Oh. What. Fun. is a holiday film that feels refreshingly real, centered on a matriarch who orchestrates one last chaotic family Christmas. Michelle Pfeiffer shines as the mom navigating messy, authentic dynamics with her adult children, including her gay son and his husband. It’s more a sharp, relatable family drama with festive trimmings than a traditional Christmas comedy, offering heartfelt moments and genuine laughs without easy resolutions. | © Prime Video
Spoiler Alert is a moving holiday film that traces the real-life love story between Michael and Kit over many years. While we learn the tragic ending upfront, the movie focuses on the beautiful, messy, and authentic life they built together, full of laughter, challenges, and deep commitment. It’s a powerful reminder to cherish every moment, guaranteed to leave you reaching for the tissues. | © Focus Features
The Holiday Exchange is a cute, direct adaptation of the classic film The Holiday, but with a sweet gay twist. Two men, one in the city, one in the countryside, swap homes for Christmas and find unexpected romance in their new settings. It’s light, cheesy, and doesn't reinvent the wheel, but that's the point; it’s a comfortable and fun seasonal watch that warmly includes everyone in the holiday house-swap fantasy. | © Nicely Entertainment
Christmas on Cherry Lane offers an innovative take on the holiday family movie by weaving together three love stories across different decades in the same house. It explores how the meaning of family evolves, featuring a modern gay couple preparing to adopt a baby. While the intersecting timelines require a bit more attention, its ambition and heartfelt focus on different kinds of love make it a fresh and thoughtful watch. | © Hallmark Channel
A Christmas to Treasure offers sweet, uncomplicated holiday fluff. A history professor clashes with a local restorer over his family's old home, sparking a predictable but cozy small-town romance. It's pure feel-good cheese with a guaranteed happy ending, perfect for a relaxed December night. | © Lifetime
Single All The Way is the cozy, feel-good gay Christmas movie we've always wanted. To escape their families' pity, two best friends pretend to be a couple for the holidays, only to discover their act might not be an act at all. It’s charmingly predictable in the best way, focusing purely on festive fun and heartfelt romance without any coming-out drama. This film finally gives us the normalized, wholesome holiday love story that feels long overdue. | © Netflix
A New York Christmas Wedding presents a heartfelt alternative to the typical festive rom-com. It follows a woman who, on the eve of her straight marriage, is shown an alternate reality where she pursues her childhood love for another woman. The story quietly explores themes of regret, authenticity, and courage within a faith-based context. | © MarVista Entertainment
The Bitch Who Stole Christmas is a chaotic holiday treat made for Drag Race fans. RuPaul stars as a ruthless magazine editor who sends a reporter to sabotage a small town's Christmas parade, unleashing plenty of drag queen mayhem. It’s definitely more about campy fun than a tight plot, packed with inside jokes and cameos from your favorite queens. If you want traditional heartwarming fare, look elsewhere, but for a dose of festive chaos, this delivers. | © MTV Entertainment Studios
Let It Snow weaves together several festive teen stories during a small-town snowstorm. This Netflix film stands out for its natural inclusion of a sweet lesbian romance, centered on the lovable and flannel-clad Dorrie. While the plot can feel familiar, its diverse cast and genuine charm make it an easy-to-watch holiday ensemble piece. | © Netflix
The Family Stone delivers a holiday gathering packed with sharp humor and genuine family tension. Sarah Jessica Parker plays the anxious girlfriend meeting her boyfriend's eclectic, tight-knit family, leading to famously awkward and funny moments. While it’s a true ensemble piece, the film holds a special place for its time as a mainstream comedy featuring a warmly portrayed gay relationship. | © 20th Century Studios
The Holiday Sitter is a funny and sincere twist on the classic Hallmark formula. Jonathan Bennett stars as a workaholic uncle whose plans are upended when he has to look after his niece and nephew, leading to a connection with the charming neighbor. It’s a breezy, enjoyable watch that proves a great Christmas story is simply a great Christmas story. | © Hallmark Channel
Happiest Season tackles a relatable queer dilemma with humor and heart. Kristen Stewart's character plans to propose at her girlfriend's family Christmas, only to find she's still closeted to her parents. The stellar cast, including a scene-stealing Dan Levy, navigates the hilarious and sometimes painful family chaos with genuine warmth. It’s a festive, feel-good story about the messy reality of bringing your whole self home for the holidays. | © Hulu
The Christmas House made history by featuring the network's first gay holiday storyline, and it nails the warm, festive feeling we love. The plot follows two brothers, one rekindling a romance and the other nervously awaiting an adoption call with his husband. It’s genuinely funny and full of heart, proving a Christmas film can be both traditional and wonderfully inclusive. | © Hallmark Channel
Dashing in December gives us a cozy, much-needed story about two men finding love on a family ranch. Wyatt returns home to convince his mom to sell, but the ranch hand, Heath, and the stunning Colorado snow make him reconsider everything. Their chemistry feels genuine, moving from friction to warmth through conversations that are both heartfelt and real. | © Paramount Network
Carol isn't a typical festive romp, but a gorgeous, slow-burn romance set against a 1950s winter. Every glance and hesitant touch between Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara's characters feels charged with unspoken desire. It’s a masterclass in subtlety that finds profound beauty in quiet, stolen moments. | © The Weinstein Company
Get ready to deck your halls with some festive queer joy. This list rounds up the best LGBTQIA+ Christmas movies, from cozy Hallmark romances to poignant dramas and chaotic comedies. There's a perfect holiday watch here for every mood and moment.
