Top 10 Holiday Movies Returning to Theaters This December

This December, movie lovers can experience 10 of the most beloved holiday films in theaters nationwide. From nostalgic classics to modern favorites, these showings are perfect for family outings or reliving childhood memories.

Movie Dates and Locations

10. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

AMC Theatres: Dec. 11, 18, 25, Jan. 1
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 6, 19

9. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (25th Anniversary, Jim Carrey)

Regal Cinemas: Dec. 12–18, 21

8. Elf

AMC Theatres: Dec. 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31
Cinemark: Dec. 13, 17
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 14 (Sing-a-Long), Dec. 24

7. The Polar Express

AMC Theatres: Dec. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 13

6. Love Actually

AMC Theatres: Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 9

5. Scrooged

Regal Cinemas: Dec. 16

4. Gremlins

Regal Cinemas: Dec. 26

3. A Christmas Story

Cinemark: Dec. 6, 10
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 20

2. It's a Wonderful Life

Regal Cinemas: Dec. 25

1. Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018, Benedict Cumberbatch)

Cinemark: Dec. 3
AMC Theatres: Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26
Regal Cinemas: Dec. 7, 28

Make It a Holiday Tradition

With showings spanning early December through New Year’s, now is the perfect time to enjoy these holiday classics on the big screen. Whether it’s laughter, nostalgia, or magical moments you’re after, these films bring the spirit of the season to life.