Christmas Episodes
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1.
The Ghost & Mrs. Muir (1968–1970)
Episode:
The Ghost of Christmas Past
(1969)
TV-PG | 26 min | Comedy, Fantasy
Each of those living at Gull Cottage has their own special Christmas dream thanks to the Captain. In Mrs. Muir's dream the Captain and her confess their love to each other and exchange a kiss.
Director: Jay Sandrich | Stars: Hope Lange, Edward Mulhare, Reta Shaw, Charles Nelson Reilly
Votes: 49
2.
Married... with Children (1987–1997)
Episode:
You Better Watch Out
(1987)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
The Bundys' Christmas is rudely interrupted when a parachuting mall Santa crash-lands into their backyard, attracting the neighborhood kids.
Director: Linda Day | Stars: Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, David Garrison, Amanda Bearse
Votes: 848
3.
Friends (1994–2004)
Episode:
The One with the Holiday Armadillo
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
Ross wants to introduce Ben to Hanukkah. In order to entice Rachel to move back into their refurbished apartment, Phoebe must drive a wedge between Rachel and current roomie Joey.
Director: Gary Halvorson | Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc
Votes: 4,903
4.
Grey's Anatomy (2005– )
Episode:
Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer
(2005)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance
Christmas hits Seattle, with Izzie caring for a man who fell from his roof while hanging decorations. Meanwhile, Cristina helps perform a heart transplant on a depressed boy, and George has to contend with the family from Hell.
Director: Peter Horton | Stars: Ellen Pompeo, Sandra Oh, Katherine Heigl, Justin Chambers
Votes: 1,429
5.
House M.D. (2004–2012)
Episode:
Joy to the World
(2008)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Mystery
A teenager collapses on stage, and the outcome will lead to a surprise for Cuddy. Wilson convinces House to be nice to his patients during the holidays. Foreman and Thirteen have issues when a trial patient drops from the program.
Director: David Straiton | Stars: Hugh Laurie, Lisa Edelstein, Omar Epps, Robert Sean Leonard
Votes: 2,746
6.
How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014)
Episode:
How Lily Stole Christmas
(2006)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Lily takes away her Christmas display after she finds out that Ted called her a bad name while she was broken up with Marshall, and Barney is too sick for his Christmas plans.
Director: Pamela Fryman | Stars: Josh Radnor, Jason Segel, Cobie Smulders, Neil Patrick Harris
Votes: 3,972
7.
Psych (2006–2014)
Episode:
Christmas Joy
(2008)
TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Crime, Mystery
A little girl asks Shawn and Gus to help get Santa out of jail. They get Santa out, then realize Santa and the girl are con men planning a big heist. Gus's sister Joy is in town, and she wants to see Shawn romantically again.
Director: John Landis | Stars: James Roday Rodriguez, Dulé Hill, Timothy Omundson, Maggie Lawson
Votes: 1,002
8.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries (2012–2015)
Episode:
Murder Under the Mistletoe
(2013)
TV-PG | 54 min | Crime, Drama, History
Phryne's Christmas in July turns deadly when trapped inhabitants at a snowed-in mountain lodge find themselves being killed off according to the song The Twelve Days of Christmas.
Director: Tony Tilse | Stars: Essie Davis, Nathan Page, Hugo Johnstone-Burt, Ashleigh Cummings
Votes: 474
9.
Murdoch Mysteries (2008– )
Episode:
A Merry Murdoch Christmas
(2015)
TV-PG | 85 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
While investigating the murder of a rich benefactor and the theft of children's presents at a Christmas charity pageant, Murdoch discovers suggestions that a Christmas monster, a Krampus, may be involved.
Director: Michael McGowan | Stars: Yannick Bisson, Thomas Craig, Helene Joy, Jonny Harris
Votes: 393
10. A Heartland Christmas (2010 TV Movie)
PG | 90 min | Family
Christmas comes to Heartland, along with an anonymous call about starving horses stranded by an avalanche in the Rocky Mountains, which send Amy and Ty to their rescue.
Director: Dean Bennett | Stars: Amber Marshall, Michelle Morgan, Graham Wardle, Chris Potter
Votes: 1,148
11.
Home Improvement (1991–1999)
Episode:
Yule Better Watch Out
(1991)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family
On "Tool Time": Tim gives a Yuletime tip - never plug in a frayed wire - and grunts "Jingle Bells". He also demonstrates his great invention, a rotating Christmas tree, with the usual ... See full summary »
Director: John Pasquin | Stars: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Earl Hindman, Taran Noah Smith
Votes: 374
12.
Last Man Standing (2011–2021)
Episode:
Last Christmas Standing
(2011)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
Mike's Christmas spirit gets dampened when Ryan (Nick Jonas), the father of Kristen's baby, unexpectedly comes back to town after a long absence. Kristin's boyfriend, Kyle, also doesn't ... See full summary »
Director: John Pasquin | Stars: Tim Allen, Nancy Travis, Alexandra Krosney, Molly Ephraim
Votes: 434
13.
