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It’s the most wonderful time of the year—when we deck the halls, sip hot cocoa, and gather ‘round to watch our favorite Christmas movies for the 847th time. These festive flicks are as much a part of our holiday traditions as mistletoe and questionable eggnog - but have you ever wondered which Christmas movies America really loves the most?

The elves at gaming platform GameTop have been busy crunching search data to unwrap the definitive list of America’s favorite holiday movies. They found out how much each popular Christmas movie was searched for on average each month in 2024, ranking them accordingly. So grab a blanket, fire up the TV, and relive the films that make our holiday season sparkle.

Table 1: America’s Top Ten Favorite Christmas Movies by Total U.S. Searches

1. Home Alone

The classic tale of Kevin McCallister defending his house from bumbling burglars has remained a holiday favorite since 1990. With 637,260 searches every month, it’s clear that Home Alone still holds a special place in America’s heart—and inspires our inner child to set up booby traps.

2. Elf

Will Ferrell’s iconic portrayal of Buddy the Elf brought pure holiday magic and heartwarming joy to audiences, and it’s still spreading cheer (by singing loud for all to hear!). Elf consistently ranks high with 581,180 searches, proving its syrupy sweetness never gets old.

3. Gremlins

Yes, it’s a Christmas movie! This dark comedy about mischievous creatures wreaking havoc during the holidays is a cult favorite, racking up 465,320 searches. Gizmo is the cutest Christmas gift you never want to mess with after midnight.

4. Love Actually

This British rom-com intertwining love stories against the backdrop of Christmas lights and awkward airport scenes is a fan-favorite stateside, too. With plenty of festive searches (334,740, to be precise), Love Actually shows us that love is, indeed, all around—especially in December.

5. Die Hard

The holiday action film debate rages on, but 327,150 searches prove Die Hard is firmly on America’s nice list. John McClane taking on bad guys at a Christmas party? Yippee-ki-yay, holiday fans!

About GameTop

GameTop is a leading platform for free, high-quality PC and mobile games. Specializing in offering a wide variety of downloadable and online games, GameTop provides users with an extensive collection of genres, including action, puzzle, racing, hidden object, and more. With a focus on safety and simplicity, all games are 100% free to download, ad-free, and come without any time limits or in-game purchases.

The platform caters to casual gamers looking for entertainment that is both accessible and hassle-free. GameTop ensures its library is not only diverse but also compatible with Windows, Mac, and Android devices, making it a versatile choice for gamers across different systems.

Methodology

GameTop generated a list of popular Christmas movies and actors who are known for appearing in Christmas movies. They compared these on a state level to determine which has the highest average monthly search volume in 2024, by state. The totals from each state and movie were added together to provide a final ranking for the US.