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Movies like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas (2023)

The best movies like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas (2023) are Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas (2011), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019). If I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas (2011)

    When Sid accidentally destroys Manny's heirloom Christmas rock and ends up on Santa's naughty list, he leads a hilarious quest to the North Pole to make things right and ends up making things much worse. Now it's up to Manny and his prehistoric posse to band together and save Christmas for the entire world!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017)

    Olaf is on a mission to harness the best holiday traditions for Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Santa's Little Helpers (2019)

    After being accidentally stranded at the North Pole, the Minions decide to embrace their new surroundings by taking on the role of Santa's helpers. Chaos and hilarity ensue as they attempt to prove their worth as elves, bringing their signature mischief to the workshop in this festive, lighthearted holiday adventure.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Prep & Landing Stocking Stuffer: Operation: Secret Santa (2010)

    Wayne and Lanny, now partners, are called by Magee to meet with a secret contact – Mrs. Claus, who sends them on a new mission to retrieve a box from Santa’s secret workshop. Later they sneak into Santa’s office while he is asleep, using their high tech equipment from the previous film. Lanny’s expertise at dressing the tree enables them to enter the hidden workshop where they recover the box and escape just in time. But what is the box for?

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)

    Ebenezer Scrooge is far too greedy to understand that Christmas is a time for kindness and generosity. But with the guidance of some new found friends, Scrooge learns to embrace the spirit of the season. A retelling of the classic Dickens tale with Disney's classic characters.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. Once Upon a Snowman (2020)

    The previously untold origins of Olaf, the innocent and insightful, summer-loving snowman are revealed as we follow Olaf’s first steps as he comes to life and searches for his identity in the snowy mountains outside Arendelle.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Charlie Brown's Christmas Tales (2002)

    Tis the season for the cheer and charm of the Peanuts kids - and this delight special offers five segments full of unforgettable moments. Snoopy works as a bell-ringer to raise money and tries making peace with the ferocious cat next door. Linus strives to strike the right tone in his letter to Santa - and his friendship with an indecisive girl at school. Sally's idea about gift giving and the identity of Santa may be unusual - but her strange notion about how to obtain a Christmas tree surprisingly does the job. Lucy tries awfully hard to be nice...and still coax everyone around her to buy her presents. Charlie Brown and Sally wait up for Santa (a surprisingly short man), who spreads Christmas gift cheer further than they had thought. Make merry!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Prep & Landing (2009)

    Wayne gets a new rookie partner, Lanny, after his previous partner got the promotion he wanted. Lanny has to remind Wayne of the Spirit of Christmas and the importance of being an elf in Santa's Prep and Landing elite unit.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Angela's Christmas (2017)

    A trip to church with her family on Christmas Eve gives young Angela an extraordinary idea. A heartwarming tale based on a story by Frank McCourt.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. A Garfield Christmas (1987)

    Garfield, Jon and Odie go to Jon's family farm for Christmas, where Garfield finds a present for Grandma.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Beethoven's Christmas Adventure (2011)

    A Christmas elf accidentally takes off in Santa's sleigh, crash lands in a small town, and loses the magic toy bag. Beethoven must rescue the elf, recover the bag from greedy crooks, and return the sleigh to Santa in time to save Christmas.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Three Wise Men and a Baby (2022)

    Three brothers get the surprise of their lives when they are forced to work together to care for a baby over the holidays. As they slowly get the hang of things, they find themselves on unexpected journeys of self-discovery and begin to rebuild their relationships as brothers, as well as the damaged romantic and professional relationships in their respective lives…all while rediscovering their love of Christmas.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. The Nutcracker Prince (1990)

    After young Clara receives a wooden nutcracker as a Christmas gift, she dreams about a fantastical battle between her Nutcracker Prince and the evil Mouse King. At stake is the Nutcracker's freedom - and Clara's future happiness.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Mickey's Orphans (1931)

    At Christmas time, Mickey Mouse, Minnie and Pluto are beset by an enormous litter of bratty orphan cats.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. Toy Story That Time Forgot (2014)

    During a post-Christmas play date, the gang find themselves in uncharted territory when the coolest set of action figures ever turn out to be dangerously delusional. It's all up to Trixie, the triceratops, if the gang hopes to return to Bonnie's room in this Toy Story That Time Forgot.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. The Snowman (1982)

    A young boy makes a snowman one Christmas Eve, which comes to life at midnight and takes him on a magical adventure to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. It's Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown (1992)

    As the holiday season rolls around and all the Peanuts gang are getting ready for it. Whether it be Charlie Brown struggling to raise money for his girlfriend or Sally and Peppermint Patty struggling to rehearse and memorize their one word lines for the Christmas pageant, these kids try to keep with the Christmas spirit while Snoopy has his mischief to do.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. The Little Matchgirl (2006)

    An animated short based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale about a poor young girl with a burning desire to find comfort and happiness in her life. Desperate to keep warm, the girl lights the matches she sells, and envisions a very different life for herself in the fiery flames filled with images of loving relatives, bountiful food, and a place to call home.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Bah, Humduck!: A Looney Tunes Christmas (2006)

    In this adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Daffy Duck is the greedy proprietor of the Lucky Duck Mega-Mart and all he can think about is the money to be made during the holiday season.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. Santa's Workshop (1932)

    Santa's little helpers must hurry to finish the toys before Christmas Day.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas?

The closest matches to I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas are Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas (2011), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas?

Start with Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas (2011), the closest match to I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas.

What is the highest-rated movie like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas?

Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983), rated 7.7/10 by 1,023 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas?

Three Wise Men and a Baby (2022) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas?

Yes: Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas (2011), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019).

How are movies similar to I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside I Don't Want a Lot for Christmas, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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