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Ahh, Christmas movies. With the nights getting darker earlier, the days getting colder. What better feeling is there than sitting down on the sofa in a warm jumper as you cradle a mug of sweet hot chocolate while heat radiates throughout the room as you prepare to watch an old favourite, or maybe a brand new Christmas movie.
And, if its new Christmas movies you’re looking for. Well, have we got the list for you. Read on for a list of 10 of the best Christmas movies all set to debut in the run up to Christmas 2022.
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Best Christmas movies to watch in 2022
A New Orleans Noel
Story: Grace and Anthony are the complete opposites of each other. Yet, as they begin spending more time together, they start to understand each other, and the value of Christmas.
This is a great movie for lovers of the “opposites attract” trope. As well as for all those who crave a feel-good movie, especially at Christmas time.
Release Date: December 03rd 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on the Lifetime Channel
A Gingerbread Christmas
Story: Hazel spends the holidays’ period in her hometown, where, she meets handsome local contractor, James. Amid their initial misunderstandings, romance still blossoms.
With a cast led by Tiya Sircar (Supergirl, The Fugitive, The Good Place) as Hazel. ‘A Gingerbread Christmas’ is sure to be a holiday movie as warm and comforting as the gingerbread of its title.
Release Date: November 11th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on Discovery+
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All Saints Christmas
Story: Pop singer, Lisette, is preparing to return home for the holidays. But, when a photo of her with her ex is misinterpreted by the media as an engagement announcement, her family insists that he accompany her on the trip. Could their fake engagement lead to a real chance at love?
If you’re a fan of romantic comedies that keep you guessing will they or won’t they get together, this is the perfect movie to watch over the holidays.
Release Date: November 6, 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Undercover Holiday
Story: When Jaylen reassures her family that Matt is her new boyfriend, little do they know that he’s really her security guard. Will Jaylen and Matt be able to keep the secret from her family, and while they do, will their lie end up coming true.
”Undercover Holiday’ is very everyone who loves a romantic holiday comedy where a fake couple try to pretend they’re a real couple, often with hilarious consequences.
Release Date: December 4th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Our Italian Christmas Memories
Story: The heartwarming tale of two siblings who set out to recreate their grandmother’s beloved pasta sauce recipe in hopes that it will help jog the memory of their ill grandfather,
‘Our Italian Christmas Memories’ is bound to tug at your heartstrings as you join the Colucci siblings in their quest to revive their beloved grandfather’s memory.
Release Date: November 12th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
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The Holiday Stocking
Story: R.J has just become an angel but the only thing he has on his mind is trying to reunite his sisters. Returning to earth posing as a stranger, he hopes to accomplish what he couldn’t when he was alive.
A refreshing and heartwarming Christmas that eschews the familiar stories of romantic love at Christmas. Instead focusing on the power of familial love, and it’s ability to bring people together, especially over the holidays.
Release Date: December 3rd 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Holiday Heritage
Story: Returning to her hometown, Ella hopes to help mend the wounds in her family before it’s too late.
Featuring the traditions of both Christmas and Kwanzaa. ‘Holiday Heritage’ is set to show the best of both while telling a beautiful story of the power of the holidays.
Release Date: December 16th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Christmas at the Golden Dragon
Story: ‘Christmas at the Golden Dragon’ features a collection of intertwining stories that all revolve around the closing of a beloved Chinese restaurant and how it affects the lives of both the restaurant’s staff and its’ customers.
‘Christmas at the Golden Dragon’ is sure to be a must watch for everyone who enjoys stories of found families and people coming together against the odds.
Release Date: November 13th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Inventing the Christmas Prince
Story: Romantic hijinks ensue when the daughter of a hardworking single mother becomes convinced that her mother’s boss is a prince from one of her mother’s fairytales.
Staring Tamera Mowry-Housley (Sister Sister, Melissa & Joey, The Santa Stakeout), this movie is sure to be a fun watch for families seeking a romantic holiday fairytale to enjoy together.
Release Date: November 18th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
Christmas Class Reunion
Story: Reuniting at their 15th high school reunion over Christmas. A group of old classmates find the passions that burned hot during their teenage years being reignited once more.
‘Christmas Class Reunion’ is sure to be a nostalgia fuelled watch filled with unrequited love, friendships renewed, and plenty of comedy from seasoned director, Jonathan A. Rosenbaum.
Release Date: December 10th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on The Hallmark Channel
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Story: In ‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’, the Guardians, who are on a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Quill, head to Earth in search of the perfect present.
Marvel’s ragtag band of space faring heroes return in a brand new Holiday themed special that promises to provide even more of the heart and humour that have come to define the fan favourite MCU franchise already in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2’.
Release Date: November 25th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on Disney+
Spirited
Story: Each Christmas Eve, the Ghost of Christmas Present (Will Ferrell) selects one dark soul to be reformed by a visit from three spirits. But this season, he picked the wrong Scrooge. As Clint Briggs (Ryan Reynolds) turns the tables on his ghostly host until Present finds himself re-examining his own past, present and future.
‘Spirited’ promises audiences a fresh and modern take on Charles Dickens’ beloved and seminal tale ‘A Christmas Carol’ that honours the original tale while also shining a new perspective on it.
Release Date: November 18th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on Apple TV+
The Noel Diary
Story: ‘The Noel Diary’ follows successful author, Jake Turner (played by Justin Hartley) who has to return to his childhome home in order to settle the affairs of his estranged mother’s estate.
While going through his mother’s home, he discovers a diary that may hold secrets, not only to his own past, put to the past of a woman trying to find answers about her own past and why her mother left.
Coming from veteran director, Charles Shyer (Baby Boom, Father of the Bride, Father of the Bride Part II), ‘The Noel Diary’ looks, warm, fun, and full of love. In other words, a perfect watch for the Holiday season.
Release Date: November 24th 2022 (United States)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on Netflix
Your Christmas or Mine?
Story: When young couple, Hayley Taylor (Cora Kirk) and James Hughes (Asa Butterfield), make the impulsive decision, unbeknownst to each other, to surprise each other by visiting them and their family for Christmas instead of going home to spend Christmas with their own family.
Little did they know that they would be putting their love for one another to its greatest test so far. As when a heavy snow falls, forcing them to spend Christmas without one another at each others’ family home. With James thrown into the chaos and love of Hayley’s family at Christmas, while Hayley finds herself dealing with James’ family’s lack of Christmas festivity or cheer.
As the couple spend time with each others’ family and uncover more and more secrets about each other that they never knew, can their love survive and grow, or will this be their last Christmas?
Release Date: 2nd December 2022 (United Kingdom)
Where to watch: The movie will be available to watch exclusively on Amazon Prime Video
Best Christmas movies 2022 FAQ
Will there be any new Christmas movies in 2022?
Yes, there’s dozens of new Christmas movies coming out in 2022 for you to enjoy. In fact, every single movie in this list is a brand new Christmas movie for 2022.
What are the top 10 Xmas films?
According to Rotten Tomatoes, ranked on popularity along with audience and critics’ scores. The top 10 Xmas films as are: Klaus, Elf, A Christmas Story, The Santa Clause, Gremlins, Arthur Christmas, It’s a Wonderful Life, The Muppet Christmas Carol, White Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street
What is the number 1 ranked Christmas movie?
It’s a Wonderful Life has long held the title of the number 1 and quintessential Christmas movie.
What is the top Christmas movie of all time to IMDB charts?
It’s a Wonderful life is currently the top movie on IMDB’s Top 100 Christmas movies of all time
