There’s a w-ho-ho-hole selection of festive treats available throughout December for all the family, from rom-coms to children’s favourites and beyond.
New titles may pop up throughout the month so be sure to check back to see what’s been added. And don’t forget, you can also watch classic Christmas episodes of your favourite shows on BBC iPlayer too.
Here’s just a selection of the Christmas films you can find on BBC iPlayer this December.
Christmas movies on BBC iPlayer
Last Christmas
Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding sit on a bench, side by side
Aspiring singer Kate works as an elf at a year-round Christmas shop in Covent Garden and is sofa-surfing rather than facing her overpowering Croatian mother. After an unsuccessful audition, she meets Tom, a young man who charms her with his unusual observations. Tom begins to have a life-changing influence over Kate’s cynical attitude to the world. Festive romance with Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding.
Nativity!
Martin Freeman and Ashley Jensen stand outside a house decorated for Christmas in Nativity!
Paul Maddens is charged with the biggest challenge of his life – mounting his primary school’s musical version of the Nativity. Competing against the posh neighbouring school for the honour of the best-reviewed show in town, the stakes are raised when Paul idly boasts that his ex-girlfriend Jennifer, a Hollywood producer, is coming to see his show with a view to turning it into a film. The only trouble is – they haven’t spoken in years… Festive comedy starring Martin Freeman, and Ashley Jensen.
Lost at Christmas
Natalie Clark and Kenny Boyle are pictured against the backdrop of a snowy Scottish glen
Two strangers become stranded in the Scottish Highlands and decide to team up in order to get home for Christmas.
Christmas Rom Coms on BBC iPlayer
Images of the lead characters of Baking All The Way, Heart of the Holidays and Falling In Love at Christmas
If you’re seeking festive romance there’s a whole collection of movies just for you on BBC iPlayer.
Christmas in Toyland
Data analyst Charlie is sent by her boss at the Big Teddy Toyland company to examine first-hand why one of their stores is kicking the downward sales trend. At store 24 in New Jersey, she meets manager Grant, who has a contempt for corporate life and tries to retain the spirit of his grandfather, who also ran a toy store.
Baking All The Way
Accomplished restaurateur and cookery book author Julie Wilson, from Chicago, is about to publish her new Christmas-themed curated recipe book when she finds herself in Wisconsin, attempting to wrangle a gingerbread recipe from widower Kris Thompson, the owner of bakery store The Homestead.
Heart of the Holidays
Fixing up Christmas
Party planner Holly must persuade architect Theo that a festive event will build his business, while he thinks a digital presentation is enough to win the commercial contract he is after.
A Christmas to Savour
Ambitious chef and restaurant owner Scarlett is set in her ways and dismisses her co-owner’s suggestion to make her menus more seasonal for the Christmas period. When she is persuaded to go on a holiday cooking getaway, she is reunited with a rival chef from her past, who along with his students offers some lessons in life.
Dancing Through Christmas
When widower Michael meets Olivia, his daughter’s dance teacher, a flame is sparked in the firefighter’s heart. However, young Lily’s jealousy and Olivia’s clouded outlook seem to extinguish any hope of romance.
Falling in Love at Christmas
Miranda, a tech guru, has developed an app to help Christmas shoppers select the perfect gift for their loved ones. At a Christmas party, she is noticed by a mysterious Santa who seems to be on her wavelength, but they are parted before they can exchange numbers. Meanwhile, she is disappointed to learn that her app has been sold to another company and that they are merging with their greatest rivals.
Christmas a La Carte
When food correspondent Carly gets a shot at her own show, she is sent to Angel Heights to help Grant open his diner and film it as a holiday special for her TV show. But will Grant and Carly also open their hearts?
