10 Black Christmas Movies You Need On Your Holiday Watchlist
Mistletoe & Matrimony (2024)/Max
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—cozy nights wrapped in a blanket with hot cocoa, watching a good Christmas movie. Whether you’re in the mood for a funny holiday film that spills all the family tea or a heartfelt Christmas flick that brings a tear to your eye, we’ve got you covered. So grab your snacks and get ready to dive into some must-watch Black Christmas films that will light up your holiday spirit!
10 Black Christmas Movies To Watch:
This Christmas (2007)
This Christmas (2007)/Hulu
This Christmas-time drama follows the Whitfield family, who haven’t spent a holiday together in years. Ma'Dere Whitfield (Loretta Devine) uncovers several secrets about her six children’s personal lives—Claude’s (Columbus Short) hidden military and relationship status, Quentin’s (Idris Elba) gambling debts, and Baby’s (Chris Brown) secret dream of becoming an R&B singer. These revelations spark arguments, tension, and plenty of surprises. (Spoiler: Chris Brown’s soulful rendition of “This Christmas” is everything!)
2. Mistletoe & Matrimony (2024)
Mistletoe & Matrimony (2024)/Hulu
Olivia (Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut), a wedding planner, is unexpectedly tasked with organizing her sister’s wedding in less than two weeks. To her surprise, the photographer is her ex. As they reconnect, Olivia finds herself torn between living life for herself and continuing to prioritize the needs of her loved ones.
3. Last Holiday (2006)
Last Holiday (2006)/Tubi
Queen Latifah stars as Georgia, a shy department store worker who receives a shocking diagnosis after an accident: she has only a few weeks to live. Determined to make the most of her time, Georgia quits her job, gathers her savings, and embarks on the trip of a lifetime. This inspiring story is a powerful reminder to live life to the fullest.
4. Friday After Next (2002)
Friday After Next (2002)/Tubi
Around Christmas time, cousins Day-Day (Mike Epps) and Craig (Ice Cube) get robbed by a “hood Santa Claus” and find themselves unable to pay rent. To make some quick cash, they take jobs as security guards at a local strip mall, only to deal with chaos from unruly customers all day. Desperate, they throw a “rent party,” but things spiral even further as they clash with neighbors, family, and friends. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “This isn’t a Christmas movie.” But trust me—it is! Get ready to laugh so hard you’ll cry and fall on the floor.
5. Black Nativity (2013)
Black Nativity (2013)/Hulu
Langston (Jacob Latimore), a rebellious teenager from Boston, is sent to New York City to stay with his grandparents. Struggling to adjust to their strict rules, he sets out to return home to his mother. Along the way, Langston uncovers family secrets that change everything and stop him in his tracks.
6. Best Man Holiday (2013)
Best Man Holiday (2013)/Amazon Prime Video
A group of college friends reunite after 15 years to spend the holidays together, but drama quickly takes center stage. Old flames are reignited, tensions boil over into brawls, and shocking revelations come to light—forever changing the dynamics of their friendships.
7. Are We There Yet? (2005)
Are We There Yet? (2005)/YouTube
In an attempt to win the heart of newly divorced Suzanne (Nia Long), Nick (Ice Cube) offers to accompany her two kids on a flight to visit her during a holiday business trip. When transportation mishaps continuously block their plans, Nick opts for a road trip instead. However, the kids aren’t on board with his romantic intentions and will stop at nothing to sabotage his chances with their mom.
8. Almost Christmas (2016)
Almost Christmas (2016)/Hulu
Walter Meyer (Danny Glover), a grieving widower, longs for the comfort of his late wife. When the holiday season arrives, he invites his four children to spend Christmas together. However, their constant bickering threatens to derail any chance of a peaceful holiday. Adding some much-needed comic relief, the queen of comedy, Mo’Nique, shines as the hilarious and scene-stealing Aunt May.
9. The Perfect Holiday (2007)
The Perfect Holiday (2007)/Hulu
Nancy (Gabrielle Union), a divorced mother of three, faces loneliness during the holidays after her ex-husband, J-Jizzy (Charlie Murphy), leaves the family to pursue a rap career. Her situation takes a turn when her daughter, Emily, makes a wish to Benjamin (Morris Chestnut), a department store Santa, who begins dating Nancy. However, before their relationship can blossom, Benjamin must first win over her mischievous sons.
10. Annie (2014)
Annie (2014)/Philo
This musical comedy follows orphan Annie (Quvenzhané Wallis), who endures a hard-knock life under the supervision of her foster mother. However, everything changes when stern billionaire Will Stacks (Jamie Foxx) takes her in, completely transforming her life for the better. It’s the perfect watch if you have little ones!