How to Watch The Sound of Music for Christmas

It’s that time of year again! The classic film “The Sound of Music” is hitting our screens this Christmas, bringing us the heartwarming story of the von Trapp family. This year’s broadcast on ABC will take place on Sunday, December 21, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern Time and running until 11 p.m. ET.

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of its release, the movie features beloved songs like “Edelweiss,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” Starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, this timeless classic is a must-watch during the holiday season.

If you’re looking to catch the movie on TV, tune in to your local ABC channel (channel 22 in Burlington) to watch it live. But if you prefer streaming, you can find “The Sound of Music” on Disney+ and Hulu as part of their subscriptions. If you’d rather rent or buy it, platforms like Prime Video, Fandango at Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Apple TV have got you covered. You can even grab the Blu-ray from Amazon or Walmart if that’s more your style.

The movie itself runs about three hours long and includes an intermission, harkening back to the days of traditional cinema. So grab your snacks, cozy up on the couch, and get ready to sing along to this iconic film with your loved ones. It’s the perfect way to spread some holiday cheer this season!