AMC Networks is rolling out the festive cheer this holiday season with the return of its annual "Best Christmas Ever" event, kicking off from November 30 and culminating on December 26. This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and brighter, with over 550 hours of holiday programming lined up, featuring timeless classics and some new surprises.
For families gathering around the TV, there’s something for everyone, including the nostalgic favorite Elf and the iconic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. Viewers can also look forward to the 20th anniversary of holiday gems like Christmas with the Kranks and The Polar Express. Classic films such as Miracle on 34th Street from 1947 and the beloved Rankin/Bass stop-motion specials will also take center stage, making it easy to find joy and laughter during the holiday season.
AMC+ subscribers are treated to exclusive content, including the premiere of Christmas Eve in Miller's Point, starring Michael Cera, Sawyer Spielberg, and Francesca Scorsese. This intriguing new holiday feature focuses on family dynamics and the challenges of clinging to tradition during changing times. For those who enjoy the darker side of the holiday spirit, Shudder will debut A Creature Was Stirring, alongside the all-new Joe Bob's Christmas Carnage, where horror continues to get festive.
But that's not all. AMC has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to celebrate the beloved The Polar Express with the "Best Christmas Ever: Polar Express Sweepstakes." This contest, running until December 6, allows fans to enter for the chance to win fantastic prizes, including grand prize trips to the Grand Canyon for the unique The Polar Express Train Ride Experience. Rabid fans can also win collectible items related to the iconic film during the sweepstakes.
For those who prefer to stay cozy at home with some digital entertainment, AMC+ has curated themed Yule Logs for fans of The Walking Dead and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches. These logs offer fans the perfect ambiance to enjoy their favorite franchise vibes right at their fireplace.
The programming schedule is packed with marathons and celebrations. The Christmas with the Kranks 20th Anniversary Celebration kicks off on November 30, followed by the National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 35th Anniversary Celebration on December 1. December 2 features the anniversary celebration for The Polar Express, with holiday-themed nights planned throughout the month to enjoy timeless films and debate favorites, including Die Hard and Gremlins.
Other programming highlights include marathons like the Merry '80s Marathon on December 7, promising classics like Ghostbusters and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and the Best Elf Marathon on December 8, showcasing Elf, Fred Claus, and The Polar Express. Viewers can also look forward to the Christmas Magic Marathon on December 13, which features the Rankin/Bass specials, ensuring families can revisit the magic of their own childhood holidays.
The December 14 Christmas All the Way Marathon showcases Four Christmases, Elf, and The Polar Express, as well as the Holiday Hijinks Marathon on December 15 with comedic classics like Uncle Buck and Trading Places. A special Christmas Candy Marathon on December 20 celebrates the festive charm of John Candy’s films. And to top off the holiday festivities, the Best Christmas Marathon will run from December 24 through 25, featuring fan favorites like Miracle on 34th Street and Fred Claus.
On December 26, viewers can kick back and enjoy the Holiday Hangover Recovery featuring more great films to recuperate from the holiday buzz. With all these offerings, AMC Networks aims to welcome everyone home for the holidays, ensuring plenty of laughter, nostalgia, and family memories throughout the month.
AMC Networks continues to grow as a leader in creating and curtailing celebrated series and films, making them accessible across various platforms. Their commitment to community and entertainment shines bright this holiday season, inviting fans to indulge wholeheartedly during the most wonderful time of the year.
