Top Holiday Movies on HBO Max for Christmas Vacation and More Today (Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025)

If you’re looking for some cozy holiday movie options, HBO Max has you covered with some classic Christmas favorites. While Bad Santa and A Christmas Story may not be on the list this week, there’s a new holiday film making waves.

One of the top picks on HBO Max right now is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, a hilarious movie about Clark Griswold’s attempts at a perfect family Christmas that go awry. If you’re in the mood for a magical adventure, The Polar Express is a heartwarming story about a boy finding his Christmas spirit on Christmas Eve.

For a more romantic holiday flick, check out The Family McMullen, a sequel to the indie hit The Brothers McMullen, which follows the romantic entanglements of Barry McMullen and his kids. And of course, no holiday movie list would be complete without Elf, a story about Buddy the elf searching for his roots in New York City.

So grab some popcorn, cozy up on the couch, and enjoy these festive films on HBO Max this holiday season. You’re sure to get into the Christmas spirit in no time!