If you’re like most people, you can’t let the holiday season slip by without cozying up on the couch to watch some Christmas movies with your loved ones. Whether it’s a timeless classic or a modern favorite, watching a holiday film with some popcorn and hot chocolate instantly fills you with yuletide cheer. To help you make the most of the season, here are five Christmas movies you should see at least once.

Holiday Films to Enjoy This Season

1. It’s a Wonderful Life

Perhaps the most beloved Christmas film of all time, this 1946 classic follows the life of an altruistic family man named George Bailey (Jimmy Stewart). After falling on hard times, George discovers what’s truly important in life with the help of his guardian angel. 

2. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

If you want to make some seasonal memories with your kids or if you want to feel like a kid again yourself, you can’t go wrong with the story of Rudolph. Since premiering on TV in 1964, this stop-motion animated film has become a holiday staple for families across the globe.

3. A Christmas Story 

Set in the 1940s, this 1983 comedy depicts the ups and downs of Christmas through the eyes of a 9-year-old boy named Ralphie. Zany yet nostalgic, the film provides plenty of laughs to help you destress during the hectic holiday season. 

4. Elf

Released in 2003, this heartwarming comedy has already become a Christmas classic. Packed with laugh-out-loud humor and a touching message, the movie follows a human man raised by elves (Will Ferrell) who journeys to New York City to meet his father (James Caan).

5. A Charlie Brown Christmas  

Featuring beloved characters and a classic holiday score, this 1965 special continues to resonate with children and adults alike. Unwind from the seasonal stress by watching Charlie Brown ponder the true meaning of the holidays amidst Snoopy’s and the gang’s humorous antics. 

No holiday movie night is complete without delicious popcorn, so pick some up at Cracker Box Caramel Pop in Lander, WY. Using 60-year-old recipes, this family-owned and operated food truck offers gourmet popcorn in classic and unique flavors including caramel, cheddar, kettle corn, garlic parmesan, cinnamon caramel apple, and cheddar bacon. They also provide tasty popcorn balls and sweet cotton candy. Visit them online to explore their caramel products, which ship nationwide and make the perfect holiday present. Call (307) 335-7020 to ask about their available local flavors or to place an order.