Glee (2009–2015)
Episode:
A Very Glee Christmas
(2010)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
Finn tries to get everyone at McKinley High into the holiday spirit. Sue paints herself up as the Grinch to steal back presents.
Director: Alfonso Gomez-Rejon | Stars: Dianna Agron, Chris Colfer, Jessalyn Gilsig, Jane Lynch
Votes: 1,510
14.
Pretty Little Liars (2010–2017)
Episode:
How the 'A' Stole Christmas
(2014)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance
It is Christmas time and all of the liars are planning on having a great time at the Ice ball, but 'A' has other plans.
Director: I. Marlene King | Stars: Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Tyler Blackburn, Lucy Hale
Votes: 797
15.
Full House (1987–1995)
Episode:
Our Very First Christmas Show
(1988)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The family gets snowed in at an airport on Christmas Eve. Meanwhle, Stephanie worries that Santa won't be able to find her.
Director: John Bowab | Stars: John Stamos, Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Candace Cameron Bure
Votes: 377
16.
Bewitched (1964–1972)
Episode:
A Vision of Sugar Plums
(1964)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
When an orphan visits the Stevens' for Christmas who doesn't believe in Santa Claus, Samantha takes him to the North Pole to visit the man himself.
Director: Alan Rafkin | Stars: Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, Agnes Moorehead, Alice Pearce
Votes: 487
17.
The Brady Bunch (1969–1974)
Episode:
The Voice of Christmas
(1969)
Not Rated | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Carol has laryngitis and will not be able to sing at church on Christmas Day, but a department store Santa Claus promises Cindy that she will get her voice back in time.
Director: Oscar Rudolph | Stars: Robert Reed, Florence Henderson, Ann B. Davis, Maureen McCormick
Votes: 293
18.
Three's Company (1976–1984)
Episode:
Three's Christmas
(1977)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
After the roommates are not invited to a big Christmas party, they decide to go to a get together at the Ropers place.
Director: Bill Hobin | Stars: John Ritter, Joyce DeWitt, Suzanne Somers, Audra Lindley
Votes: 216
19.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013–2021)
Episode:
Yippie Kayak
(2015)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Crime
Jake, Charles and Gina get into trouble while doing last-minute Christmas shopping, Terry tries to make it through the holidays without a call from the precinct, and Amy takes part in a "Polar Swim" with Holt and Diaz.
Director: Rebecca Asher | Stars: Andy Samberg, Stephanie Beatriz, Terry Crews, Melissa Fumero
Votes: 3,504
20.
I Love Lucy (1951–1957)
Episode:
The I Love Lucy Christmas Show
(1956)
TV-Y | 26 min | Comedy, Family
On Christmas Eve, the Ricardos and the Mertzes recall past events in their lives, as seen in clips from past episodes.
Directors: James V. Kern, William Asher | Stars: Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, William Frawley
Votes: 558
21.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Santa in the Slush
(2007)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Brennan and Booth investigate the death of a Santa as Bones tries to give her father the Christmas he's always dreamed of, and Booth comes to terms with not spending the holiday with Parker.
Director: Jeff Woolnough | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Eric Millegan
Votes: 1,319
22.
Castle (2009–2016)
Episode:
Secret Santa
(2012)
TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
A man dressed as Santa falls from the sky while Castle and Beckett prepare for their first Christmas as a couple.
Director: Paul Holahan | Stars: Nathan Fillion, Stana Katic, Susan Sullivan, Jon Huertas
Votes: 1,255
23.
Raising Hope (2010–2014)
Episode:
It's a Hopeful Life
(2011)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Family
A remarkably recognizable movie forces the Chances to have a look at their own family life. For Jimmy, Maw-Maw's spirit takes him on a frightening journey to an alternative future, if he ... See full summary »
Director: Tucker Gates | Stars: Lucas Neff, Martha Plimpton, Garret Dillahunt, Shannon Woodward
Votes: 390
24.
The Golden Girls (1985–1992)
Episode:
'Twas the Nightmare Before Christmas
(1986)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
The girls all plan to visit their respective families for Christmas, but their plans are ruined when they are held hostage by a man dressed as Santa Claus at the Grief Counseling Center.
Director: Terry Hughes | Stars: Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty
Votes: 586
25.
ALF (1986–1990)
Episode:
ALF's Special Christmas: Part 1
(1987)
TV-G | 48 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
The Tanners decide to spend Christmas in a cabin in the woods but ALF soon gets lost.
Director: Burt Brinckerhoff | Stars: Max Wright, Anne Schedeen, Andrea Elson, Benji Gregory
Votes: 541
26.
