Dive into Netflix's Christmas Movie Wonderland

Hot Frosty

Imagine a young widow whose magic scarf has the power to bring a dashing snowman to life. In "Hot Frosty", this fantastical scenario unfolds, and viewers are taken on a journey of rediscovering romance, laughter, and holiday cheer. As the snowman, played by Schitt's Creek star Dustin Milligan, streaks naked through the town square and engages in other outrageous antics, it's hard not to be captivated. Even the mention of cancer in a light-hearted way adds to the charm. With a cast that includes Lacey Chabert and a cameo from Chrishell Stause, this movie is a must-watch. The old-timey feel with names like Kathy and the sheriff's outsize presence make it a unique Christmas treat. It's like a breath of fresh air in the midst of the holiday season.

The premise alone demands our continued attention. A snowman coming to life? And he's hot? It's a concept that only someone as talented as Lindsay Lohan could bring to life. We see him experience new things like eating diner food like a dog and dealing with the emotions of a diner owner reeling from her husband's death. This movie is a perfect blend of magic and heart, giving us a Christmas comfort rating of seven knit scarves imbued with transformational magic.

The Merry Gentlemen

For those looking for a different kind of Christmas entertainment, "The Merry Gentlemen" is the answer. A Broadway dancer, played by Britt Robertson, stages an all-male, Christmas-themed revue to save her parents' small-town nightclub. Along the way, she meets a guy with all the right moves, played by Chad Michael Murray. The opening scene, with Robertson performing as a "Jingle Belle" on Broadway, sets the stage for a fun and light-hearted story.

When Robertson gets fired from the show and returns home, she enlists the help of the handyman, Murray, to perform in a Christmas-themed strip show. Despite their lack of dancing skills, the chemistry between them is undeniable. There's a touch of tension in the third act when Robertson gets a call for a raise, but she ultimately chooses romance over money. The movie also features some comical moments, like Robertson's wig and the light-hearted nature of the story. It gives a Christmas comfort rating of six Magic Mike–style body rolls.

Our Little Secret

In "Our Little Secret", two resentful exes find themselves spending Christmas under one roof after discovering their significant others are siblings. Director Stephen Herek takes us on a journey through time with a ten-year jump between the opening scene and the rest of the movie. This adds a unique element as we see major events of 2014–24 recapitulated in the opening credits.

Ian Harding, who played the predatory English teacher on Pretty Little Liars, is surprisingly charming as Lohan's ex-boyfriend. As they try to hide their past from their would-be in-laws, high jinks ensue. Lohan's antics, such as eating too many cookies and getting high on weed gummies, add to the humor. And with Kristin Chenoweth in the mix, it's a Christmas movie that keeps you on your toes. This movie offers a Christmas comfort rating of a whole plate of Christmas cookies and weed gummies.