Christmas is a season of love, hope, and happiness. When we gather as a family to eat some ho-hos or sing Jingle Bells, it’s pure bliss. Moreover, a happy movie night will enhance the Christmas vibe. But what if we told you there are some weird Christmas movies that will enhance your season?
I understand; Christmas and traditions can be present. But to spice things up, once in a while something has to be an oddball. So this time, if you planned to kill time on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or just tonight, go grab your popcorn bowl, for the below list is going to be cranky in a good way.
10 Weird Christmas Movies to Spice Up the Festive Mood
Black Christmas (1974)
Topping our list is Black Christmas, directed by Bob Clark back in 1974. As the genre was extremely clever, this particular film became very famous and was loved by Elvis Presley and Steve Martin. The story revolves around an anonymous psychopath going on a killing spree among the sorority sisters.
As the movie title suggests, it’s not going to be a nice Christmas. You can stream the movie on Prime Video.
Bad Santa (2003)
Who thought Santa was a kind and loving man? We really don’t know the truth, right? Until then, with the wild imagination of Terry Zwigoff, you can enjoy a foul-mouthed Santa Claus going about cracking jokes. Please, no children, as this film is only for adults.
Bad Santa was a box office success, so they made a remake in 2016, which was fine but not like the original one. The movie is available on Prime Video for you to enjoy and laugh all night.
Saving Christmas (2014)
You’ll want to save Christmas movies after watching this one, because Saving Christmas is so bad. Then why am I adding it to the list? Well, it’s weird, and this movie can initiate a cool debate with the person you’re watching it with. Starring Kirk Cameron, he tries to persuade his brother (Kirk and his brother are fictitious) to save Christmas.
The main intent of the movie is to preach Christianity, I guess, but man, I was cringing. But I killed time with it. Stream it on Prime Video.
Tangerine (2015)
Movies shot on an iPhone aren’t a new thing, but a movie shot on an iPhone 5S that was streamed by thousands is something to applaud. Tangerine, directed by Sean Baker, is a story about a wonderful sex worker who rushes to find the guy who broke her heart. Set on Christmas Eve, it shows her pursuit to find the heartbreaker in a funny way.
It is not only humorous but also oddly heart-touching. It’s a great movie to watch during the holiday season because it embraces everyone, no matter who they are. The movie is available on Prime Video.
Dial Code Santa Claus (1989)
Another movie that features a Santa Claus, but in this film he is a devil in disguise. Dial Code Santa Claus, also known as 3615 Code Père Noel, depicts a serial killer dressed as Santa Claus attempting to murder our young protagonist. A fun fact is that the Home Alone movie was released a year after Dial Code Santa Claus.
Both movies delivered the concept of not leaving kids alone, especially if the house is big and the neighborhood is risky. You can watch this movie on Shudder.
The Magic Christmas Tree (1964)
The Magic Christmas Tree is a story about a young, kind boy who climbs on a tall tree to save a lady’s cat. Unfortunately, he falls down, but thankfully he just gets knocked out—not dead. Apparently, he finds out that the lady is a witch, and she makes him grow a magic Christmas tree, which will grant him three wishes.
But as usual, the boy makes dumb wishes that create a ruckus. This is why one must be careful when one wishes. You can enjoy this weird Christmas flick on Tubi TV.
Holiday in Handcuffs (2007)
The film’s unusual plot is why this supposed to be flop movie garnered unexpected attention. Our protagonist, Trudie, kidnaps a lonely guy named David to show her parents at the Christmas union that she has a boyfriend. Weirdly, they all engage in conversations, making the viewers wonder how David is even calm.
Well, that’s the movie’s charming point because it’s super bizarre and strange, with comical scenes. Great unintentional comedy film. Go watch it on Disney Plus.
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Santa Claus Vs. The Devil (1959)
Imagine a Christmas workshop where Santa Claus is trying to teach the kids good values while the devil himself appears and tries to ruin the children’s behaviour. Umm… super unconventional, but that’s the best part about this movie.
It is still a masterpiece to date, even if the movie aired back in the 1950s. You’ll love the tiny battle between good and evil in this movie. You can watch it on Tubi Tv.
Santa With Muscles (1996)
When life seems to be going all good for Blake Thorn, an evil millionaire, his entire life flips upside down when he is mistaken for a small Santa Claus. On the other hand, there is also a scientist who tries to discover magic crystals that are buried in an orphanage. How will Blake Thorn and the crazy scientist cross paths? Watch it and know what will happen on Tubi Tv.
Barbie in a Christmas Carol (2008)
Barbie movies are not typically only for kids, even adults can watch them because they sometimes make sense. Speaking of that, Barbie in a Christmas Carol is based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol but with a twist. The protagonist, Eden, is a singing diva who is narcissistic and grumpy.
To make the lead Barbie realize the true meaning of Christmas, a lot of ghost Barbies come up, which is odd. Anyway, find out whether Eden will reach her revelation or not on Vudu.
The Wrap-up
Here we are at the end of the listicle, and I believe you’ve picked just the right one to watch with your friends. If you have a certain weird Christmas movie that you think deserves to be on this list, drop the name in the comment section.
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