ALF (1986–1990)
Episode:
ALF's Special Christmas: Part 2
(1987)
TV-G | 21 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
ALF is still in the hospital with Tiffany and Mr. Foley. He convinces Tiffany to help him get back to the Tanners, but changes his mind when he hears about Tiffany's condition.
Director: Burt Brinckerhoff | Stars: Max Wright, Anne Schedeen, Andrea Elson, Benji Gregory
Votes: 457
27.
The Mindy Project (2012–2017)
Episode:
Christmas Party Sex Trap
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy
Mindy plans a Christmas party for the entire building so she can spend more time with Cliff, however, Brendan's date Maria Menounos steals Mindy's thunder by performing a seductive "Santa Baby" dance for the party guests.
Director: Michael Spiller | Stars: Mindy Kaling, Chris Messina, Ed Weeks, Ike Barinholtz
Votes: 404
28.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
Christmas Party
(2005)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy
Seeing the party is headed for disastrous boredom, Michael breaks corporate policy to buy alcohol for the staff.
Director: Charles McDougall | Stars: Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer
Votes: 7,705
29.
The Waltons (1972–1981)
Episode:
The Best Christmas
(1976)
TV-G | 60 min | Drama, Family, Romance
Olivia wants this Christmas to be the best ever. Everything seems to happen to prevent this.
Director: Lawrence Dobkin | Stars: Richard Thomas, Ralph Waite, Michael Learned, Ellen Corby
Votes: 172
30.
Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983)
Episode:
Christmas at Plum Creek
(1974)
TV-PG | 50 min | Drama, Family, Romance
Christmas is coming and everyone is saying that it is a time for secrets and not to ask questions. Laura wants to buy something expensive for her mother and has to come up with a way to pay... See full summary »
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Melissa Sue Anderson
Votes: 449
31.
Murder, She Wrote (1984–1996)
Episode:
A Christmas Secret
(1992)
TV-PG | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The future son-in-law of a prominent Cabot Cove family is suspected in a shooting.
Director: Anthony Pullen Shaw | Stars: Angela Lansbury, Diane Baker, Corinne Bohrer, Amy Brenneman
Votes: 378
32.
Wings (1990–1997)
Episode:
A Terminal Christmas
(1990)
TV-PG | Comedy, Drama
After everybody's holiday plans fall through, they decide to surprise Faye at her Christmas party. When they arrive, they discover she'd lied about her plans and find her all alone.
Director: Noam Pitlik | Stars: Tim Daly, Steven Weber, Crystal Bernard, Thomas Haden Church
Votes: 128
33.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
Christmas at Downton Abbey
(2011)
TV-14 | 93 min | Drama, Romance
Christmas 1919. Downton Abbey is hosting a lavish Christmas party, yet despite being the season of goodwill, tensions are rife and Bates' arrest has cast a shadow over the festivities.
Director: Brian Percival | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Brendan Coyle
Votes: 2,882
34.
The Nanny (1993–1999)
Episode:
Christmas Episode
(1993)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Romance
Much to his children's disappointment as well as Fran's, Maxwell has to be in Washington, D.C. on Christmas day. Meanwhile, Fran has overextended herself in buying gifts.
Director: Lee Shallat Chemel | Stars: Fran Drescher, Charles Shaughnessy, Daniel Davis, Lauren Lane
Votes: 527
35.
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993–1998)
Episode:
Mike's Dream: A Christmas Tale
(1993)
TV-G | 46 min | Drama, Family, Western
Dr. Mike has an "A Christmas Carol" style dream, where she wonders what her life would have been like if she had not become a doctor.
Director: James Keach | Stars: Jane Seymour, Joe Lando, Chad Allen, Erika Flores
Votes: 155
36.
Grounded for Life (2001–2005)
Episode:
I Saw Daddy Hitting Santa Claus
(2001)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy
Henry is upset because Santa won't be coming. Why? Sean got into a fight with Santa. Why? Something to do with Sean not wanting to buy Henry a certain toy. Why? Something to do with Sean's childhood.
Director: John Blanchard | Stars: Donal Logue, Megyn Price, Kevin Corrigan, Lynsey Bartilson
Votes: 142
37.
That's So Raven (2003–2007)
Episode:
Escape Claus
(2003)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
When Raven has a vision of getting a necklace for Christmas she opens it early and decides to wear it to school. It ends up falling out a window and breaking, thus leaving Chelsea, Eddie, ... See full summary »
Director: Matthew Diamond | Stars: Raven-Symoné, Orlando Brown, Kyle Massey, Anneliese van der Pol
Votes: 122
38.
Kim Possible (2002–2007)
Episode:
A Very Possible Christmas
(2003)
TV-G | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
After receiving what he thinks is the most "badical" Hanukkah gift from Kim during Christmas, Ron offers to return the favor by making his Christmas gift a break from saving the world so ... See full summary »
Director: David Block | Stars: Christy Carlson Romano, Will Friedle, Nancy Cartwright, Tahj Mowry
Votes: 179
39.
