Classic 1940s Christmas Movies
Gather the kids and the grandparents, pop the corn, pour the hot chocolate and gather around the television for a fun family evening this holiday season. These classic Christmas movies from the 1940s are timeless in their entertainment and make for a wonderful family evening together. From old to young, your entire family will be delighted to see some of the most famous actors of Hollywood in these wonderful films of yesteryear.
Start a new tradition this holiday season! Instead of going out to see new Christmas movies, why not revisit some of your favorites and learn what the blockbusters were in your parents or grandparents day? Great for a grandparent-grandchild activity, or for sparking conversations about family history, a classic Christmas movie night is a wonderful way to celebrate family and the holiday season.
Start a new tradition this holiday season! Instead of going out to see new Christmas movies, why not revisit some of your favorites and learn what the blockbusters were in your parents or grandparents day? Great for a grandparent-grandchild activity, or for sparking conversations about family history, a classic Christmas movie night is a wonderful way to celebrate family and the holiday season.
Top Ten Christmas Movies From The 1940s
Why were there so many Christmas movies in the 1940s?
In the 1940s, faced with the difficult days of World War II, Americans escaped by going to the movies. Christmas movies in particular brought a message of hope, peace, joy and humor - and of course, a hope for better days - that would sustain audiences facing challenging days ahead.
Watch What 1940s Moviegoers Saw That Christmas
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Which is your favorite classic 1940s Christmas movie?
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garyr_h
Nov 16, 2011 @ 8:55 pm | delete
- Nice. I'm actually always surprised at how many great movies there were in the '40s because of the war.
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Sylvestermouse
Jan 22, 2011 @ 5:01 pm | delete
- Oh, wow! Some of my all time favorite movies are featured here! Has it really been that long since they were made? Yikes! They are certainly better than what we are given today :)
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kt_glasses Dec 28, 2010 @ 9:33 pm | delete
- Really interesting lens!Miracle on 34th Street is also my favorite!
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naturegirl7 Nov 13, 2010 @ 6:06 pm | delete
- I love Miracle on 34th Street. It has just the right amount of Christmas magic.
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Sami4u
Nov 12, 2010 @ 9:02 pm | delete
- Hi,
I am a fan of "It's a Wonderful Life" a really good classic 1940s Christmas movie.
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