Top Christmas Movies Of All Time. We’ve read reviews from critics and fans alike. Holiday staples like elf (2003), a christmas story (1983), and white christmas (1954) are well represented, but the breakdown is not without some surprises.

The list is in alphabetical order and contains everything from full blown family christmas movies to action movies. Variety picks the best christmas movies of all time, from modern films like ‘die hard’ and ‘elf’ to classics like ‘it’s a wonderful life.’