Here’s a list of 10 Thanksgiving-themed family-friendly movies perfect for getting into the holiday spirit:
Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987)
A heartwarming and hilarious road trip comedy about two unlikely companions trying to get home for Thanksgiving.
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)
The classic Peanuts gang comes together to celebrate Thanksgiving with plenty of laughs and lessons about friendship and gratitude.
The Blind Side (2009)
This inspirational true story about a family who helps a homeless teen become a football star is heartwarming and uplifting.
Home for the Holidays (1995)
A family comedy about navigating the chaos of Thanksgiving dinner with relatives, starring Holly Hunter and Robert Downey Jr.
Free Birds (2013)
A fun animated movie where two turkeys travel back in time to try and change the course of Thanksgiving history.
The Thanksgiving House (2013)
A Hallmark movie about a woman who inherits a house and discovers it holds a special connection to Thanksgiving and her family’s history.
Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
Robin Williams shines in this hilarious and heartwarming story of a dad who dresses up as a nanny to spend more time with his kids.
Home Alone (1990)
The ultimate Thanksgiving movie to get into the holiday spirit, following young Kevin as he defends his home from burglars during the Christmas season.
The Santa Clause (1994)
A magical, feel-good film that combines holiday cheer with family fun as Tim Allen accidentally becomes Santa Claus.
Addams Family Values (1993)
While not strictly a Thanksgiving movie, this hilarious and offbeat classic features a memorable Thanksgiving scene that captures the Addams family’s unique take on the holiday.