Als je genoten hebt van de hilarische chaos in 'Versprochen ist versprochen' (1996), waarin Arnold Schwarzenegger als vader op een waanzinnige zoektocht gaat naar het perfecte kerstcadeau, dan vind je deze 10 films en series vast ook geweldig. Dit artikel helpt je om vergelijkbare feelgood-avonturen te ontdekken die perfect zijn voor de feestdagen of gewoon voor een vrolijke filmavond.

A Christmas Story (1983)
Beschreibung: A nostalgic holiday comedy that revolves around a young boy's Christmas wishes and the humorous, sometimes chaotic, family dynamics that ensue.
Fakt: The iconic leg lamp was inspired by a real-life item from the 1940s. The film's narration is provided by author Jean Shepherd, who wrote the original story.


Home Alone (1990)
Beschreibung: A family comedy set during the Christmas season, featuring chaotic and humorous situations that arise from misunderstandings and mishaps.
Fakt: The film's iconic booby traps were inspired by classic cartoons like Looney Tunes. It became the highest-grossing live-action comedy for over two decades.


Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
Beschreibung: A heartwarming story that blends courtroom drama with Christmas magic, emphasizing the importance of belief and kindness during the holiday season.
Fakt: The film is a remake of the 1947 classic and was shot in the same locations in New York City. It features a young Mara Wilson, fresh from her success in 'Mrs. Doubtfire.'


The Santa Clause (1994)
Beschreibung: A festive family film that explores the idea of an ordinary person unexpectedly taking on the role of Santa Claus, filled with humor and holiday spirit.
Fakt: The film's title is a pun on the legal term 'Santa Clause,' playing on the idea of a contractual obligation. It spawned two sequels.


Elf (2003)
Beschreibung: A heartwarming holiday comedy that blends humor with themes of family, belief, and the magic of Christmas, often through exaggerated and whimsical scenarios.
Fakt: The movie's script was included in the 'Black List,' an annual survey of the most-liked unproduced screenplays in Hollywood. The iconic spaghetti scene was improvised.


The Polar Express (2004)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning animated film that captures the wonder and magic of Christmas through a child's journey to the North Pole, filled with adventure and belief.
Fakt: The film was one of the first to use motion-capture technology for all its characters. Tom Hanks performed multiple roles, including the train conductor and Santa Claus.


The Holiday (2006)
Beschreibung: A romantic comedy set during the Christmas season, featuring heartwarming stories of love and self-discovery, intertwined with festive cheer.
Fakt: The film's English cottage was built specifically for the movie and later sold as a real home. It features a cameo by Dustin Hoffman as a film producer.


Fred Claus (2007)
Beschreibung: A holiday comedy that delves into sibling rivalry and redemption, set against the backdrop of Christmas preparations and Santa's workshop.
Fakt: The movie features a cameo by the band My Chemical Romance performing in Santa's workshop. It was one of the first films to depict Santa's family dynamics in depth.


Arthur Christmas (2011)
Beschreibung: An animated holiday adventure that combines high-tech Santa operations with old-fashioned Christmas spirit, delivering laughs and heartfelt moments.
Fakt: The film was produced by Aardman Animations, known for 'Wallace & Gromit.' It features a unique take on Santa's sleigh, which is depicted as a high-tech spaceship.


The Grinch (2018)
Beschreibung: A visually vibrant adaptation of a classic Christmas tale, focusing on themes of redemption and the true meaning of the holiday, wrapped in humor and heart.
Fakt: The Grinch's fur was animated using over 500,000 individual strands of CGI hair. The film's soundtrack features Tyler, the Creator's modern take on the classic 'You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.'
