Best Christmas movies and shows to watch on Apple TV this 2025 holiday season

Apple TV has lined up an impressive holiday lineup for this year's festive season. If you're looking for something to get into the holiday spirit with your family or friends, consider adding these shows and movies to your watchlist.

For fans of classic children's entertainment, Apple TV offers "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock", a heartwarming Christmas special that reunites the beloved characters from Sesame Street. The special is perfect for nostalgic viewers who might not yet be ready to dive into the more spookier elements of the Muppet franchise.

On the other hand, Mariah Carey fans can indulge in "Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special", a festive and musical extravaganza featuring the diva herself alongside Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson. The special promises an evening of laughter, music, and holiday cheer that will get you singing along to your favorite tunes.

For those who are looking for something more low-key and relatable, Apple TV offers "Hannah Waddingham: Home For Christmas", a holiday special featuring the talented Rebecca (Ted Lasso) herself. The special is perfect for fans of the show who want to see Hannah in an entirely different context, showcasing her incredible vocal range.

If you're in the mood for something more light-hearted and fun, "Carpool Karaoke Christmas" is the way to go. Featuring three extended rides with Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, and Chappell Roan, the special promises a fun and festive ride that's perfect for any music lover.

However, for those who are looking for something a bit more offbeat, "Spirited" offers a fresh take on the classic holiday tale. Starring Will Ferrell as the Ghost of Christmas Present and Ryan Reynolds as the Scrooge-like character from A Christmas Carol, this musical adaptation is sure to delight fans of both franchises.

For those who need a break from all the holiday cheer, "In Bruges" offers a darkly comedic take on the festive season. This Martin McDonagh classic may not be traditionally 'Christmas-y', but it's a great choice for those looking for something more offbeat.

Finally, no holiday watchlist would be complete without a viewing of the classic "Charlie Brown Christmas". This timeless animated special is perfect for viewers who appreciate the simple joys in life and aren't afraid to poke fun at the commercialization of holidays.
 
Come on, guys! πŸ™„ You're telling me you need some convincing to watch some holiday TV? "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" isn't even a real thing, it's just a made-up title πŸ˜‚. And Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special is basically just her singing and dancing around like the Queen of Pop πŸ’ƒ. I mean, I love Ariana Grande too, but let's not get carried away here πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ.

And don't even get me started on "Hannah Waddingham: Home For Christmas", that's not a holiday special at all! It's just Hannah singing some songs and pretending to be a regular person 🀣. If you want to see her as Rebecca from Ted Lasso, watch the show itself!

If you're looking for something light-hearted, "Carpool Karaoke Christmas" is definitely worth it... if you like Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga, that is πŸ˜‚. But if you're not a fan of pop music, then this one's not for you.

And what's up with "Spirited"? It's just Will Ferrell being his usual weird self πŸ€ͺ. I mean, I love him too, but let's not pretend like this movie is some kind of masterpiece πŸ’β€β™€οΈ.

On the other hand, "In Bruges" is actually a really dark comedy that happens to take place during the holiday season... so if you're in the mood for something offbeat, that might be your thing πŸ˜’. And hey, at least it's not boring like some of the other stuff on this list πŸ™„.

Lastly, "Charlie Brown Christmas" is just a classic... I mean, who doesn't love Charlie Brown and his gang? So even if you're not in the holiday spirit, this one's still worth watching 😊.
 
omg i'm so down for that Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special πŸŽ„πŸ‘! i've been dying to see her perform live and this special looks like it's going to be EPIC πŸ’–, especially with Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson joining in 🀩, can't wait to get into the holiday spirit with this one 😊
 
omg I'm so down for that carpool karaoke christmas 🎀 it's gonna be such a vibe with Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, and Chappell Roan lol I mean who wouldn't wanna belt out holiday jams with their fave artists? πŸŽ…οΈ Apple TV has some great options this year, especially for fans of Sesame Street and Muppet franchise. "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" sounds like a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit w/ all the nostalgic feels πŸ°πŸŽ„
 
I'm defo getting into the holiday spirit with these Apple TV shows πŸŽ„β€οΈ. I mean, "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" sounds like a great way to revisit some old faves, but I'm more interested in that Mariah Carey special - Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson together? That's like a holiday party waiting to happen! πŸ˜† And for something a bit more chill, Hannah Waddingham's special looks like it'll be perfect for binge-watching with a cuppa on Christmas Eve. 🍡 But I have to say, "Spirited" is piquing my interest - Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds together? That's comedy gold! πŸ’₯
 
Omg what's up with all these holiday specials πŸŽ„?! I'm so down for something festive, but I also need a break from all the sappy feels 😴. "Spirited" sounds like it could be pretty cool though - have you seen that one? Is Will Ferrell's performance in it on point or what? πŸ‘€ Also, I love how they're including some more offbeat options like "In Bruges" 🀣. But for real, who else is still trying to get into the holiday spirit after all these years? πŸŽ…πŸΌ Do you think Apple TV's lineup covers all the bases or are there some other shows and movies that should be on it? πŸ€”
 
πŸŽ„ I feel like we're all gonna end up stuck on this endless loop of holiday specials and shows, just trying to find that one thing that gets us in the mood. But what's really interesting is how some people might find joy in the more light-hearted stuff, while others prefer something a bit more offbeat... it's like our individual tastes are these unique snowflakes, right? And I think that's kinda cool 🌨️.
 
