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50 Christmas RomCom Films Like Love Actually to watch in 2023
Christmas movies have a unique charm that resonates with our hearts during the festive season.
Whether you’re snuggling up on a cold Christmas Eve with a hot cocoa, or bursting with holiday cheer on Christmas morning, there’s a Christmas film for every mood and moment.
Ever since “Love Actually” made its mark as a romantic comedy staple for the holidays, many have sought after films with similar vibes. If you’re on the hunt for the best Christmas movies that encapsulate the Christmas spirit just as much, if not more, then you’re in for a treat!
From tales of Father Christmas to heart-warming Christmas tales that recount the magic of a Christmas miracle, we’ve got you covered.
Here, we’ve made a list of 50 Christmas films that bring the essence of the holiday season to life, much like the Christmas classic, “Love Actually.”
So, brace yourself for a festive ride as we dive into a Christmas story that is sure to make every Christmas season even more special.
50 Films you will Love if you enjoyed Love Actually:
Holidate:
Sloan and Jackson, feeling the loneliness of the holidays, agree to be each other’s platonic plus-ones, but unexpected feelings start to blossom between them amidst the holiday festivities.
Hitched for the Holidays:
Rob and Julie fake a relationship to satisfy their respective families during the holiday season, but the line between pretend and reality starts to blur.
The Holiday:
Iris from England and Amanda from the US swap homes for the holidays, finding healing and unexpected romances in their new surroundings.
Last Christmas:
Kate, constantly making poor decisions, meets Tom who seems too good to be true. Amidst the festive streets of London, their budding relationship helps Kate rediscover herself.
A Christmas Prince:
Ambitious journalist Amber goes undercover to get the inside scoop on a playboy prince but ends up finding a royal romance amid snowy landscapes.
Love at the Christmas Table:
Sam and Katherine, childhood friends, realize that they might be right for each other after spending every Christmas Eve together for years.
The Family Stone:
Businesswoman Meredith’s attempt to win over her boyfriend’s quirky family during Christmas leads to unexpected feelings and romantic entanglements.
Christmas in Connecticut:
Elizabeth, a writer pretending to be a domestic goddess, struggles to impress a returning war hero for a promotional Christmas dinner, leading to romantic mishaps.
Holiday in Handcuffs:
A desperate move sees Trudie kidnapping David to introduce him as her boyfriend to her family for Christmas, only to have the fake relationship feel increasingly real.
The Princess Switch:
A baker and a duchess, both lookalikes, switch lives for a bit of Christmas fun, leading to unexpected romantic encounters in each other’s worlds.
A Christmas Detour:
Paige and Dylan find themselves stuck together due to a snowstorm. As they navigate various holiday challenges, sparks fly between the two strangers.
12 Dates of Christmas:
Kate relives Christmas Eve multiple times, giving her a chance to fix her mistakes and find love along the way.
A Very Merry Mix-Up:
Mistakenly landing at the wrong family’s house for Christmas, Alice finds an unexpected romantic connection.
A Christmas Kiss:
A surprise kiss in an elevator between Wendy and a stranger complicates things when she realizes he’s involved with her boss.
Christmas in the City:
Trying to save her family’s store, Wendy confronts a business consultant but finds unexpected romance amidst city lights.
The Mistletoe Promise:
Two strangers, disenchanted with love, agree to be each other’s holiday companions, but their arrangement leads them to discover genuine feelings.
Snowed-Inn Christmas:
Jenna and Kevin, rival journalists, find themselves forced to work together when they get snowed in at an inn during Christmas.
The Spirit of Christmas:
Kate falls for Daniel, a spirit who haunts an inn she’s trying to sell, as they unravel his mysterious past and find unexpected love.
Christmas Under Wraps:
Dr. Lauren Brunell moves to a remote Alaskan town and discovers a big Christmas secret, all while finding unexpected love.
Merry Kissmas:
Kayla finds herself torn between her controlling fiancé and a new love she meets in an elevator, leading to heart-warming choices.
Christmas Getaway:
Travel writer Emory meets a widower and his daughter during a forced cabin share, leading to a holiday season full of unexpected feelings.
The Sweetest Christmas:
Struggling pastry chef Kylie reconnects with her high school sweetheart Nick, and together they discover the magic of Christmas.
A December Bride:
Layla teams up with Seth, the man who introduced her ex to his bride, as her fake fiancé. Amidst Christmas celebrations, their pretend relationship takes a real turn.
