5 French Christmas movies to watch today or tomorrow at all costs Winter classics for a comforting film break in the middle of a food-coma

If there's one day when you can allow yourself to put your feet up on the table, wrap yourself in a big blanket, hold a warm tea in your hand, and lounge on the couch watching a good old cheesy movie, it's today. Between slices of turkey, rounds of Uno, and cups of hot chocolate (or sparkling wine for the more festive ones), it's clear that the mandatory break to binge-watch Christmas movies we've seen hundreds of times is a must. And while American blockbusters like Home Alone or The Holiday are often the first to come to mind when thinking about Christmas films, France and its cinema over the years have also produced gems that have become winter classics. Here is a list of five must-watch French Christmas movies to enjoy today, tomorrow, or the day after. 

Santa Claus is a Stinker

The last film, but certainly not the least, is A Christmas Tale, which tells the story of the Vuillard family's unconventional Christmas dinner. Gathered in their family home in Roubaix, they spend the holidays under the shadow of Junon, the gravely ill matriarch searching for a compatible donor to address her health problems. Already strained by past tensions, the gathering rekindles old grievances and reopens wounds that have yet to heal, especially with the return of Henri, the misunderstood prodigal son, after years of exile. Between arguments, unexpected reconciliations, and moments of grace, this family saga explores the ties that unite and divide in a tender yet cruel atmosphere. A Christmas Tale is an intimate chronicle of love, forgiveness, and resilience, where the magic of Christmas meets the complexity of human relationships—perfect for those seeking a less clichéd and more profound holiday movie.

A Christmas Tale is available on LaCinetek