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25. Edmund Gwenn won his only Oscar for Miracle on 34th Street
Edmund Gwenn won his only Oscar for playing Kris Kringle in Miracle on 34th Street, and how well-deserved it was. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, he charmed everyone by saying, “Now I know there’s a Santa Claus!” | © 20th Century Fox
24. The train's number in The Polar Express is actually Christmas
The train’s number in The Polar Express, 1225, symbolizes Christmas, and simultaneously pays tribute to the Pere Marquette 1225, a real locomotive that inspired its design. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
23. Scrooged has an Easter Egg from A Christmas Carol
Scrooged features a clever Easter egg. Bill Murray’s character, Frank Cross, is a playful nod to Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol, famously described as a cross old man. | © Paramount Pictures
22. Angels with Filthy Souls, the infamous movie from Home Alone, doesn't exist
The infamous Angels with Filthy Souls movie Kevin watches in Home Alone doesn’t exist, it was created entirely for the film. Its over-the-top gangster vibes made it so convincing that many fans thought it was real. | © 20th Century Fox
21. There's Micklewhite's store in The Muppet Christmas Carol
In The Muppet Christmas Carol, there’s a charming nod to Michael Caine with a store named Micklewhite’s, a reference to the actor’s real last name. It’s a subtle tribute to the film’s iconic Scrooge. | © Disney
20. The airport scenes in Love Actually were filmed with real people
The airport scenes in Love Actually were filmed with real people reuniting, and their genuine reactions were captured using hidden cameras. It’s this touch of real-life emotion that makes the movie’s opening and closing unforgettable. | © Universal Pictures
19. Hermey the elf from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has round ears
Hermey the elf from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer stands out with his round ears and hair, unlike the other elves. This detail hints that Hermey might not be an elf at all but a human. | © NBC
18. Maureen O'Hara never wanted the Miracle on 34th Street to be colorized
Maureen O’Hara strongly opposed the colorization of Miracle on 34th Street, believing the classic should stay true to its original black-and-white format. Despite her position, the film became one of the first to be colorized in 1985. | © 20th Century Fox
17. The Nightmare Before Christmas has slot machines with a special spooky twist
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, the slot machines get a spooky makeover as one-armed bandits, with the number 7 swapped for 13. It’s a clever detail that perfectly fits Halloween vibes. | © Disney
16. Maureen O'Hara originally didn't want to make Miracle on 34th Street
Maureen O’Hara almost turned down her iconic role in Miracle on 34th Street. But after reading the script, she couldn’t resist – and later cherished being recognized as the lady who knows Santa Claus. | © 20th Century Fox
15. There’s a painting of Stanley Kubrick’s beloved cat in Eyes Wide Shut
In Eyes Wide Shut, a painting of Stanley Kubrick’s beloved cat, Olly, makes a hidden appearance. It’s a personal touch from the legendary director, combining love for his pet into the film’s details. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
14. In Just Friends, after all the chaos, the snowman’s expression hilariously changes
In Just Friends, the snowman’s expression hilariously shifts after the chaos, matching the destruction with a priceless reaction. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it gag that adds to the movie's humor. | © New Line Cinema
13. Gimbel's manager kept Wanda nametag
In Elf, the Gimbel’s manager wears a Wanda name tag – a quirky nod to Wanda Sykes, who was originally cast for the role before Faizon Love stepped in and kept the tag. | © New Line Cinema
12. Scrooge's grave reveals his actual birthday
In A Christmas Carol, Scrooge’s gravestone reveals his birthday – February 7th, the same as Charles Dickens. | © Disney
11. The Evil Queen from Snow White makes a hidden cameo in The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Evil Queen from Snow White makes a sneaky cameo in The Nightmare Before Christmas – look for her in the back row during the Town Meeting scene. | © Disney
10. In Krampus, you can find Amityville horror house
Eagle-eyed horror fans can spot a chilling Easter egg – the iconic Amityville Horror house makes a subtle appearance. It’s a clever nod to classic horror. | © Universal Pictures
9. The Bell represents the Christmas Spirit in The Polar Express
The bell used in The Polar Express symbolizes the true spirit of Christmas, as only people who believe in holiday magic can hear its sound. This reminds viewers of the magic of faith and wonder. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
8. There's a Christmas tree hidden in Klaus' poster
The poster for Klaus hides a special Easter egg. The silhouette of the town forms the shape of a Christmas tree! | © Netflix
7. Marv, burglar from Home Alone, collects snow globes from robberies
Marv isn’t just a bumbling burglar, he is also a snow globe collector. His stash of stolen globes is cleverly hidden in the Wet Bandits’ van. | © 20th Century Fox
6. In Love Actually, the word 'Burden' subtly appears between Sarah and her brother
In Love Actually, the word 'Burden' subtly appears between Sarah and her brother, symbolizing how her caregiving responsibilities impact her romantic life. | © Universal Pictures
5. Santa's employment card in Miracle on 34th Street reveals some serious secret
Kris Kringle’s employment card hides a festive twist – his next of kin! Even more surprising, it reveals the original spelling of Donner as Donder. | © 20th Century Fox
4. Elves are hiding amongst the children in The Santa Clause
Have you spotted elves disguised as children while watching The Santa Clause? If not, you weren't careful enough, as these guys have been quietly keeping an eye on Scott and Charlie after their trip to the North Pole. | © Disney
3. Steven Spielberg actually has a cameo in Gremlins
Did you spot Steven Spielberg during his sneaky cameo in Gremlins? The legendary director appears briefly alongside composer Jerry Goldsmith at the science convention. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
2. Elf has a bunch of references to other iconic Christmas movies
Elf has lots of festive Easter eggs, including Buddy’s costume, which is a heartwarming nod to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It’s just one of many tributes to classic Christmas movies hidden throughout the film. | © New Line Cinema
1. The pizzeria order in Home Alone parodies Little Caesars Pizza
In the original Home Alone movie, the McAllisters’ go-to pizza joint, Little Nero’s Pizza, is a clever parody of Little Caesars Pizza. The name is a playful nod to names, swapping Caesar for Nero, another infamous Roman emperor. | © 20th Century Fox
