A recent poll found the majority of people believe Christmas films should be enjoyed before December – with Home Alone topping the list of favourite festive films
A recent poll has revealed that three in 10 adults think it’s perfectly fine to start indulging in Christmas films as early as 25 November, if not all year round.
Over three quarters dismiss the idea that festive films should be reserved for December alone.
Almost a quarter (24%) confessed that watching Christmas films is their favourite holiday tradition, with 32% claiming it’s the ultimate way to get into the festive spirit.
The top three family festive films were voted as Home Alone, Love Actually and A Christmas Carol.
Interestingly, nearly half (46%) of those surveyed can recite lines from their favourite Christmas film word for word.
The study was conducted by Disney+ to coincide with the launch of its Home Alone Experience, which transports visitors to 90s Chicago, the setting of the beloved Christmas classic.
The research also explored other festive traditions Brits enjoy each year, with Secret Santa gifts now leading the pack.
Other popular activities include festive baking (28%) and making homemade Christmas decorations (17%), according to figures from OnePoll.com.
Besides festive film nights, 24% of respondents have taken part in a festive photo shoot with friends and family, with 22% even wearing matching pyjamas or jumpers for the occasion.
This trend seems particularly popular among younger generations, who are swapping traditional Christmas cards for sharing festive photos online.
A significant 36% of individuals aged between 18 and 34 have revealed that social media photos are now their preferred method for sending seasonal greetings.
The beloved Home Alone trilogy, along with a host of other festive favourites, can be streamed on Disney+ right now.
TOP 10 FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS MOVIES:
- Home Alone
- Love Actually
- A Christmas Carol
- Home Alone 2
- Die Hard
- Elf
- It’s a Wonderful Life
- The Snowman
- Miracle on 34th Street
- The Holiday