Phineas and Ferb (2007–2024)
Episode:
Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation!
(2009)
TV-G | 33 min | Animation, Short, Action
During Christmas vacation, Phineas and Ferb's quest to show gratitude to Santa during Christmas may be doomed for failure, when Dr. Doofenshmirtz uses an invention that puts the entire town of Danville on Santa's naughty list.
Director: Zac Moncrief | Stars: Vincent Martella, Ashley Tisdale, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Caroline Rhea
Votes: 417
40.
6Teen (2004–2010)
Episode:
How the Rent-A-Cop Stole Christmas
(2007)
TV-G | 23 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
It's Christmas. Of course, this means there is mass chaos in the mall, from the top of Toy Mountain (where Jen and Wyatt are collecting gifts for children) - to the bottom of the mall ... See full summary »
Director: Karen Lessman | Stars: Brooke D'Orsay, Terry McGurrin, Megan Fahlenbock, Stacey DePass
Votes: 21
41.
The Magic School Bus (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Family Holiday Special
(1996)
TV-Y | 26 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Ms. Frizzle's class takes a field trip to a recycling plant, where they learn how everyday items are made from recycled trash.
Directors: Charles E. Bastien, Hugh Martin | Stars: Lily Tomlin, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Dolly Parton, Daniel DeSanto
Votes: 77
42. Arthur's Perfect Christmas (2000 TV Movie)
TV-Y | 60 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Arthur, D.W., and their family and friends prepare to make the best Christmas ever in Elwood City - but obstacles get in their way.
Director: Greg Bailey | Stars: Michael Yarmush, Oliver Grainger, Bruce Dinsmore, Daniel Brochu
Votes: 615
43.
Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983)
Episode:
A Christmas They Never Forgot
(1981)
TV-PG | 50 min | Drama, Family, Romance
Snowbound on the Ingalls homestead on Christmas eve, Caroline, Laura and Hester Sue share memories of Christmases past.
Director: Michael Landon | Stars: Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Rachel Lindsay Greenbush
Votes: 345
44.
Mike & Molly (2010–2016)
Episode:
First Christmas
(2010)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Romance
Mike has no idea what to buy Molly for their first Christmas together.
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Billy Gardell, Melissa McCarthy, Reno Wilson, Katy Mixon Greer
Votes: 241
45.
All in the Family (1971–1979)
Episode:
Christmas Day at the Bunkers'
(1971)
TV-PG | 26 min | Comedy, Drama
Archie is depressed at Christmas because his boss canceled his holiday bonus (purportedly for screwing up a work order) and he doesn't know how to break the news to his family.
Director: John Rich | Stars: Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Rob Reiner, Sally Struthers
Votes: 291
46.
Gilmore Girls (2000–2007)
Episode:
Forgiveness and Stuff
(2000)
TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Drama
Richard Gilmore is rushed to hospital after collapsing at the Christmas party. Luke goes with Lorelai to the hospital, where Emily and Rory already are.
Director: Bethany Rooney | Stars: Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena
Votes: 1,151
47.
Remington Steele (1982–1987)
Episode:
Dancer, Prancer, Donner and Steele
(1985)
TV-PG | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
A Christmas party at the office ends up being a hostage situation when some Santas pull a gun. The guests and the Santas are a bit odd.
Director: Christopher Hibler | Stars: Stephanie Zimbalist, Pierce Brosnan, Doris Roberts, Alexandra Borrie
Votes: 93
48.
Murdoch Mysteries (2008– )
Episode:
Once Upon a Murdoch Christmas
(2016)
TV-PG | 90 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Murdoch and Brackenreid investigate a series of brazen robberies targeting Toronto's businessmen just days before Christmas
Director: T.W. Peacocke | Stars: Yannick Bisson, Thomas Craig, Helene Joy, Jonny Harris
Votes: 264
49.
Gossip Girl (2007–2012)
Episode:
Roman Holiday
(2007)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Romance
Blair's father comes home for the holidays with an unexpected guest; Jenny and Vanessa help Serena plan the best Christmas surprise ever for Dan.
Director: Michael Fields | Stars: Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, Chace Crawford
Votes: 1,037
50.
Veronica Mars (2004–2019)
Episode:
An Echolls Family Christmas
(2004)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Veronica investigates missing poker winnings, and Keith is hired by Lynn Echolls to track down one of the potential stalkers of her husband, Aaron.
Director: Nick Marck | Stars: Kristen Bell, Percy Daggs III, Teddy Dunn, Jason Dohring
Votes: 1,199
51.
Everybody Loves Raymond (1996–2005)
Episode:
All I Want for Christmas
(1997)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
On Christmas Day, Ray tries to have sex with Debra.
