STARTING NOVEMBER 6TH
Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) is determined to a have a “good old-fashioned family Christmas’’ with all the decorative trimmings (“We checked every bulb, didn’t we?”). While Cousin Eddie (Randy Quaid) and a house full of wacky relatives don’t make it easy, Clark’s wife Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo) is, as always, a calming influence. (“I’m sorry, this is our family’s first kidnapping.”) Rated PG-13
Rated PG-13

STARTING NOVEMBER 13TH
“All aboard!” On Christmas Eve a boy takes a mysterious train bound for the North Pole, in this adaptation of the heartwarming children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. The performance capture animation used by director Robert Zemeckis made it possible for Tom Hanks to play six roles, including the conductor (“Tickets, please!”) and Santa Claus. ("The true spirit of Christmas lies in your heart.”) Rated G
Rated G

STARTING NOVEMBER 20TH
When a bizarre rooftop accident on Christmas Eve creates a vacancy in the Santa position, Scott Kelvin (Tim Allen) reluctantly fills in, only to learn that the “Santa Clause” commits him to more than he bargained for. ("It means: you put on the suit, you’re the Big Guy.”) Soon he’s devouring milk and cookies, gaining weight and growing a beard. And his young son couldn’t be happier! (“Check out Santa’s sleigh!”) Rated PG
Rated PG

STARTING NOVEMBER 27TH
Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, an elf who is, well, different from the other elves. When Papa Elf (Bob Newhart) informs Buddy that he was adopted, he sets out to find his real father (James Caan). A modern Christmas classic, thanks to Ferrell’s endearing performance as Buddy (“Son of a nutcracker!”), whose childlike Christmas spirit softens the most cynical of hearts. (“Santa, HERE? I know him, I know him!”) Rated PG
Rated PG

STARTING DECEMBER 4TH
With comedy, romance, and of course, Bing Crosby singing White Christmas, this musical favorite is full of wonderful Irving Berlin songs (“Snow…snow…snow!”). Crosby and Danny Kaye star as World War II vets and Broadway performers who stage a show at a Vermont inn, with
Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen as the singing Haynes Sisters. (“Lord help the mister who comes between me and my sister…”) Not rated
Rated NR

STARTING DECEMBER 11TH
“You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch!” Jim Carrey stars in this big-screen version of Dr. Seuss’ beloved children’s story about a grumpy green holiday-hating creature who tries to disrupt the plans of the Christmas-loving residents of the town of Whoville. Carrey brings his unique brand of zany humor to the role (“I must stop this Christmas from coming…but what would I WEAR?”) Rated PG
Rated PG

STARTING DECEMBER 18TH
Frank Capra’s classic is a cherished Christmas tradition for countless families. Building & Loan owner George Bailey (James Stewart) is all that stands between the good people of Bedford Falls and the wicked miser Mr. Potter (Lionel Barrymore). When misfortune strikes on Christmas Eve, George realizes, with the help of an angel named Clarence, that he truly has a “wonderful life.” ("No man is a failure who has friends.”) Rated PG
Rated PG