Halloween and Christmas movies — there are thousands of them. Everybody has their favorite films for October and December, but people often skip over some viable options for November. Don’t believe Thanksgiving movies exist? Think again.
Here are six films to give you something to watch with your family and friends after Thanksgiving.
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
“A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” viewing is essential to any list of Thanksgiving traditions. The 1973 animated film, based on the comic strip “Peanuts,” is directed by Bill Melendez and Phil Roman. We follow Charlie Brown as he goes on a wild journey to try and plan two Thanksgiving dinners — one for himself and one for his friends. There’s only one problem: Charlie can’t cook. Thus, enter the lovable Snoopy and Woodstock as they attempt to save the day. It’s a classic for a reason and a perfect seasonal viewing.
Fantastic Mr. Fox
This animated powerhouse of a film does not specifically mention Thanksgiving, but it does bring all of the aesthetics of the holiday. The fall weather, comforting atmosphere, and a rather soothing voiceover from George Clooney — not to mention some of the fall food choices in the film — help rattle off every bullet point in your Pinterest Thanksgiving board. Directed by the genius Wes Anderson, this 2009 movie is great for adults and families alike.
You’ve Got Mail
Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Talk about a dynamic duo. Autumn in New York with two strangers falling for one another over the internet — an interesting plot in and of itself. A perfect film for November, this romantic comedy classic is directed by Nora Ephron. If you’re looking for seasonal fare to watch with someone special, this is your best pick.
What’s Cooking?
This 2000 comedy-drama is perfect to lighten the mood of a stressful day preparing in the kitchen. On Thanksgiving, four different families from different backgrounds gather for a Thanksgiving meal. However, when each family wants to cook the meal in a different way, problems begin to arise. Directed by Gurinder Chadha, the film is an underrated and great watch for the season.
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Friendsgiving
This 2020 comedy is sure to keep the mood completely uplifting if you’re looking to ease tensions during the stress of the holiday. Directed by Nicol Paone and starring familiar faces such as Christine Taylor and Malin Akerman, this chaotic and hilarious story of a group of friends coming together for what should be a simple meal is an easily digestible and fun watch.
Little Women (2019)
One of my favorite films of all time, Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of “Little Women” is a great movie for any end-of-the-year month. October, November, December, it all works. While released on Christmas Day, it still has much of that Thanksgiving aura you may be looking for. Not to mention, what a cast. Meryl Streep, Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, and many others. It doesn’t get any better than that. I don’t think a day goes by without me thinking about Chalamet proposing to Ronan on that grassy green hill.
So, if you want to keep the movie nights rolling through November and save the Christmas classics for just a little bit longer, look no further.