Director: Jeff Meyer | Stars: Ray Romano, Patricia Heaton, Brad Garrett, Madylin Sweeten
Votes: 508
52.
Two and a Half Men (2003–2015)
Episode:
Santa's Village of the Damned
(2005)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
Alan's girlfriend Sandy is Malibu's answer to Martha Stewart, causing Alan and Charlie to pack on the pounds. Their desire for her fabulous culinary output is ultimately overwhelmed by her craziness.
Director: Rob Schiller | Stars: Charlie Sheen, Jon Cryer, Angus T. Jones, Conchata Ferrell
Votes: 1,582
53.
Fuller House (2016–2020)
Episode:
Oh My Santa
(2018)
TV-G | 26 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
When Max gets a case of the bah-humbugs -- and Tommy has a meltdown at the mall -- DJ does everything she can to get them back in the Christmas spirit.
Director: Richard Correll | Stars: Candace Cameron Bure, Jodie Sweetin, Andrea Barber, Michael Campion
Votes: 295
54.
Lizzie McGuire (2001–2004)
Episode:
Xtreme Xmas
(2002)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Lizzie fervently hopes to win the grand prize in the Christmas parade with her idea for a "Rock & Roll Christmas" float. The rest of the McGuire family are there, and they are charmed by an... See full summary »
Director: Savage Steve Holland | Stars: Hilary Duff, Lalaine, Adam Lamberg, Jake Thomas
Votes: 95
55.
Life in Pieces (2015–2019)
Episode:
The Twelve Shorts of Christmas
(2017)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy
The holiday spirit is alive, well and wildly different for each member of the Short family
Director: Jeffrey Walker | Stars: Colin Hanks, Betsy Brandt, Thomas Sadoski, Zoe Lister-Jones
Votes: 217
56.
Scarecrow and Mrs. King (1983–1987)
Episode:
The Long Christmas Eve
(1983)
TV-PG | 47 min | Adventure, Comedy, Romance
On Christmas Eve, Amanda is asked to pretend to be the long lost daughter of a turncoat to try and convince him to stay with the US. But the man in question is sought by two trained KGB thugs and they get trapped in the turncoat's cabin.
Director: James Frawley | Stars: Kate Jackson, Bruce Boxleitner, Beverly Garland, Mel Stewart
Votes: 95
57.
New Girl (2011–2018)
Episode:
The 23rd
(2011)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
The gang attends Schmidt's holiday office party and Jess frets when she receives an expensive gift from Paul.
Director: Jason Winer | Stars: Zooey Deschanel, Jake Johnson, Max Greenfield, Lamorne Morris
Votes: 1,659
58.
The Fosters (2013–2018)
Episode:
Christmas Past
(2014)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance
Brandon thinks back over Callie and Jude's first Christmas with the Fosters.
Director: Norman Buckley | Stars: Teri Polo, Sherri Saum, Jake T. Austin, Hayden Byerly
Votes: 247
59.
Boy Meets World (1993–2000)
Episode:
Santa's Little Helper
(1993)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Shawn's dad gets laid off right around Christmas, so Cory vows to get Shawn a present for Christmas this year. Santa Claus has a heart attack when Morgan sits on his lap, traumatizing her.
Director: David Trainer | Stars: Ben Savage, William Daniels, Betsy Randle, Will Friedle
Votes: 347
60.
Hot in Cleveland (2010–2015)
Episode:
Cold in Cleveland: The Christmas Episode
(2014)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
Mortified by an old Christmas movie she made, Victoria tries to get the rights from her ex-husband, Ernie Hudson. Melanie and Sally compete over decorations. Joy spends Christmas without her mother but finds an unlikely proxy.
Director: Andy Cadiff | Stars: Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves, Wendie Malick, Betty White
Votes: 118
61.
Who's the Boss? (1984–1992)
Episode:
The Christmas Card
(1986)
Not Rated | 24 min | Comedy, Romance
Tony prepared a wonderful Christmas goose dinner, but Angela accepts to join Geoofrey's family's catered dinner. Geoffrey also scares Tony from giving Angela his hand-made gift by buying ... See full summary »
Director: Asaad Kelada | Stars: Tony Danza, Judith Light, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro
Votes: 87
62.
Dawson's Creek (1998–2003)
Episode:
Merry Mayhem
(2002)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Romance
Dawson goes back to Capeside to celebrate Christmas and brings Natasha and Todd with him where Dawson can't get past the fact that he saw Natasha and Max together, and Todd's drunkenness ... See full summary »
Director: David Petrarca | Stars: James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Michelle Williams, Joshua Jackson
Votes: 244
63.
The West Wing (1999–2006)
Episode:
In Excelsis Deo
(1999)
TV-14 | 45 min | Drama
When a homeless veteran dies on the National Mall and his body remains uncollected for hours, Toby becomes fixated on getting him a proper burial.
