The Ultimate List: 15+ Must-Watch Christmas Movies On Disney Plus For The 2025 Holiday Season
Get ready to cozy up, because the 2025 holiday season has officially arrived on Disney Plus with an incredible lineup of new originals and timeless classics. This year's festive collection is arguably the platform's most ambitious yet, solidifying its status as a premier destination for holiday binge-watching. Whether you're craving a brand-new, star-studded comedy or the comforting nostalgia of a classic Christmas film, the Disney Plus library has been fully stocked to keep your family entertained from now until January 1st.
The streaming service has delivered a perfect mix of exclusive content, including a highly anticipated musical-comedy featuring one of the world's biggest pop groups and the return of a beloved animated franchise. As of December 19, 2025, the entire "Happy Holidays Collection" is available, ensuring you have the freshest and most comprehensive guide to planning your holiday movie marathon.
The Exclusive New Disney Plus Christmas Movies for 2025
Disney Plus continues to invest heavily in original holiday content, and the 2025 slate features some of the biggest names in entertainment. These exclusive films are the centerpiece of the season, offering fresh, unique stories you won't find anywhere else.
1. A Very Jonas Christmas Movie: The Star-Studded Holiday Comedy
Perhaps the most talked-about new release, A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, sees the global pop sensations—Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas—playing fictionalized versions of themselves. The film leans into the brothers' signature humor and musical talent, making it a must-watch for fans and a great addition to the musical comedy genre.
- The Plot: The premise is a fantastical holiday adventure where the Jonas Brothers are prevented from returning home for Christmas by a magical spell cast by Santa himself. They must embark on a quest to rekindle their Christmas spirit and discover the true meaning of the holiday before the magic wears off.
- The Cast: The film is packed with recognizable faces, including Chloe Bennet (as Lucy), Billie Lourd, and Laverne Cox in key roles, alongside KJ Apa (as Gene). The chemistry between the brothers and this eclectic supporting cast is what makes this festive flick a standout.
2. Joy to the World: The Lifestyle Guru's Holiday Crisis
This charming romantic comedy, which also premiered on Hulu, brings a classic holiday movie trope to the Disney Plus platform. Joy to the World stars Emmanuelle Chriqui and Chad Michael Murray, two veterans of the genre, in a story about the pressure of maintaining a perfect public image during the holidays.
- The Plot: Joy Edwards (played by Emmanuelle Chriqui) is a famous lifestyle guru who has built an empire on teaching others how to host the "perfect" home life and Christmas dinner. Her world is turned upside down when a TV network decides to film her family’s Christmas dinner live, forcing her to confront the reality that her life is far from the perfectly curated image she presents.
- The Cast: Chad Michael Murray stars as Max, the love interest who helps Joy navigate her holiday crisis, and Josh Reich as Hawk. The movie is a fun, self-aware take on the "pretend to be my... plot" that is so popular in straight-to-streaming holiday movies.
3. Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol
For fans of Disney's Emmy Award-winning animated franchise, the return of the Prep & Landing team is a major highlight of the 2025 holiday specials. This new half-hour special, Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol, is the third installment in the beloved series. It is produced by Disney Television Animation and directed by Shane Zalvin.
The special follows the elite unit of elves responsible for preparing homes worldwide for Santa's arrival. The "Snowball Protocol" likely involves a high-stakes, snowy mission that requires the team's signature blend of stealth, gadgetry, and holiday cheer. This animated gem is perfect for younger viewers and anyone who loves the technical side of Santa's operation.
The Essential Disney Plus Christmas Movie Collection (Classics & Originals)
Beyond the new 2025 premieres, the real strength of Disney Plus lies in its vast library of classic holiday films and fan-favorite Disney Originals. The platform is the exclusive streaming home for many of these essential festive flicks, offering unrivaled topical authority in the family-friendly Christmas movie space.
The Must-See Modern Disney Originals
These are the original movies produced specifically for Disney Plus or its theatrical release within the last few years that have quickly become new holiday traditions:
- Noelle (2019): Starring Anna Kendrick as Noelle Kringle, Santa’s daughter, who must save Christmas when her brother (played by Bill Hader) gets cold feet.
- Godmothered (2020): A magical comedy starring Jillian Bell as a fairy godmother-in-training who tries to help a grown-up woman (played by Isla Fisher) find her "happily ever after."
- Home Sweet Home Alone (2021): A new take on the classic franchise, following a young boy named Max Mercer who is accidentally left behind when his family travels to Tokyo for the holidays.
- Dashing Through the Snow (2023): A heartwarming story about a social worker who has lost his faith in Christmas and his estranged daughter, who meet a mysterious man named Nick.
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever (2023): The latest animated entry in the popular book series, following Greg Heffley as he tries to stay out of trouble during a major snowstorm.
- The Naughty Nine (2023): A fun, heist-style movie about a group of kids on the naughty list who plot to steal presents from Santa’s workshop.
Timeless Classics and Beloved Franchises
Thanks to the inclusion of content from 20th Century Studios and the entire Disney vault, the platform boasts a wealth of classic holiday films that define the season. These are the movies that every family returns to year after year:
- The Santa Clause Trilogy: All three films—The Santa Clause, The Santa Clause 2, and The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause—starring Tim Allen as Scott Calvin, are available. This franchise is a cornerstone of the Disney Plus holiday collection.
- Home Alone (1990) & Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992): The undisputed kings of the holiday comedy genre, starring Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister.
- The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992): Often cited as one of the best adaptations of Charles Dickens's classic, featuring Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge alongside Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.
- Disney Animated Shorts: Includes classics like Mickey's Christmas Carol, Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas, and Mickey & Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas.
- Jingle All the Way (1996): The comedy starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sinbad about two fathers desperately trying to find the season's hottest toy.
Planning Your Disney Plus Holiday Binge-Watch
With such a deep collection of new originals and classic holiday films, planning your viewing schedule is key. The Disney Plus "Happy Holidays Collection" is organized by theme, making it easy to find what you're looking for, whether it’s a romantic comedy, an animated special, or a feel-good Christmas adventure.
More Holiday Specials and Live Events
In addition to the movies, Disney Plus is also streaming several holiday specials and live-event tie-ins in December 2025. These include the festive competition show Dancing With the Stars: Dancing with the Holidays, which premiered on December 2, and the Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular.
The breadth of content—from the star power of the Jonas Brothers and Chad Michael Murray to beloved animated characters like Mickey Mouse and the Prep & Landing elves—ensures that Disney Plus is the essential streaming service for a truly magical and content-rich Christmas season. Start your marathon today and enjoy the best of the 2025 holiday offerings!
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