Royal Christmas:
A prince hides his identity to fall in love with a humble seamstress, but the holiday season brings forth unexpected revelations.
Christmas at the Palace:
Former figure skater Katie helps a king prepare for a Christmas skating performance, only to find romance along the way.
Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses:
Single mom Abbey takes a leap of faith when she’s hired to decorate a wealthy businessman’s mansion. As they spend time together, the festive season brings them closer.
The Christmas Cottage:
Lacey is asked to be her best friend’s maid of honour and ends up stuck in a romantic cottage with the best man, igniting old feelings.
The Christmas Card:
A soldier serving in Afghanistan is deeply touched by a heartfelt card from a stranger. When he returns, he sets out to find the woman who sent it, leading to an unexpected connection.
Christmas in Evergreen:
A veterinarian sets out to have the perfect Christmas but finds herself unexpectedly falling for a local cafe owner in her picturesque hometown.
Miss Christmas:
Holly, the official tree finder for Chicago’s renowned Radcliffe Tree lighting, is on a mission to find the perfect tree. She meets a man who has the ideal tree but isn’t willing to part with it, sparking a holiday romance.
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year:
A single mom gets a holiday surprise when her uncle brings a stranger, a fellow traveller, to their home for Christmas, leading to unexpected sparks.
A Bride for Christmas:
After breaking off three engagements, Jessie vows to never date again. But, she’s unwittingly pursued by Aiden, who bets he can make her fall in love with him by Christmas.
Crown for Christmas:
Allie, a fired New York hotel worker, is hired to be a governess for a young European princess, only to find romance in the form of a dashing king.
The Nine Lives of Christmas:
Zachary, a fireman and confirmed bachelor, rescues a stray cat and meets a veterinary student, Marilee. Their newfound friendship might lead to something more this Christmas.
A Royal Winter:
During a last-minute European holiday, a young woman finds herself in the middle of a real-life fairy tale when she meets a charming local prince.
The Christmas Train:
Two former flames are forced to work together on a train ride across the country, rekindling old feelings and memories during the journey.
Once Upon a Holiday:
A royal princess runs away from her duties for a brief taste of normalcy and finds herself falling for a good-hearted man who is unaware of her true identity.
My Christmas Love:
A woman receives gifts from an anonymous suitor, mirroring the “12 Days of Christmas.” She’s determined to find out the identity of her secret admirer.
Christmas Incorporated:
Riley gets an assistant position through a mix-up, working for a grumpy businessman, William. As she convinces him not to close one of his factories before Christmas, the two grow closer.
Christmas at Graceland:
A businesswoman reunites with an old flame during a trip to Memphis. Their shared love for music brings them closer amidst the festive backdrop of Graceland.
It’s Christmas, Eve:
Eve, a school superintendent, meets a single father who’s fighting to save the school’s music program. As they work together, a holiday romance ensues.
A Song for Christmas:
A pop star gets stranded in a small town and finds refuge in a family-run inn. There, she discovers the true meaning of Christmas and love.
Christmas at Pemberley Manor:
An event planner organizing a Christmas festival in a small town crosses paths with a billionaire who seems all too familiar. Could this be her Mr. Darcy?
With Love, Christmas:
Melanie, an ad executive, draws her secret Santa – a co-worker she’s secretly attracted to. As they exchange anonymous emails, they unknowingly fall for each other.
A Very Country Christmas:
A country music star looking for a break returns to his small hometown, finding love in the process and reminding him of the values he had forgotten.
Christmas in Rome:
An independent-minded tour guide and an executive learning the ropes of his business find love amidst the historic beauty of Rome during the holiday season.
Snow Bride:
A gossip journalist plots a story to unveil secrets of a political family during Christmas but ends up falling for her target’s dashing son.
A Gift to Remember:
A bookshop worker causes an accident and takes in a man without memory. As they spend time together during Christmas, they uncover the truth and find love.
The Christmas Secret:
A struggling single mom sets out to discover a long-lost family heirloom, hoping it will bring her luck – and in doing so, she might just find her true love.
Serendipity:
Jonathan and Sara share a chance encounter in New York, leaving their future to fate. Years later, they seek each other, hoping destiny reunites them.
Final Thoughts
This collection of films captures the spirit of Christmas and the magical allure of romance that the season brings with it.
Whether it’s in a small town, a bustling city, or even a palace, love finds a way during the most wonderful time of the year.