Director: Alex Graves | Stars: Rob Lowe, Moira Kelly, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney
Votes: 1,909
64.
The Mentalist (2008–2015)
Episode:
Jolly Red Elf
(2010)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
While CBI investigates the death of a Santa, Patrick discovers that he is a suspect in the death of a cop killer who was set on fire while in police custody.
Director: John F. Showalter | Stars: Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Owain Yeoman
Votes: 1,296
65.
Frasier (1993–2004)
Episode:
Merry Christmas, Mrs. Moskowitz
(1998)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
A Jewish woman sets Frasier up with her daughter because she thinks he's Jewish as well.
Director: Kelsey Grammer | Stars: Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, David Hyde Pierce, Peri Gilpin
Votes: 1,209
66.
Victorious (2010–2013)
Episode:
A Christmas Tori
(2011)
TV-G | 24 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The kids build a float and only have a night to drive the float to the parade. The float breaks down in a bad neighbourhood. Can the kids recover?
Director: Steve Hoefer | Stars: Victoria Justice, Leon Thomas III, Matt Bennett, Elizabeth Gillies
Votes: 354
67.
Young & Hungry (2014–2018)
Episode:
Young & Christmas
(2015)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Gabi and Sofia deal with Sofia's guilt over buying an expensive gift while Yolanda tries to figure out if her estranged sister JoJo has shown up to make amends or make trouble.
Director: Katy Garretson | Stars: Emily Osment, Jonathan Sadowski, Aimee Carrero, Kym Whitley
Votes: 128
68.
Seinfeld (1989–1998)
Episode:
The Strike
(1997)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
Jerry goes out with a woman who is beautiful one day and ugly the next. Kramer goes back to work at H&H Bagels. George makes up a charity. Elaine gives a fake number to a man.
Director: Andy Ackerman | Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Richards, Jason Alexander
Votes: 4,326
69.
Sister, Sister (1994–1999)
Episode:
Christmas
(1995)
TV-G | 21 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Tia and Tamera learn that Grandpa is being hounded by a loan shark.
Director: Gary Shimokawa | Stars: Tia Mowry, Tamera Mowry-Housley, Jackée Harry, Marques Houston
Votes: 53
70.
The Suite Life of Zack & Cody (2005–2008)
Episode:
Christmas at the Tipton
(2005)
G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
It's Christmas. Everybody gets snowed in the hotel while a pregnant Mexican woman and her husband stays there. As there is no way for the hotel to receive any oil, Arwin has to do what he can to keep everybody warm.
Director: Richard Correll | Stars: Dylan Sprouse, Cole Sprouse, Brenda Song, Ashley Tisdale
Votes: 198
71.
The Suite Life on Deck (2008–2011)
Episode:
A London Carol
(2010)
TV-G | 23 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
London refuses to help out with a charity event, she is visited by ghosts.
Director: Shelley Jensen | Stars: Dylan Sprouse, Cole Sprouse, Brenda Song, Debby Ryan
Votes: 144
72.
Parks and Recreation (2009–2015)
Episode:
Citizen Knope
(2011)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy
Leslie tries to keep herself busy during her suspension from the department, but gets some bad news about her campaign. Meanwhile, Ben searches for a job in the private sector, and the office makes the perfect Christmas gift for Leslie.
Director: Randall Einhorn | Stars: Amy Poehler, Rashida Jones, Aziz Ansari, Nick Offerman
Votes: 2,417
73.
Popular (1999–2001)
Episode:
Fall on Your Knees
(1999)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama, Romance
"Popular" does Dickens' Christmas Carol. Everyone is invited to Sam and Brooke's first joint annual Christmas party. Carmen breaks her ankle and can't try out for Glamazons. For being a Grinch, Nicole's visited by the ghosts of Christmas.
Director: Elodie Keene | Stars: Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham
Votes: 110
74.
Modern Family (2009–2020)
Episode:
Undeck the Halls
(2009)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Phil and Claire cancel Christmas for their kids until they confess to wrongdoings at the house. Jay is hesitant to celebrate Gloria and Manny's holiday traditions. Mitchell and Cameron take Lily to meet Santa.
Director: Randall Einhorn | Stars: Ed O'Neill, Sofía Vergara, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell
Votes: 3,113
75.
Mom (2013–2021)
Episode:
Higgledy-Piggledy and a Cat Show
(2019)
TV-14 | 20 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Bonnie is forced to relive painful Christmas memories when Christy recounts tales from her childhood to Bonnie's sponsee, Patty.
Director: James Widdoes | Stars: Anna Faris, Allison Janney, Mimi Kennedy, Jaime Pressly
Votes: 340
76.
