The Ultimate List: 20+ New Christmas Movies Of 2025 You Must Stream This Holiday Season
The 2025 holiday season is officially upon us, and the streaming wars for Christmas cheer are more intense than ever. This year, the lineup of brand-new Christmas movies is packed with star-studded romantic comedies, family-friendly animated adventures, and even a few unexpected holiday heists. Forget your old favorites for a moment; this comprehensive guide, updated for December 2025, reveals the freshest titles, the biggest stars, and the must-watch plots coming to your screen from Netflix, Hallmark, Prime Video, Disney+, and more.
From a divorce-themed comedy starring Hollywood veterans to a globe-trotting adventure with the Jonas Brothers, the latest batch of holiday films promises to deliver all the cozy, chaotic, and heartwarming moments you crave. We’ve compiled the definitive list of over 20 new releases, complete with cast and plot details, so you can start planning your ultimate Christmas movie marathon right now.
The Star-Studded Netflix Original Christmas Movie Lineup 2025
Netflix continues its reign as the king of holiday content with a slate of new original films focusing heavily on romance, family drama, and unexpected comedic twists. The platform is leaning into high-profile casting to draw in viewers for its 2025 holiday movie schedule.
A Merry Little Ex-Mas
One of the most anticipated releases, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, tackles the complicated reality of co-parenting during the holidays. The film stars a powerhouse ensemble cast including Alicia Silverstone, Oliver Hudson, Jameela Jamil, and Melissa Joan Hart.
- Plot: Recently separated Kate (Silverstone) plans one final, perfect family Christmas in the house she’s about to sell. Her ex-husband, however, shows up with a surprise—a new, overly enthusiastic holiday-loving girlfriend. The resulting chaos forces the former couple to confront their feelings and the true meaning of family.
- Release Date: November 12, 2025.
Jingle Bell Heist
Switching gears from rom-com to action-comedy, Jingle Bell Heist adds a thrilling edge to the holiday season. The film stars Olivia Holt and Connor Swindells.
- Plot: This movie follows a pair of unlikely allies—a down-on-their-luck repair specialist named Nick and a determined young woman named Sophia—who are forced into an uneasy alliance to pull off a Christmas Eve robbery. The heist quickly unravels into a complex tale of family secrets and workplace corruption, all set against a festive backdrop.
Champagne Problems
Starring Minka Kelly and Tom Wozniczka, this romantic drama is directed by Mark Steven Johnson, known for Love in the Villa.
- Plot: The film is a delightful romantic comedy that follows a classic holiday romance narrative, but with a sophisticated, festive twist, promising plenty of witty dialogue and picturesque winter scenery.
- Release Date: November 19, 2025.
My Secret Santa
Another strong entry in the rom-com genre, My Secret Santa stars Alexandra Breckenridge (known for Virgin River) and Ryan Eggold, with supporting roles from Tia Mowry and Diana Maria Riva.
- Plot: A classic "mistaken identity" plot where a single mother desperately needs a job and disguises herself as a male Santa impersonator at a ski resort, leading to a charming and chaotic romance with a skeptical local.
Hallmark’s Massive “Countdown to Christmas” 2025 Slate
The Hallmark Channel is once again dominating cable television with its annual "Countdown to Christmas," which began in mid-October 2025. This year features an astonishing 24 brand-new original movies, guaranteeing a new premiere nearly every weekend until Christmas Day.
Must-Watch Hallmark Titles and Themes
Hallmark’s 2025 offerings include a mix of classic royal romance, small-town charm, and even a new holiday mystery subgenre. The season officially kicked off on Friday, October 17, 2025.
- Mistletoe Murders: A new entry that blends the cozy mystery genre with a holiday setting, premiering on the launch weekend.
- A Royal Montana Christmas: Following the popular "royal romance" formula, this film is one of the first original premieres of the season, airing Saturday, October 18.
- A Christmas Angel Match: Premiered Sunday, October 19, this film is expected to feature a classic matchmaker or guardian angel trope guiding two people to love.
- The Christmas Baby: A sweet story that closes out the Countdown to Christmas, focusing on a married couple and the joys of new life during the holiday season.
- CEO Ghost Story: One movie follows a work-obsessed CEO who is visited by the spirits of her past, present, and future, leading to a confrontation with her ex-partner—a clear nod to the classic Dickensian tale.
New Holiday Movies on Prime Video, Disney+, and Theaters
The competition extends beyond just Netflix and Hallmark, with Amazon Prime Video and the Disney family of streamers (Disney+ and Hulu) delivering their own unique holiday content, alongside some major theatrical releases.
Prime Video’s Emotional Holiday Drama
Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy is a major release on Prime Video, written, produced, and directed by Tyler Perry himself.
- Plot: The film centers on Joy (played by Shannon Thornton), a struggling New York-based fashion designer whose career is stalled by her boss. Joy follows her crush to Colorado for the holidays, only to discover he is getting married, forcing her to find her own path to happiness.
- Release Date: November 5, 2025.
Disney+ and Hulu Family Features
The Disney ecosystem is focusing on high-profile family entertainment and animated features for the 2025 holiday season, offering great options for kids and nostalgic adults.
- A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (Disney+): The Jonas Brothers (Nick, Joe, and Kevin) trade their concert stages for a globe-trotting holiday adventure. This is a must-watch for fans of the siblings and promises a fun, musical, and action-packed family film.
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: The Last Straw (Disney+): An anticipated animated feature continuing the popular book and film series, perfect for the younger audience.
- Joy to the World (Hulu/Disney+): A new holiday movie that has been noted as a top pick for the streaming services this year.
Unexpected Theatrical Releases for the Holidays
While most holiday-themed films go straight to streaming, the Christmas season is a prime time for major studio blockbusters. For December 2025, the biggest theatrical event is the release of James Cameron’s highly anticipated sequel, Avatar: Fire and Ash, which is scheduled for December 19, 2025. While not a traditional Christmas movie, its timing makes it a major holiday viewing event. Other theatrical releases include The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants and the limited release Unexpected Christmas.
Topical Authority: Key Trends in 2025 Christmas Movies
The 2025 holiday movie landscape reveals several key trends in content creation, showing how studios are adapting to modern audiences and the demands of streaming culture.
The Rise of the "Anti-Rom-Com" Plot: Movies like A Merry Little Ex-Mas and Tyler Perry's Finding Joy move beyond the simple "big city girl returns to small town" trope. They introduce more complex, modern relationship dynamics—divorce, career struggles, and unrequited love—before finding a new, more mature sense of holiday happiness. This shift reflects a desire for more grounded and relatable holiday storytelling.
Genre Blending: The success of films like Falling for Christmas and The Princess Switch has paved the way for more experimental holiday narratives. This year, we see the fusion of genres with the romantic heist in Jingle Bell Heist and the mystery-romance in Hallmark’s Mistletoe Murders, proving that Christmas movies can be more than just romance.
Star Power and Entity Inclusion: The sheer volume of recognizable names (Alicia Silverstone, Minka Kelly, Ryan Eggold, Alexandra Breckenridge, the Jonas Brothers, Shannon Thornton, and director Mark Steven Johnson) demonstrates the high investment by streaming platforms. Including these established entities is a deliberate strategy to cut through the noise and guarantee a loyal audience base for their new 2025 holiday content.
Whether you're looking for a cozy night in with a traditional Hallmark romance, a laugh-out-loud comedy with a famous cast on Netflix, or a major theatrical spectacle, the 2025 lineup offers something for every type of holiday movie watcher. Grab your hot cocoa and get ready for a festive few weeks!
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