15 Movies Like The Christmas Star

Loved The Christmas Star? 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.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas
#1

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart...

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

Ella Enchanted
#2

Ella Enchanted

Ella lives in a magical world in which each child, at the moment of their birth, is given a virtuous "gift" from a fairy godmother. Ella's so-called gift, however, is obedience. This birthright proves itself to be quite the curse once Ella finds herself in the hands of several unscrupulous characters whom she quite literally cannot disobey. Determined to gain control of her life and decisions, Ella sets off on a journey to find her fairy godmother who she hopes will lift the curse. The path, however, isn't easy -- Ella must outwit a slew of unpleasant obstacles including ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, elves and Prince Charmont's evil uncle, who wants to take over the crown and rule the kingdom.

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

Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas
#3

Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas

Astonished to find the Beast has a deep-seated hatred for the Christmas season, Belle endeavors to change his mind on the matter.

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

The Legend of Ochi
#4

The Legend of Ochi

In a remote village on the island of Carpathia, a shy farm girl named Yuri is raised to fear an elusive animal species known as ochi. But when Yuri discovers a wounded baby ochi has been left behind, she escapes on a quest to bring him home.

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

Pan
#5

Pan

Living a bleak existence at a London orphanage, 12-year-old Peter finds himself whisked away to the fantastical world of Neverland. Adventure awaits as he meets new friend James Hook and the warrior Tiger Lily. They must band together to save Neverland from the ruthless pirate Blackbeard. Along the way, the rebellious and mischievous boy discovers his true destiny, becoming the hero forever known as Peter Pan.

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

The Creation of the World
#6

The Creation of the World

La Création du Monde is among the first animated feature films made in France. But to be exact, the film was animated in Czechia and directed by Eduard Hofman. It is adapted from a series of five books by Jean Effel, a French caricaturist and illustrator. The visual style is adapted from his drawings. The film is a comedy about the creation of the universe in six days, with the devil messing around and contributing in his own way.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to The Christmas Star.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
#7

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms

When Clara’s mother leaves her a mysterious gift, she embarks on a journey to four secret realms—where she discovers her greatest strength could change the world.

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

A Tooth Fairy Tale
#8

A Tooth Fairy Tale

Van, the brave son of a tooth fairy leader, meets the goblins girl Gemma on his first mission. Despite the myths about ancient disputes between fairies and goblins, they share common values. When the greedy Spider Queen threatens both tribes, they must work together.

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

Candy Cane Lane
#9

Candy Cane Lane

A man, determined to win the neighborhood's annual Christmas decorating contest, makes a pact with an elf to help him win. However, the elf casts a spell bringing the twelve days of Christmas to life, bringing chaos to the small, unsuspecting town.

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

The Santa Clause 2
#10

The Santa Clause 2

Better watch out! The big guy in red is coming to town once again. This time, Scott Calvin -- also known as Santa Claus -- finds out there's an obscure clause in his contract requiring him to take on a wife. He has to leave the North Pole to fulfill his obligations, or else he'll be forced to give up his Yuletide gig.

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

Godmothered
#11

Godmothered

A young and unskilled fairy godmother that ventures out on her own to prove her worth by tracking down a young girl whose request for help was ignored. What she discovers is that the girl has now become a grown woman in need of something very different than a "prince charming."

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

Even Mice Belong in Heaven
#12

Even Mice Belong in Heaven

Whizzy is a little mouse, Whitebelly is a fox. They are naturally mortal enemies. One day, after an unfortunate accident, both meet in animal heaven. Together, they will embark on a fantastic journey and discover friendship can overcome everything.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to The Christmas Star.

Club of the Discarded
#13

Club of the Discarded

Laid-off old mannequins spend their cracked and broken lives in an old, abandoned warehouse. New mannequins are brought to the warehouse. They are old as well, but from a younger generation. The two groups must live together, but it's not easy at all.

💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to The Christmas Star.

Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups
#14

Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups

When Mrs. Claus travels to Pineville, the merriest place on the planet, a quartet of magical puppies stow away on her sled, granting joyful wishes to the town's boys and girls. However, something goes terribly wrong - the Christmas spirit begins to disappear. Now, the Santa Pups and Mrs. Claus must race to save Christmas magic from running out for all.

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

Happily Ever After
#15

Happily Ever After

In the aftermath of her more famous adventure, Snow White must team up with the dwarves' seven female cousins to battle the late Evil Queen's warlock brother and rescue the captured Prince.

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