Free Printable Christmas Movie Calendar: Three Versions

Looking for what to watch with your family this holiday season? This free printable Christmas movie calendar makes planning cozy movie nights super easy & fun!

If your family is anything like mine, you’ve spent way too many nights scrolling through streaming apps trying to decide what to watch. One kid wants Elf, another wants The Grinch, and someone always yells, “Wait—what about Home Alone?” 😅

That’s why I made this Christmas movie calendar! It’s a free printable that takes all the guesswork out of holiday movie nights. No more arguments. No more endless searching. Just cozy nights, good snacks, and all your favorite Christmas classics all December long from the 1st to Christmas Eve and beyond if you need more days.

What It Is

This free printable includes a full December calendar filled with Christmas movies to watch each day of the month. Think of it as your easy holiday movie guide. You’ll get three versions—one in color, one in black and white (perfect for saving printer ink), and a blank one so you can fill in your own family favorites. If you have some favorites that didn’t make my calendar like The Miracle on 34th Street, Frosty the Snowman or Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, search through my list of Christmas movies here and make up your own list on the blank calendar.

It’s simple, fun, and makes the countdown to Christmas even more magical. Whether you start on December 1st or halfway through the month, this printable keeps your family connected and full of holiday cheer.

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Why You’ll Love This Idea

First, it helps you slow down. December flies by, and sometimes the best way to soak in the season is by curling up with a blanket, a good movie, and a mug of hot chocolate ☕. This printable gives you a plan, so you can actually make time for those quiet moments.

Second, it turns movie nights into something your family looks forward to. My kids literally ask, “What’s tonight’s movie?” before they even brush their teeth. It becomes a little tradition you’ll want to repeat every year. And let’s be honest—anything that makes bedtime easier is a win.

Plus, you can add extra fun! Dress in Christmas pajamas, bake cookies, or have everyone rate the movie at the end. It’s such an easy way to sprinkle a little extra joy into your nights.

All you need is a TV, a streaming account like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Peacock etc. (or DVD if you’re old-school like me), and some snacks.

How to Use the Printable

Here’s how it works!

1. Download the printable calendar (head to the bottom of this post to enter your email address and the pdf file will be sent directly to your inbox). Print it out on regular paper or cardstock.
2. Choose your version. Go colorful for fun or black and white to let the kids color it in. Or grab the blank one and fill it out together as a family one day at the end of November.
3. Hang it up. Stick it on your fridge, in your family room, or on a bulletin board.
4. Check it daily. Each day, watch the movie listed and cross it off as you go!

If you use the blank version, you can pick from your favorite Christmas movies—classics like It’s a Wonderful Life, funny ones like Elf, or family favorites like The Polar Express. You can even include newer movies streaming on Netflix, Disney+, or Hallmark Channel.

Some families also love turning it into a Christmas countdown calendar, checking off each movie until Santa arrives. Others like to make it a weekend tradition, watching two or three movies back-to-back or one on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. However you use it, it’s all about creating fun, cozy memories together. 🎬

Fun Ways to Use the Printable

You don’t have to limit it to your family movie nights! Here are a few fun ideas:

• Movie Night Party: Invite friends or neighbors over for a themed Christmas movie night. Serve popcorn, cocoa, and candy canes.
• Advent Idea: Pair each day’s movie with a little treat or activity that matches the film. (Like snowflake crafts for Frozen!)
• Family Gift: Print one out and include it in a movie-themed gift basket with popcorn and candy for another family.
• School or Church Groups: Use the blank version for youth groups or classrooms to plan family-friendly Christmas movies.

It’s such a simple printable, but it adds a big dose of holiday fun.

Variations for Using the Printable

Want to switch things up? Here are a few ways to make it your own:

• Themed Lists: Create a version just for kids’ movies or classic black-and-white favorites.
• Short on Time? Only plan for weekends instead of every day in December.
• Interactive Fun: Let everyone in the family pick a few movies and write their names next to their choices.
• Countdown Style: Combine the calendar with an advent activity, like opening a small treat while you start the night’s movie.

Each variation adds a special touch and keeps things fresh year after year.

Common Questions

What if we don’t have time to watch every movie?
No problem! The goal isn’t perfection—it’s connection. Watch what you can and skip the rest.

Can I use this printable next year?
Absolutely! Save the file and reuse it. You can even change up your movie picks each Christmas.

Where can I find family-friendly movies?
Check streaming platforms like Disney+, Netflix, and Hulu. Search for “best family Christmas movies” or “holiday classics.” You’ll find plenty to choose from.

Is it okay to print more than one?
Yes! Print one for your home and maybe one for grandparents too. They’ll love joining in on the fun.

My Favorite Printable Supplies:

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• Printer: I love my HP Home Printer, it prints beautifully everytime no matter what projects I am working on.
• Paper: Depending on the durability you want with your printables, consider printing on white card stock or high quality paper.
• Laminator: For printables you are planning to use over and over again, simply laminate and use dry erase markers to mark up the printables.
• Paper Cutter: I love my CARL Paper Cutter. It makes trimming and cutting out printables a breeze.
• Sticker Paper: When printing tags or other free printables, sticker paper can make it easy to attach to gifts, boxes, or to make your own stickers.
• Cutting Supplies: You’ll want a great pair of paper cutting scissors and I love using an Xacto Knife for intricate details.
• Pens and Coloring Supplies: Here are some of my favorite writing tools for pencils and pens. Coloring supplies that I love to use in my own home: colored pencils, crayons, markers for adults, and markers for kids.

Download the Printable Classic Holiday Movie Calendar Here

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Make Movie Nights Magical 🎄

This Christmas movie calendar makes planning holiday movie nights simple, fun, and stress-free. No more scrolling, no more arguments—just laughter, popcorn, and quality time with the people who matter most.

So grab your free printable, snuggle up under a blanket, and start your Christmas countdown the cozy way.

✨ Download the free printable calendar now and make this December your coziest one yet! ✨

More Holiday Movie Lists:

• Thanksgiving Movies
• Halloween Movies
• Cinco de Mayo Movies
• Valentine’s Day Movies

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