Why Are Christmas Movies More Popular Than Ever?

Even pre-pandemic, Christmas movies had become a soothing “visual white noise” to many. But why has watching TV Christmas movies become less of a pastime and more of an obsession for many of us?

In this talk, the rising popularity of these holiday films is explored by someone who actually wrote one of them — complete with a behind-the-scenes reveal of a very personal loss that helped bring more heart to a story that became one of Hallmark Channel’s biggest hits.

Reviews

I love Christmas movies. They bring so much joy and happiness, and especially now, an escape from life in this year. Every year two of my favorites are: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and the classic, It’s a Wonderful Life. Right now I am hooked on the Hallmark and Lifetime movies. Thank you for this upbeat talk.

Yes ... Christmas movies are the best! Thanks for reminding me!