The Best Christmas Movies of All Time

There are plenty of Christmas presents that come with instructions, but none as ominous as the following: keep it away from direct sunlight, avoid giving it any kind of liquid, and most importantly, avoid feeding it after midnight. In Joe Dante’s horror comedy, a thoughtful present becomes a nightmare. Phoebe Cates, meanwhile, shares the world’s saddest Christmas story after experiencing a traumatic event.

Favorite Quote: “You say you hate Washington’s Birthday or Thanksgiving and nobody cares, but you say you hate Christmas and people treat you like you’re a leper.” Understandable—how could anyone hate Christmas?