{"id":28181,"date":"2020-12-18T08:00:48","date_gmt":"2020-12-18T13:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/sin-categorizar\/classic-christmas-movies-90653"},"modified":"2023-10-12T11:37:49","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T15:37:49","slug":"classic-christmas-movies-90653","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/es\/better-sleep-es\/classic-christmas-movies-90653","title":{"rendered":"5 Classic Christmas Movies That Get Us in the Spirit of the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sweet treats for your brain before tucking in for sleep every night from now until Christmas<\/h2>\n

\"5Sleigh bells ringing in your world? We know they are in ours. Everywhere we look are the sights and sounds of our favorite time of year. The sparkling lights, colorful decorations, decadent treats, festive music. And yes, of course, the movies, the ones we love snuggling up with our family, a big bowl of popcorn and an entire evening to spend together. And afterward, the sugar plums fairies in our dreams as we settle down for a long winter\u2019s nap.<\/p>\n

Sorry, couldn\u2019t resist.<\/p>\n

Christmas holidays are all about family traditions, which for many of us, includes a long list of movies in the evening and a delish holiday breakfast<\/a> the next day. Everyone\u2019s got a go-to movie that they watch every single season \u2013 without fail. The Restonic Dream Team is no different so we asked around and discovered that our crowd loves a whole bunch of oldies and goodies. We even found someone who thinks he sleeps like the Grinch<\/a> \u2013 but he just needs coffee<\/a> and then he\u2019s all holly jolly again.<\/p>\n

Our recommendation? Light the fire, pop some popcorn and warm the hot chocolate, and cozy up to these 5 Classic films that we think everyone should watch at least once.<\/p>\n

In case you\u2019re looking for something little more newfangled, scroll down for our Top 11 list of modern classics too.<\/p>\n

\"It'sIt\u2019s a Wonderful Life<\/h3>\n

Starring:<\/strong> James Steward and Henry Travers<\/p>\n

After George Bailey wishes he\u2019d never been born, an angel is sent to earth to make George\u2019s wish come true. During his journey he realizes how many lives he\u2019s impacted and how different the world would be without him.<\/p>\n

Why we love it<\/strong>: Standing the test of time, this movie has brilliant performances and an uplifting message<\/a>. And it always leads to happy dreams of our lives and the people we love.<\/p>\n

\"WhiteWhite Christmas<\/h3>\n

Starring<\/strong>: Bing Crosby, Danny Kay, Dean Jaggers, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera Ellen<\/p>\n

Two goofy singers join a sister act to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. They run into General Waverly, who commanded the boys in World War 2. He\u2019s having financial difficulties at his country inn, so to help him, the foursome plan a yuletide musical extravaganza. The goal? Make a Christmas miracle happen and save the inn.<\/p>\n

Why we love it: <\/strong>Singing, dancing, and witty banter. So much fun that always sends us to bed happy<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"AA Christmas Carol<\/h3>\n

Starring: <\/strong>Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart, Kathleen Lockhard, Terry Kilburn, Barry MacKay\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

While it\u2019s been remade by almost every moviemaker in Hollywood, we\u2019re fans of the original 1938 adaptation of Charles Dickens\u2019 novella. We don\u2019t have to tell you what happens when crotchety Christmas hater Ebenezer Scrooge gets schooled on the error of his ways after being visited by the four spirits of Christmas.<\/p>\n

Why we love it: <\/strong>Who doesn\u2019t like to see a bad guy see the light? That\u2019s what holiday spirit is all about and it always leads to dreams of what\u2019s really important<\/a> to us the ones we love.<\/p>\n

\"MiracleMiracle on 34th Street<\/h3>\n

Starring: <\/strong>Edmund Gwenn<\/p>\n

When an old man going by the name of Kris Kringle fills in for an intoxicated Santa at the Macy\u2019s annual Thanksgiving parade, he\u2019s such a hit that they bring him to make regular appearances at the main Macy\u2019s store in Midtown Manhattan. After Kringle claims that he\u2019s actually the real Santa Claus, surprising everyone around him, he\u2019s taken to court to determine his authenticity and mental health<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Why we love it:<\/strong> It\u2019s a true Christmas classic, that\u2019s why. Also, don\u2019t we all dream that there really is a Santa Claus?<\/p>\n

\"AA Charlie Brown Christmas<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s Christmastime and amidst the twinkling lights and sparkling decorations, Charlie Brown has the yuletide blues. Of course, Lucy is full of advice, and this time she tells Charlie Brown that he should direct the Christmas play. After Charlie lugs in a sorry looking Christmas tree to take center stage during the show, the gang makes fun of him but once holiday magic takes over, they all remember the true meaning of Christmas.<\/p>\n

Why we love it:<\/strong> With the season being so busy, we can all use a little reminder to slow down and focus<\/a> on the people in our lives rather than the stuff in stores. And that always leads to dreaming up new ways to make Christmas more about love.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re into more modern classics, these 11 movies are always a big hit<\/h2>\n