OMG I'm so down for some festive vibes this season πŸŽ„πŸ˜Š! I've been meaning to watch "Spirited" for ages, and now that it's on Apple TV, I'm finally gonna give it a go... heard great things about Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds combo πŸ˜‚. And of course, who can resist a good ol' Charlie Brown Christmas πŸŽ…? Still have to check out Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special with Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson tho... that sounds like so much fun! πŸ’ƒ
 
omg i am SO stoked about the apple tv lineup this year πŸŽ„πŸ˜ i mean have you seen spirited? will ferrell as the ghost of christmas present is just pure perfection πŸ€£πŸŽ… and carpool karaoke christmas with dua lipa, lady gaga, and chappell roan sounds like so much fun πŸŽΆπŸš— but honestly i think mariah carey's magical christmas special is gonna be my favorite this year ❀️ her vocals are just iconic and the fact that she gets to perform alongside ariana grande and jennifer hudson makes it a must-watch for me 🀩
 
πŸŽ„ The lineup from Apple TV seems like a great starting point for getting into the holiday spirit! I'd say their focus on nostalgic classics like Fraggle Rock and Sesame Street is a fantastic nod to our collective childhood memories πŸ“Ί. On the other hand, I think it's interesting how they've paired seemingly disparate acts like Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande together – musical crossovers can be quite delightful 😊. Of course, for those looking for something more offbeat, "Spirited" seems like a clever take on holiday traditions πŸŽ…οΈ.
 
I'm so stoked about these holiday shows & movies on Apple TV πŸŽ„πŸ‘! I mean, who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned festive vibe? But let's be real, some of these specials are giving me major nostalgia feels... "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" is like the ultimate throwback fest for me 🀩. And can we talk about Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special? The girl's voice is insane! πŸ’– However, I do wish they had more original stuff on there. Like, where's my "Home Alone 2" equivalent from the '90s πŸ˜‚?
 
I'M SO EXCITED FOR THE NEW APPLE TV LINEUP!!! πŸŽ‰ I MEAN, WHO DOESN'T LOVE A GOOD CHRISTMAS SPECIAL?!?! I personally can't wait for "Spirited" - THE MUSIC IS GOING TO BE EVERYTHING AND MORE!!! 🎢 And of course, "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" is a MUST-WATCH FOR ANY SESAME STREET FAN!!! 🐻 It's like they're bringing back all the feels from when we were kids! I'M ALSO REALLY INTO "Carpool Karaoke Christmas" - WHO DOESN'T LOVE DUA LIPA AND LADY GAGA?!?! AND CAN WE TALK ABOUT "Hannah Waddingham: Home For Christmas"? REBECCA IS SUCH A TALENTED ACTRESS AND I NEED TO SEE HER SING!!! 🎀
 
Ugh, I'm so over these musical specials πŸ™„. Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special is just going to be her singing along to her own songs on repeat... how exciting can that be? 😴 And don't even get me started on "Carpool Karaoke Christmas", who thought it was a good idea to cram three music performances into one special? 🀯 It's just going to be Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga and Chappell Roan singing each other's songs for 30 minutes straight... zzz... 😴
 
You know what's crazy? How this holiday lineup is just like the midterms - it's all about appealing to different segments of the population πŸ€”. I mean, on one hand you've got the classic Sesame Street special that's gonna go over well with the old guard, and then you've got Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special that's all about courting the diva voters πŸ’ƒ. And don't even get me started on Carpool Karaoke Christmas - it's like they're trying to win over the pop star crowd 🎀.

But here's the thing, are we really just buying into this holiday commercialism? I mean, is "In Bruges" really a great choice for the whole family viewing experience? πŸ€” It's like Apple TV is acknowledging that not everyone wants to feel all festive and stuff, so they're throwing out some alternative options. Either way, it's all about catering to different tastes and trying to get more eyeballs on their platform πŸ‘€.
 
I'm not really gettin' into the whole holiday spirit vibe this year πŸŽ„. I mean, what's wrong with watching somethin' that's a bit darker, like "In Bruges"? It's like, the only time of year where it's socially acceptable to watch a movie about murder and mayhem πŸ€ͺ. And don't even get me started on how overplayed "Charlie Brown Christmas" is... I mean, I know it's a classic and all, but can't we just have some variety for once? 🎢 I'd rather listen to Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" on repeat than watch another rendition of the Peanuts special 😴. What about us people who don't wanna get all sappy and feel good? Can't we just have a holiday movie that's a bit more, like, real? πŸŽ₯
 
πŸ€” I'm so over all these cheesy holiday specials. Can't we just watch something that's actually relevant to our lives, you know? Like a documentary on climate change or social justice. πŸŒŽπŸ’š I mean, don't get me wrong, "Spirited" is gonna be fun and all, but have you seen the environmental impact of all those holiday productions? It's like, hello, consider the carbon footprint! πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ And what about the inequality in representation and opportunities for artists from underrepresented communities? Let's not forget about that. 🌈πŸ’ͺ
 
I'm loving this Apple TV holiday lineup! πŸŽ„πŸ“Ί I'm definitely adding "The First Snow of Fraggle Rock" to my list, nostalgic as that is 😊. But honestly, who wouldn't want a Mariah Carey musical extravaganza? That sounds like the ultimate holiday party vibe! πŸ’ƒπŸΌπŸŽΆ And for all you music lovers out there, Carpool Karaoke Christmas with Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, and Chappell Roan is the way to go! πŸš—πŸŽ€ I'm also intrigued by "Spirited" - Will Ferrell as the Ghost of Christmas Present? That sounds like a wild ride πŸ˜‚. And if you're looking for something more low-key, Hannah Waddingham's special sounds adorable πŸ’•. Finally, no holiday watchlist is complete without some Charlie Brown Christmas πŸŽ„πŸ‘.
 
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