The Best Movies on Netflix Right Now (December 2024)

Rank: #1 The Children’s Train / Il treno dei bambini (2024)

Synopsis: The story takes us to Italy in 1946. Amerigo, a boy from a very poor family, is sent by his mother on a “train of happiness” to northern Italy, where a wealthy woman takes care of him.

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Why You Should Watch: This is a beautifully crafted, moving film with stunning visuals and exceptional performances (even the child actors did an outstanding job!). The movie carries a powerful moral: “Those who love us don’t hold us back, but let us go.”

Rank: #2 That Christmas (2024)

Synopsis: The peaceful town of Wellington-on-Sea is preparing, as usual, for Christmas. Suddenly, however, the worst snowstorm in history disrupts everyone’s holiday plans — even Santa’s!
Video by Netflix

Why You Should Watch: A charming animation that captures the true spirit of Christmas. It’s the perfect holiday movie for a cosy family movie night.

Rank: #3 Bringing Christmas Home (2023)

Synopsis: Russel, a professor of military history, and Caroline, an antique store owner, join forces to find the owner of an old World War II uniform and the love letter hidden in its pocket.
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Why You Should Watch: Anyone who loves movies that deliver a meaningful holiday experience should watch this. Bringing Christmas Home offers a touching, heart-warming story and reminds us that the best gifts are those which honour the past, connect us in the present, and give us hope for the future.

Rank: #4 'Twas the Text Before Christmas (2023)

Synopsis: Addie and Maybel, often called Nana, met through an accidental text message and became friends. Over the years, they’ve spent Christmas together with Nana’s family. However, at some point, Addie and James (Maybel’s son) begin to see each other in a new light.
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Why You Should Watch: ‘Twas the Text Before Christmas is based on a classic “holiday romance” storyline but adds a fresh twist. It’s a cosy, heart-warming movie perfect for fans of the genre and anyone looking for a light, enjoyable evening film.

Rank: #5 'The Grinch (2018)

Synopsis: Grinch, a grumpy green creature, wonders once again how to ruin Christmas and make this magical time miserable for the residents of Whoville.
Video by Illumination

Why You Should Watch: Grinch is a cult character whose adventures should be introduced to kids of every generation. The Grinch movie offers a hefty dose of humour, excellent voice acting, and a touching story — making it the perfect choice for a family movie night.

Rank: #6 A Royal Date for Christmas (2023)

Synopsis: Bella, the owner of a luxury boutique, is visited one day by Stefan, a man in need of a new wardrobe after losing his suitcase during his travels. Sparks fly between the two, and it turns out Stefan is none other than the Duke of Tangford.

Video by Pure Flix

Why You Should Watch: This charming and cosy film fits perfectly into the “Hallmark movie” genre. If you enjoy light, romantic productions with a Christmas theme, you’ll fall in love with this title!

Rank: #7 Love Again (2023)

Synopsis: Mira is devastated after the death of her beloved. To cope with her grief, she sends messages to the number that once belonged to her late boyfriend. One day, she gets a reply — it turns out the number has been reassigned to a new user.

Video by Sony Pictures

Why You Should Watch: Love Again draws parallels to the classic romantic opera Orpheus and Eurydice. It’s a charming and heart-warming story that reminds us happiness can come even after the darkest tragedies.

Rank: #8 Our Little Secret (2024)

Synopsis: Siblings Cameron and Cassie invite their new partners to their family home for the holidays. Christmas dinner turns awkward when it’s revealed that Cassie’s new boyfriend and Cameron’s new girlfriend were once a couple!

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Why You Should Watch: Our Little Secret features a fantastic cast and hilariously portrays an incredibly awkward situation. The overflowing Christmas atmosphere is an added bonus.

Rank: #9 Spellbound (2024)

Synopsis: Princess Ellian embarks on a dangerous journey to save her kingdom and her family, who have been turned into monsters by a cruel curse.

Video by Netflix

Why You Should Watch: This is a remarkable family animation perfect for a movie night with kids. Spellbound was created by a team of directors, writers, composers, and producers who worked on iconic Disney animations such as Toy Story, Maleficent, The Lion King, and Pocahontas.

Rank: #10 Christmas on Windmill Way (2023)

Synopsis: Mia is cheering on her grandmother in this year’s Christmas Market Dutch Bake-Off competition, hoping for a win.

Unfortunately, instead of a prize, her grandmother brings bad news — they may soon lose their family’s generations-old windmill. Mia decides to rally the community against a new developer, but love might just be waiting around the corner.

Video by Pure Flix

Why You Should Watch: Christmas on Windmill Way is a festive mood booster that inspires hope and reflection. An additional highlight is the director, known for other Christmas productions like Return to Christmas Creek, Christmas in Love, and A Cinderella Christmas Ball.