With decades upon decades of creating magical, kid-friendly content, Disney and Christmas go together like those cookies and milk you left out for Santa. The House of Mouse has dozens of holiday movies, specials, and shorts under its belt — all of them ripe for the streaming as we enter the final stretch of 2023. When you think of holiday favorites, odds are some Disney Christmas movies always make the cut.
If you've got a Disney+ subscription, accessing Disney's lengthy holiday movie catalog couldn't be more convenient. And there are so many merry options at your disposal. From animated classics to live-action favorites, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Most importantly, there are so many family Christmas movies that are perfect for all ages.
But getting to the good stuff isn't as easy as a point and a click. Mickey left a few duds under the tree, and you don't want to tear open one of his cinematic presents only to discover halfway through that it's a pair of socks. That's why we're here to help you narrow down the best classic Christmas movies the streamer has to offer.
We've got quirky and spooky Christmas claymation from the mind of Tim Burton, feel-good live-action comedies, and old black-and-white classics for kids from 1 to 92. We've got fun. We've got romance. We've got so much dang whimsy, not even Saint Nick could stuff it all down the chimney.
Without further ado, here are the 25 best Christmas movies and shows currently streaming on Disney+.
'The Nightmare Before Christmas' (1993)
Disney
Who's in it: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara
Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, stumbles upon Christmas Town and decides to bring Christmas to Halloween Town, leading to delightful chaos.
'The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special' (2022)
Disney
Who's in it: Luke Klein, Sean Gunn, Michael Rooker
Star-Lord, Drax, Rocket, Mantis, and Groot partake in all manner of holiday silliness.
'The Muppet Christmas Carol' (1992)
Disney
Who's in it: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire
The Muppets retell Charles Dickens' classic tale with the help of Ebenezer Scrooge, who learns the true meaning of Christmas.
'Frozen' (2013)
Disney
Who's in it: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad
Two sisters, Elsa and Anna, embark on an adventure to save their kingdom from eternal winter, discovering the strength of sisterly love along the way.
The Best-Ever Simpsons Christmas Episode: "Marge Be Not Proud" (Season 7, Episode 11)
Disney
Who's in it: Voices of Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright
Bart shoplifts a video game and faces the consequences, leading to a heartwarming lesson about family and forgiveness.
'The Santa Clause' (1994)
Disney
Who's in it: Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson
When Scott accidentally becomes Santa Claus, he must learn to embrace his new role before Christmas arrives.
'The Santa Clause 2' (2002)
Disney
Who's in it: Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell, David Krumholtz
Santa must find a wife by Christmas Eve to maintain his role as Santa Claus while dealing with challenges at the North Pole.
'The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special' (2020)
Disney
Who's in it: A.J. LoCascio, Anthony Daniels, Ben Prendergast
Rey departs from her companions, opting to ready herself for Life Day as she embarks on a quest to acquire a deeper understanding of the Force.
'Mickey's Christmas Carol' (1983)
Disney
Who's in it: Alan Young, Wayne Allwine, Hal Smith
In this animated rendition of Charles Dickens' timeless masterpiece, beloved Disney animated characters take on the iconic roles.
'Richie Rich's Christmas Wish' (1998)
Disney
Who's in it: David Gallagher, Eugene Levy, Keene Curtis
Following accusations of ruining Christmas, the wealthiest child on the planet yearns for a life where his existence had never begun.
'Miracle on 34th Street' (1947)
20th Century Fox
Who's in it: Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Hara, John Payne
A kind man claiming to be Santa Claus brings joy and legal trouble to a skeptical woman and her daughter.
'A Christmas Carol' (2009)
Disney
Who's in it: Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth
Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by spirits on Christmas Eve, leading to a transformative journey of redemption.
'The Christmas Star' (1986)
Disney
Who's in it: Edward Asner, Rene Auberjonois, Jim Metzler
A counterfeiter escapes prison thanks to his uncanny likeness to Santa Claus, discovering the true meaning of Christmas along the way.
'Santa Buddies' (2009)
Disney
Who's in it: Craig Anton, Andrew Astor, Charisse Baker
A group of talking golden retriever puppies journey to the North Pole, where they must help Puppy Paws, the son of Santa Paws, remember the true meaning of the holiday season.
'Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas' (1997)
Disney
Who's in it: Paige O'Hara, Robby Benson, Jerry Orbach
Belle and the Beast celebrate their first Christmas together, with magical moments and the threat of a sinister plot.
'I'll Be Home for Christmas' (1998)
Disney
Who's in it: Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Jessica Biel, Adam LaVorgna
A college student faces a comical journey to make it home for Christmas, learning the value of family and love.
'Mickey's Twice Upon A Christmas' (2004)
Disney
Who's in it: Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo, Jeff Bennett
In this sequel to "Mickey's Once Upon A Christmas," Santa Claus joins Mickey, Minnie, and co. as they discover the joys of Christmas.
'Good Luck Charlie, It's Christmas' (2011)
Disney
Who's in it: Bridgit Mendler, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Bradley Steven Perry
When a woman and her daughter find themselves separated from their family during the holidays, all kinds of idiotic and wacky antics ensue.
'While You Were Sleeping' (1995)
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Who's in it: Sandra Bullock, Bill Pullman, Peter Gallagher
A lonely woman's life takes a romantic turn when she saves a man's life and is mistaken for his fiancée during the holiday season.
'Noelle' (2019)
Disney
Who's in it: Anna Kendrick, Bill Hader, Shirley MacLaine
Santa's daughter, Noelle, sets out on an adventure to rescue her brother and save Christmas when he goes missing.
'The Nutcracker and the Four Realms' (2018)
Disney
Who's in it: Mackenzie Foy, Keira Knightley, Helen Mirren
A young girl embarks on a magical journey to unlock the secrets of a parallel world and restore harmony to the realms.
'Godmothered' (2020)
Disney
Who's in it: Isla Fisher, Jillian Bell, Santiago Cabrera
A young, inexperienced fairy godmother-in-training ventures into the modern world to prove that the age-old profession still has a place.
'The Ultimate Christmas Present' (2000)
Disney
Who's in it: Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song, Hallie Todd
Two girls discover a weather machine and inadvertently create a massive snowstorm in Los Angeles, leading to chaotic holiday adventures.
''Twas the Night' (2001)
Disney
Who's in it: Bryan Cranston, Josh Zuckerman, Jefferson Mappin
A disenchanted mechanical engineer and his teenage son are visited by Santa Claus, whom they previously accused of being a fraud. They must help Santa save Christmas by repairing his sleigh and restoring their belief in the holiday spirit.
'One Magic Christmas' (1985)
Disney
Who's in it: Mary Steenburgen, Gary Basaraba, Harry Dean Stanton
A struggling mother who has lost her holiday spirit is visited by an angel named Gideon. With his guidance, she embarks on a magical journey to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas and save her family from despair.
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