When the holidays hit, nothing feels better than curling up with movies that actually mirror our families, our joy, our chaos, and our traditions. Black Christmas films bring culture, humor, heart and a whole lot of realism that makes the season feel like home. Whether you’re spending Christmas solo or seated in front of the television with family, these ten Black holiday films are essential.
Take a scroll below to discover some familiar classics and the titles you’ve been meaning to add to your watchlist.
1. This Christmas (2007)
A beloved holiday classic following the Whitfield family as they reunite for the first time in years, and everyone brings secrets, drama, and love to the table.
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, Google Play, fuboTV, Fandango, YouTube, The Roku Channel, Apple TV
2. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)
A magical, vibrant musical about a legendary toymaker, his granddaughter, and a world of invention and wonder.
Where to Watch: Netflix.
3. The Preacher’s Wife (1996)
Whitney Houston shines in this heartfelt story of faith, love, and holiday miracles, with Denzel Washington playing an angel sent to help a struggling pastor.
Where to Watch: Tubi, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Fandango, Apple TV, Google Play
4. Almost Christmas (2016)
A hilarious, emotionally warm family comedy starring Mo’Nique, Gabrielle Union, and Danny Glover as a father trying to hold his family together for the holidays.
Where to Watch: Max (HBO), Peacock, YouTube, Sling TV, Amazon Prime, Google Play, Fandango, Hulu, The Roku Channel, Apple TV
5. The Best Man Holiday (2013)
A reunion full of nostalgia, friendship, grief, romance, and Black love, with unforgettable Christmas moments.
Where to Watch: Hulu, Peacock, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango
6. A Madea Christmas (2013)
Madea gets thrown into small-town holiday chaos, delivering comedy, heart, and classic Tyler Perry energy.
Where to Watch: Netflix, Tubi, Peacock, Starz, Hulu, YouTube, fuboTV, The Roku Channel, Google Play, Fandango, Apple TV, Philo, Sling TV
7. The Perfect Holiday (2007)
A sweet Christmas romance where a single mother finds unexpected love thanks to a well-timed holiday wish.
Where to Watch: Starz, Hulu, Sling TV, Amazon Prime, Google Play, Fandango, YouTube, fuboTV, The Roku Channel, Philo, Apple TV
8. Holiday Rush (2019)
A feel-good story about a radio DJ who loses everything right before Christmas and is forced to rediscover what matters most.
Where to Watch: Netflix.
9. Black Nativity (2013)
A modern retelling of Langston Hughes’ classic, mixing gospel, drama, and family reconciliation during the Christmas season.
Where to Watch: Peacock, Tubi, YouTube, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango
10. The Kid Who Loved Christmas (1990)
A sentimental, often-overlooked Christmas drama about a young boy waiting for his adoptive family during the holidays.
Where to Watch: Plex, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Google Play
