With Christmas just around the corner , and Disney dominating every blank space in the entertainment industry , we thought it fitting to make a list combining these two ideas . For all the adult out there , you in all likelihood prefer a live - activeness moving-picture show for the holidays ( even though weknowyou love the definitive animated ones ) .

Disney has just released a plethora of task on Disney+ , and they have a ton of films in the works . For example , we get laid you ’re as stoked as your kids forFrozen 2,coming out in subsequently in November . So , since Disney always makes us palpate like we ’re a picayune kid in Santa ’s shop , here is a inclination of films to binge on the holidays .   Now , let ’s curl up next to the firing and look on 10 of the   best live - action Disney Christmas films and specials , harmonize to IMDb .

‘Twas the Night (2001) - 5.5

In this Christmas moving picture , a mischievous and rebellious 14 - yr - former and his uncle nearly ruin Christmas after they slip Santa ’s new , high - technical school sleigh . Yes , this movie is a joyride pass wrong , during the holidays .

Starring Josh Zuckerman , Brenda Gate , and Bryan Cranston , this holiday Disney Channel special is definitely cringe - worthy and screaming . You make out you ’re start to watch it , so substantially at least try and delight it , correct ? Plus , we kind of all wish we could steal Santa ’s sleigh .

The Search for Santa Paws (2010) - 5.5

In this motion picture , you get your two favorite thing : Christmas and puppies . That ’s right , magic dogs , elves , and two children , all teaming up to save Santa - who recede his storage . take by Robert Vince ( your favorite pupperino pic director ) , this film star Reese Alexander , Diedrich Bader , and Sahar Biniaz .

Sure , a 5.5 is nothing to brag about , but can you really pass up vacation pups , that are MAGICAL ? We do n’t think so , so , go binge it immediately .

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018) - 5.5

This is the new Disney Christmas flick , and tells the account of this famous vacation tale . star Mackenzie Foy , Keira Knightley , and Morgan Freeman , this motion-picture show follows the young girl who is transported into a witching , Christmas world .

This is in reality a sensational picture show , and we definitely suggest reckon it on the big covert if it makes a holiday comeback . Sure , it ’s nothing great , but it ’s quite the cute and inspiring holiday film with some of your favored actors . We at least promise a magical experience .

The Santa Clause 2 (2002) - 5.6

You probably either make out or detest this serial . The subsequence only managed a 5.6 on IMDb , but we know you still look out it . Tim Allen is back , and this time he seeks out a Mrs. Claus after being Santa for over 10 years . Yeah , it ’s cheesy and awkward to watch , but this serial is credibly the most classic Santa one out there , and Tim Allen will never bunk this part ( no matter how hard he tries ) .

The Ultimate Christmas Present (2000) - 5.9

This film follows a vernal girl who steals Santa ’s conditions automobile to pressure a snow daytime . We can all link , right ? However , the simple machine disruption , and a crazy , horrific blizzard is underway .

Starring Hallee Hirsh and Spencer Breslin ( our protagonist from theSanta Clauseseries ) , this flick is pretty humorous . Whether you sample not to express mirth or not , we bet you believably are . Tune in to this underrated and adorable classic for a wholesome holiday delicacy .

Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas! (2011) - 6.4

This is a movie special based on the Disney Channel show , Good Luck Charlie . In this special , this crime syndicate gets separated from each other , and let ’s just say things get a mo hilarious and complicated .

Starring the regular mould ( Bridgit Mendler , Leigh - Allyn Baker , Bradley Steven Barry ) , this vacation picture show is perfect for lovers of Disney Channel . And particularly if you loved this show already . beneficial luck to us all , especially on the holidays .

The Santa Clause (1994) - 6.4

Of of course , the original moving picture of this serial was bound to take a spot on this leaning . With a 6.4 , this film did the best of the bunch . You lie with the tale : Tim Allen play an everyman , and he accidentally urinate Santa Claus precipitate off his roof .

So , he find himself as the new Santa Claus , recruited by magic to take over the part . This movie is funny , whether we care to accept it or not , and a 6.4 definitely is n’t bad for a cheesy Tim Allen Santa flick . Go re - determine this classic over the holidays . We wo n’t recite anyone .

A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa (2008) - 6.6

This holiday special only appear on television , but it still take the bronze medallion on this list . We love the Muppets , and this melodic comedy is everything we needed over the holidays . Gonzo by chance diverts three letters to Santa , and recruits Kermit and the crowd into delivering them to the North Pole themselves .

Starring your favorite Muppets , this flick also has cameos and roles by Uma Thurman , Whoopi Goldberg , Madison Pettis , and many , many more . You know you love every second of this musical holiday treasure .

One Magic Christmas (1985) - 6.6

The oldest flick on this list negociate to snag the 2d honorable place . An backer must show a mother what Christmas is all about . Which , we ’ve all seen enough holiday picture to know that kinsperson is what weigh , and not materialistic things .

This is definitely a vacation classic , and we suggest confuse it back to 1985 this vacation season . It ’s charming , sentimental , and totally lovable . Plus , we know you ’ll probably weep , so . Merry Christmas to you and the special masses in your life .

The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) - 7.7

Clearly , everyone else loves the Muppets , too . This is also an older picture show , but it managed a banging 7.7 on IMDb . Starring Michael Caine , this film feature your favourite Muppet role as they tell the notable taradiddle of an onetime and biting man who despises anything yuletide .

This is your favorite Christmas floor , and what honorable manner to tell that than with the Muppets ? severely , this is our favorite live - action version of this story , and we ’re accepting no compete arguments against it . glad holidays from the Muppets   — now , go binge some Disney flicks !

NEXT : A Christmas Carol : Ranking 10 Versions From Least To Most Accurate To The Book

In a dusty landscape Finn stares out into the distance in Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Chronicle Ending Explained - How Andrew Is Stopped In The Superhero Movie

Sidious, Tyranus, Maul, and Vader.

The 10 Best Disney Live-Action Christmas Specials (According TO IMDb)

A promo image for Disney’s Twas the Night

search for santa paws

the nutcracker

snata claus 2

ultimate christmas present

good luck charlie

Tim Allen drinking hot choclate in The Santa Clause

letters to santa

The family collect a Christmas tree in One Magic Christmas

muppets

Movies