Mad About You (1992–2019)
Episode:
Met Someone
(1992)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
In a flashback to when Paul and Jamie first met at Christmas 1989, it's revealed that it wasn't love at first sight for them when Paul tries hard to persuade a reluctant, workaholic Jamie ... See full summary »
Director: Barnet Kellman | Stars: Paul Reiser, Helen Hunt, Tommy Hinkley, Anne Ramsay
Votes: 217
77.
Good Luck Charlie (2010–2014)
Episode:
A Duncan Christmas
(2012)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Teddy has been assigned the task of taking Charlie to see Santa.
Director: Bob Koherr | Stars: Bridgit Mendler, Jason Dolley, Bradley Steven Perry, Mia Talerico
Votes: 158
78.
Degrassi High (1987–1991)
Episode:
Season's Greetings
(1988)
TV-14 | 27 min | Drama, Family, Romance
Arthur and Yick have a falling out at Christmas time.
Director: Kit Hood | Stars: Duncan Waugh, Siluck Saysanasy, Annabelle Waugh, Billy Parrott
Votes: 80
79.
Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2015)
Episode:
Holiday: Part 1
(2003)
TV-PG | 46 min | Drama, Romance
The Christmas season brings more than just holiday cheer to Degrassi. Caitlin is confused and lonely when she realizes she still has feelings for Joey, who already has an arrogant new ... See full summary »
Director: Philip Earnshaw | Stars: Stacey Farber, Miriam McDonald, Drake, Shane Kippel
Votes: 248
80.
Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2015)
Episode:
Holiday: Part 2
(2003)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Manny threatens to tell the whole school about their relationship if Craig doesn't dump Ashley once and for all. Joey has trouble getting a grip on his emotions after kissing Catlin; should... See full summary »
Director: Philip Earnshaw | Stars: Stacey Farber, Miriam McDonald, Drake, Shane Kippel
Votes: 240
81.
8 Simple Rules (2002–2005)
Episode:
All I Want for Christmas
(2002)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Drama
Paul decides that he is going to make this Christmas the best one ever. As he and Cate decorate the Christmas tree the kids tell him what they want for Christmas. Rory wants a motorcycle, ... See full summary »
Director: James Widdoes | Stars: John Ritter, Katey Sagal, Kaley Cuoco, Amy Davidson
Votes: 152
82.
Austin & Ally (2011–2016)
Episode:
Mix-Ups & Mistletoes
(2013)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
When Trish gets a prototype from the toy company of the Austin moon Doll, everything goes wrong when the doll does unexpected things.
Director: Adam Weissman | Stars: Ross Lynch, Laura Marano, Raini Rodriguez, Calum Worthy
Votes: 87
83.
The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019)
Episode:
The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis
(2008)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Romance
Leonard is disappointed when Penny develops an interest in an attractive physicist at the university. Meanwhile, Sheldon struggles to find an appropriate Christmas gift for Penny.
Director: Mark Cendrowski | Stars: Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg
Votes: 7,011
84.
Malcolm in the Middle (2000–2006)
Episode:
Christmas
(2001)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy, Family
It's another Wilkerson family Christmas- Reese, Dewey and Malcolm misbehave a time too many, so Lois moves the tree and all the presents to the garage, which she called, "holding Christmas ... See full summary »
Director: Jeff Melman | Stars: Jane Kaczmarek, Bryan Cranston, Christopher Masterson, Justin Berfield
Votes: 883
85.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997–2003)
Episode:
Amends
(1998)
TV-PG | 60 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
As the Christmas holiday approaches, Angel is tormented by evil apparitions who want him to eliminate Buffy.
Director: Joss Whedon | Stars: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter
Votes: 3,849
86.
Felicity (1998–2002)
Episode:
And to All a Good Night
(2000)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Romance
James persistently tries to call Molly, who has broken up with him.
Director: Stephen Gyllenhaal | Stars: Keri Russell, Scott Speedman, Tangi Miller, Greg Grunberg
Votes: 70
87.
Phil of the Future (2004–2006)
Episode:
Christmas Break
(2005)
TV-G | 22 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
At Christmastime, Phil tells Keely the truth about how their paths first crossed.
Director: Fred Savage | Stars: Raviv Ullman, Amy Bruckner, Craig Anton, Lise Simms
Votes: 34
88.
Recess (1997–2001)
Episode:
Yes, Mikey, Santa Does Shave: Part 1
(1998)
TV-Y | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Mikey is ridiculed when it is discovered he still believes in Santa Claus. So, he tries to prove to his friends that he is real. But will he still play Santa in the school's Christmas pageant?
Director: Susie Dietter | Stars: Andrew Lawrence, Pamela Adlon, Dick Clark, Rickey D'Shon Collins
Votes: 150
89.
