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Serpentorslair Staff · December 20, 2024

Counting Down the Top 25 Christmas Movies of All Time: #6 How The Grinch Stole Christmas (1966)

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Based on Dr. Seuss’s 1957 children’s book, the film tells the story of the Grinch, a grouchy, solitary creature who lives atop Mount Crumpit, overlooking the cheerful town of Whoville. Bitter and envious of the Whos’ joy and holiday spirit, the Grinch devises a plan to “steal Christmas” by sneaking into Whoville on Christmas Eve and taking all their decorations, gifts, and feasts. However, when the Whos wake up on Christmas morning, they still gather together to celebrate, showing that Christmas is about more than material things. Touched by their…

Counting Down the Top 25 Christmas Movies of All Time: #12 Frosty The Snow Man (1969)

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Few Christmas specials have stood the test of time like Frosty the Snowman. This beloved animated classic, which debuted on December 7, 1969, has been a staple of holiday programming for generations. Its charm, simplicity, and heartfelt message continue to resonate in 2024, making it a worthy addition to our countdown of the top 25 Christmas movies. Produced by Rankin/Bass Productions, Frosty the Snowman is based on the famous 1950 holiday song by Walter “Jack” Rollins and Steve Nelson. The plot follows a group of schoolchildren who build a snowman…