Get ready for some eggnog! AMC and AMC+ are bringing back the annual “Best Christmas Ever” event from November 26 to December 26. With over 650 hours of holiday programming, AMC’s lineup has something for the whole family, including beloved classics like National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Polar Express, and Elf, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. To mark this milestone, AMC has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery for the “Best Christmas Ever in NYC Sweepstakes,” starting on November 7. Fans can enter for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid four-day trip to New York City in December and experience the city like Buddy the Elf. Five winners and their guests will enjoy a fully curated experience, visiting iconic locations such as the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Macy’s, Central Park, and more.
Shudder and AMC+ will also offer holiday thrills as the exclusive streaming home for the original film The Sacrifice Game and a new special from The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs, Joe Bob’s Creepy Christmas. AMC+ invites viewers to get into the holiday spirit with special collections, including “The Nice List” featuring Vince Vaughn’s holiday romantic comedy Christmas with the Campbells, starring Justin Long and Brittany Snow, and “The Naughty List” featuring IFC Films’ Silent Night starring Keira Knightley (Love Actually) and the Shudder thriller The Apology starring Anna Gunn (Breaking Bad), among others.
“Best Christmas Ever” programming highlights include:
The Sacrifice Game – Debuts on December 8 on Shudder and AMC+
Boarding school students Samantha and Clara find themselves unable to go home for the holidays. However, their situation takes a deadly turn when a murderous gang arrives at their doorstep just in time for Christmas. This film stars Mena Massoud (Aladdin) and Olivia Scott Welch (Lucky Hank, Fear Street).
Joe Bob’s Creepy Christmas – Debuts LIVE on Friday, December 15 on Shudder TV and AMC+ TV
Joe Bob and Darcy bring a double dose of yuletide horror to the screen as they raise money for the less fortunate. And this year, they even get some help from Santa Claus himself.
- Available on demand starting from December 17.
Christmas with the Campbells – Debuts on November 30 at 10pm on AMC; Currently Available on AMC+
This traditional holiday romantic comedy takes a fresh twist with the involvement of Vince Vaughn (Fred Claus), Peter Billingsley (A Christmas Story), and Dan Lagana (American Vandal). Jesse, who gets dumped by her boyfriend Shawn right before the holidays, agrees to spend Christmas with Shawn’s parents and his charming cousin while Shawn is away. The film features Brittany Snow (Pitch Perfect), Justin Long (He’s Just Not That Into You), Alex Moffat (Saturday Night Live), Joanna Garcia Swisher (Sweet Magnolias), Julia Duffy (Newhart, Designing Women), and George Wendt (Cheers).
Silent Night – Currently Available on AMC+
Parents Nell and Simon have invited their closest friends to join their family for Christmas dinner at their beautiful home in the English countryside. As the group gathers, it feels like old times. However, beneath the laughter and happiness, something is wrong. The world outside is facing imminent disaster, and no amount of gifts, games, or Prosecco can change the fact that mankind is about to be destroyed. Surviving the holidays just became a lot more difficult. This darkly funny drama features Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, Roman Griffin Davis, Annabelle Wallis, Lily-Rose Depp, Ṣọpé Dìrísù, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Lucy Punch, Rufus Jones, and Trudie Styler, among others.
The Apology – Currently Available on Shudder and AMC+
Starring Anna Gunn (Breaking Bad), Linus Roache (Law & Order), and Janeane Garofalo (Wet Hot American Summer), The Apology is set 20 years after the disappearance of Darlene Hagen’s daughter. Darlene, a recovering alcoholic, is getting ready to host her family’s Christmas celebration along with her best friend Gretchen. On Christmas Eve, Darlene’s estranged ex-brother-in-law Jack shows up unexpectedly, bringing nostalgic gifts and a dark secret. As a dangerous storm traps them together, a battle of wits turns into a violent game of revenge, leaving Darlene torn between rationality and ruthless instinct.
Viewers are also invited to settle in for holiday themed nights on AMC with the merriest movie lineups including:
- Classic Christmas Marathon featuring family favorites including Rankin- Bass specials (Jack Frost, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year, The First Christmas Snow, Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Frosty’s Winter Wonderland), White Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street (1947) and March of the Wooden Soldiers. on November 27
- Christmas Candy Marathon celebrating some of John Candy’s greatest films including The Great Outdoors, Uncle Buck, National Lampoon’s Vacation and Stripes. on November 28
- A Murray Christmas featuring Bill Murray’s classic films Groundhog Day and Caddyshack. on November 29
- AMC+ Original Movie Premiere: Christmas with the Campbells . on November 30
- Reese for the Holidays featuring Reese Witherspoon favorites including Sweet Home Alabama and Four Christmases. on December 1
- AMC Celebrates Elf 20th Anniversary on December 2.
- Merry ‘80s Marathon goes back in time featuring National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Great Outdoors, The Princess Bride, Ghostbusters 1-2 and Big. on December 9
- So Many Santas Marathon includes Elf, Fred Claus, The Polar Express, The Year Without a Santa Claus, Miracle on 34th Street (1947) and Rankin-Bass specials (The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year, The Year Without a Santa Claus). on December 10
- Best Elf Marathon features Elf, Fred Claus and The Polar Express on December 16
- Holiday Hijinks Marathon featuring National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Christmas with the Kranks, and The Great Outdoors. on December 17
- Best Christmas Marathon with holiday favorites including Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Christmas with the Kranks, Fred Claus, Four Christmases, Rankin-Bass specials, and more. from December 23 through December 25
- Holiday Hangover recovery begins including Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Four Christmases, Christmas with the Kranks. on December 26