Recess (1997–2001)
Episode:
Yes, Mikey, Santa Does Shave: Part 2
(1998)
TV-Y | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Mikey is ridiculed when it is discovered he still believes in Santa Claus. So, he tries to prove to his friends that he is real. But will he still play Santa in the school's Christmas pageant?
Director: Susie Dietter | Stars: Andrew Lawrence, Pamela Adlon, Dick Clark, Rickey D'Shon Collins
Votes: 141
90.
The Proud Family (2001–2005)
Episode:
Seven Days of Kwanzaa
(2001)
TV-G | 22 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
The Proud Family is taught an important lesson about the true meaning of Christmas and Kwanzaa by a homeless family. Guest Stars: Vivica A. Fox as Margaret, Samuel L. Jackson as Joseph, ... See full summary »
Director: Bruce W. Smith | Stars: Tommy Davidson, Paula Jai Parker, Jo Marie Payton, Kyla Pratt
Votes: 90
91.
Reba (2001–2007)
Episode:
Cookies for Santa
(2002)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama
It's Elizabeth's first Christmas and Reba looks forward to Christmas with a baby. But Van & Cheyenne want to go somewhere else for Christmas. Brock takes Jake and Kyra goes with a friend. Reba is alone and helps at the homeless shelter.
Director: Leonard R. Garner Jr. | Stars: Reba McEntire, Christopher Rich, JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Steve Howey
Votes: 117
92.
Hart of Dixie (2011–2015)
Episode:
Blue Christmas
(2012)
TV-PG | 42 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Zoe gives the town Santa the day off, and has to get Crazy Earl to play Santa. Ruby is set to leave town, but Lavon wants her to stay and marry him. George and Tanzi exchange gifts. Zoe tells Wade she wants to date him in public.
Director: Patrick R. Norris | Stars: Rachel Bilson, Jaime King, Cress Williams, Wilson Bethel
Votes: 364
93.
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993–1997)
Episode:
Season's Greedings
(1994)
TV-PG | 46 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
After a toy maker is fired from his job, he invents a toy that makes Metropolis's adults act like greedy children, including Clark. Wanting to discover the magic of Christmas, Lois attempts to host her own Christmas party.
Director: Randy Zisk | Stars: Dean Cain, Teri Hatcher, Lane Smith, Justin Whalin
Votes: 350
94.
Batman: The Animated Series (1992–1995)
Episode:
Christmas with the Joker
(1992)
Unrated | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The Joker kidnaps three prominent citizens during Christmas and challenges Batman to find him before midnight.
Director: Kent Butterworth | Stars: Kevin Conroy, Robert Costanzo, Bob Hastings, Clive Revill
Votes: 2,871
95.
Life with Derek (2005–2009)
Episode:
A Very Derekus Christmas
(2007)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
When Christmas plans go awry, Aunt Madge encourages Derek to help restore the family's holiday spirit.
Director: Steve Wright | Stars: Michael Seater, Ashley Leggat, Jordan Todosey, Danny Mags
Votes: 23
96.
The Latest Buzz (2007–2010)
Episode:
The Happy Holidays Issue
(2008)
TV-G | Comedy, Drama, Family
Stars: Zoë Belkin, Munro Chambers, Jeff Geddis, Demetrius Joyette
Votes: 6
97.
Schitt's Creek (2015–2020)
Episode:
Merry Christmas, Johnny Rose
(2018)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy
Johnny is hoping to ring in the holidays with a traditional Rose Christmas party like they used to. However, getting everyone to participate will be easier said than done.
Directors: Andrew Cividino, Dan Levy | Stars: Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Dan Levy, Annie Murphy
Votes: 1,550
98.
Desperate Housewives (2004–2012)
Episode:
Boom Crunch
(2009)
TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Drama, Mystery
The Bolens are blackmailed for money; Lynnette's lawsuit against Carlos further escalates; A small plane crashes into the Wistera Lane block party.
Director: David Grossman | Stars: Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross, Eva Longoria
Votes: 652
99.
Timeless (2016–2018)
Episode:
The Miracle of Christmas Part I/II
(2018)
TV-PG | 120 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
With a little help from their future selves, Lucy and Wyatt, along with the rest of the team, journey to the California Gold Rush and the Korean War's Hungnam evacuation in a daring bid to save Rufus and stop Rittenhouse once and for all.
Director: John F. Showalter | Stars: Abigail Spencer, Matt Lanter, Malcolm Barrett, Paterson Joseph
Votes: 1,379
100.
Outlander (2014– )
Episode:
Freedom & Whisky
(2017)
TV-MA | 54 min | Drama, Fantasy, Romance
As Brianna grapples with the life-changing revelations of the past summer, Claire must help her come to terms with the fact that she is truly her father's daughter - her 18th century ... See full summary »
Director: Brendan Maher | Stars: Caitríona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Richard Rankin, Sophie Skelton
Votes: 3,805
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