15 Movies Like Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever

Loved Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever? Based on its unique Cinema DNA—including its pacing, themes, and emotional tone—we've curated the ultimate list of what you should watch next.

14 and Under
#1

14 and Under

This episodic film is a close relative of Wolf Hartwig's schoolgirl report movies, made by the same people, in a similar style, around similar topics. However, this one specifically focuses on the coming-of-age aspects, to an extent that it also touches on delicate issues such as paedophilia.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Heidi
#2

Heidi

Heidi, is an eight-year-old Swiss orphan who is given by her aunt to her mountain-dwelling grandfather. She is then stolen back by her aunt from her grandfather to live in the wealthy Sesemann household in Frankfurt, Germany as a companion to Klara, a sheltered, disabled girl in a wheelchair. Heidi is unhappy but makes the best of the situation, always longing for her grandfather.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Self Service Girls
#3

Self Service Girls

A series of vignettes depict different sexual fantasies.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Shrek the Halls
#4

Shrek the Halls

The Christmas tree isn't the only thing green in this new holiday classic. Shrek is back and trying to get into the spirit of the season. After promising Fiona and the kids a Christmas they'll remember, he is forced to take a crash course in the holiday. But just when he thinks he has everything for their quiet family Christmas just right, there is a knock at the door.

💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

The Addams Family
#5

The Addams Family

The Addams family's lives begin to unravel when they face-off against a treacherous, greedy crafty reality-TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration.

💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Siegfried
#6

Siegfried

The tale of Siegfried, a fearless dragon slayer who wins the heart of Celtic beauty Kriemhild.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

The NeverEnding Story
#7

The NeverEnding Story

While hiding from bullies in his school's attic, a young boy discovers the extraordinary land of Fantasia, through a magical book called The Neverending Story. The book tells the tale of Atreyu, a young warrior who, with the help of a luck dragon named Falkor, must save Fantasia from the destruction of The Nothing.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Woodwalkers 2
#8

Woodwalkers 2

For shapeshifter Carag and his friends Brandon, Holly, and Lou, a new school year begins at Clearwater High. But first, the Woodwalker Council must decide whether Carag's mentor and patron of the school, Andrew Milling, is guilty of attacking humans. Carag is in a dilemma: he wants to put a stop to Milling's actions, but Milling promises to take him to his true puma family if he covers for him before the council.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Woodwalkers
#9

Woodwalkers

Humans who can shapeshift into animals struggle to integrate with others without revealing their special abilities. As a group, they strive to inform and institute change in the perspective of deforestation and the importance of natural habitats. However, when that cannot happen, they're forced to take matters into their own hands.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

10 Lives
#10

10 Lives

A pampered cat takes for granted the lucky hand he has been dealt after he is rescued and loved by Rose, a kind-hearted and passionate student. When he loses his ninth life, fate steps in to set him on a transformative journey.

💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

That Christmas
#11

That Christmas

It's an unforgettable Christmas for the townsfolk of Wellington-on-Sea when the worst snowstorm in history alters everyone's plans — including Santa's.

💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Grand Prix of Europe
#12

Grand Prix of Europe

Edda, a young mouse and the daughter of fairground operator Erwin, dreams of becoming a race car driver. Ahead of the 50th anniversary of the European Grand Prix, Edda gets the opportunity to meet her idol, racing star Ed, and to help her father save his failing business. But to do so, she'll have to get behind the wheel herself.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Eat Pray Bark
#13

Eat Pray Bark

In this tumultuous comedy, five eccentric dog owners seek help in dealing with their four-legged friends. Their last hope: an intensive course with the charismatic and legendary dog trainer Nodon in the Tyrolean mountains.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Good Bye, Lenin!
#14

Good Bye, Lenin!

Alex Kerner's mother was in a coma while the Berlin wall fell. When she wakes up he must try to keep her from learning what happened (as she was an avid communist supporter) to avoid shocking her which could lead to another heart attack.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.

Pooh's Heffalump Movie
#15

Pooh's Heffalump Movie

Who or what exactly is a Heffalump? The lovable residents of the Hundred Acre Wood -- Winnie the Pooh, Rabbit, Tigger, Eeyore, Kanga and the rest of the pack -- embark on a journey of discovery in search of the elusive Heffalump. But as is always the case, this unusual road trip opens their eyes to so much more than just the creature they're seeking.

💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Pettson and Findus: The Best Christmas Ever.