Before you open presents, watch these holiday favorites
All we want for Christmas is… more TV.
(Yes, even if theres currentlytoo much of it.)
), LifetimesBecoming Santawill get you in the holiday mood.
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Just look at those chunky knit scarves and turtleneck sweaters!
For a pick thatll leave you feeling the complete opposite (but in a good way!
), watch the rowdy, raucousBad Santa, starring a foul-mouthed Billy Bob Thornton in the titular role.
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Again, its not quite a Christmas movie, but its undeniably a winner.
All those bold colors and bright lights will have you feeling ready for the holiday in no time.
(And if nothing else, at least theresElf.)
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AMC: Are We There Yet?
For a safer bet,Elfis sure to make you laugh.
(2 AM)
Lifetime: The Christmas Gift (2:04 AM)
AMC: Are We There Yet?
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ABC Family features Tim Allen asThe Santa Clause, followed byThe Santa Clause 3.
TNT: Four Christmases (10 PM)
Hallmark: A Crown for Christmas.
Its Tia Mowry vs. Tori Spelling in this movie about competing Christmas-themed musical groups.
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Also playing isThe March Sisters at Christmas, Lifetimes holiday retelling ofLittle Women.
Theyre invited to visit the childrens grandfather, Duke Edward played by Sir Roger Moore a.k.a.
the classic James Bond at his castle.
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The movie also starsOutlanders Sam Heughan, pre-kilt, as the romantic interest.
AMC is airingScrooged, the Bill Murray version ofA Christmas Carol.
Looking for a family event for all ages?
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Tune in to NBC for a special airing of the animated classicHow the Grinch Stole Christmas!.
At 9:45 p.m., the Griswolds will be on ABC Family forNational Lampoons Christmas Vacation.
When Clark Griswold tries to create the best Christmas ever, everything that can go wrong does go wrong.
Take a break from the late-night gift wrapping to catchA Dennis the Menace Christmasat 3:30.
Its a modern-day version ofA Christmas Carolwith the added bonus of Dennis being a real menace.
For something a little outside the norm of holiday movies, tryBush Christmasat 5:15.
At 10, dont miss Grumpy Cat learning the true meaning of Christmas inGrumpy Cats Worst Christmas Ever.
At 3:15, watch Steve Martin run a crisis hotline during the holidays in 1994sMixed Nuts.
(Bonus: Adam Sandler plays a ukulele player.)
At 5, dont miss Bill Murray inScroogedas he handles the visits of three ghosts in true Murray style.
At 8, sit down with your whole family for the yearly viewing ofA Christmas Story.
Also playing is the Frank Capra classicIts a Wonderful Lifefor you to watch with all your loved ones.
At 11, switch to ION forA Perfect Christmas List.
(Hint: This is how you know theyre the best.)
Stick with TCM forLittle Womenat 4:30; the March girls are sure to inspire some holiday cheer.
If you missedMiracle on 34th Streetthe first time around, turn it on at 11.
You really need to know what happens with that bell.
…And its over!
Missed any films you wanted to see?
Better luck next year.
(And happy holidays to you, from the TV-lovers at EW.)
