No. 10 Cindy Lou (The Grinch)
- Cindy Lou is known as a little girl who spends Christmas with her family in Whoville in the Grinch movies. Late at night, she wakes up and sees the Grinch stealing Christmas. She convinces him to stop and makes him realize what Christmas is really about, spending time with family.
No. 9 Ralphie Parker (A Christmas Story)
- Ralphie is a great Christmas character in which all he wants is to get a Red Ryder BB gun. Ralphie is so liked for his role in the movie since he is both humorous and heartwarming. Ralphie’s persistence, imagination, and the eventual fulfillment of his Christmas wish capture the magic of the season.
No. 8 Ebenezer Scrooge (A Christmas Carol)
- Although it is a hot take, Scrooge is a great Christmas character. In the beginning of the movie, Scrooge is a miserable, cold-hearted man. As the movie continues he makes a journey through the visits from the ghosts represents the potential for change. His character teaches the importance of kindness, family, and self-reflection, making his story one of hope and the power of second chances, especially relevant during the holiday season.
No. 7 Frosty (Frosty the Snowman)
- Frosty is a character created by school children. By coming to life, he brings the kids so much joey as he exclaims “Happy Birthday!” He gives us hope for magic and brings life to the season, showing how magical it is.
No. 6 Rudolph (Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer)
- Rudolph is a great character who is made fun of because of his big red nose, which everyone is scared of just because he is different. He is the leader of Santa’s sleigh, and he helps him see that Santa would never be able to fly without him. Rudolph is a Christmas classic that every kid will watch at some point in their lifetime.
No. 5 The Grinch (How the Grinch Stole Christmas)
- The Grinch is a grouchy character who despises the festive joy of the holiday season. Living atop Mount Crumpit, he devises a plan to steal Christmas from the cheerful Whos in Whoville. However, his heart warms and grows when he learns the true spirit of Christmas is about love and togetherness, not material gifts.
No. 4 Clark Griswold (Christmas Vacation)
- Clark Griswold may be one of the most underrated Christmas movie characters. He is an enthusiastic family man, determined to create the perfect Christmas experience for his loved ones. However, his plans for an idyllic holiday spiral into chaotic and comedic disasters, from a malfunctioning Christmas light display to an uninvited, quirky extended family.
No. 3 Santa (The Santa Claus Movie)
- Santa Claus, from The Santa Claus movie, begins as Scott Calvin, an ordinary man who reluctantly takes on the role after a magical accident. Over time, he transforms into a kind, thoughtful, and jolly Santa, embracing the magic of Christmas and the joy it brings to children. His story is filled with humor, heartwarming moments, and lessons about family, responsibility, and believing in the impossible.
No. 2 Kevin McCallister (Home Alone)
- Kevin is an 8-year-old menace who had to defend his own house when he was accidentally left alone for Christmas. He had an endless imagination to come up with great plans to keep them out of his house. This will leave you to believe that Kevin is the best 8-year-old of all time.
No. 1 Buddy the Elf (Elf)
- A Christmas icon that will always be popular, Buddy the Elf was adopted by Santa when he was a baby. He is a special character that explores New York City to find his dad. After this movie, Buddy will be your favorite Christmas character of all time since he knows how to spread the holiday cheer the right way and bring loved ones together.
