Five Classic Christmas Blu-Ray Movies & Specials

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Finally, Some Classic Christmas Blu-ray Movies & Television Shows

'Tis the season...for some pretty amazing viewing with some of the best Christmas classics available for the first time ever on blu ray disc. Now we can view these fabulous holiday films like we have never seen them before from the comfort of our own homes. Plus, some of these Christmas blu-ray movies are going to make wonderful gifts for the blu-ray lovers in our lives.

Watching these wonderful Christmas movies on DVD is simply NOT going to be the same now that we've seen how beautifully classics like An American in Paris can be when they are cleaned up and presented on blu-ray.

Don't miss these holiday favorites on blu-ray!

P.S. When you've finished this page, you may want to check out Christmas Blu-ray Movies ~~ Add One To Your Collection Now which includes many of the best movies that were released on blu ray for Christmas in 2008.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Blu-ray
How The Grinch Stole Christmas Blu-ray
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It's a Wonderful Life Blu-ray

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Starring: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell and Henry Travers Director: Frank Capra

It's A Wonderful Life was almost lost and totally forgotten for years because of a copyright issue. In the 1970s, airings on television brought it back to the public and to popularity. The story line, in case you do not know it, is that of an angel who arrives to show George a vision. The film depicts an "American dream gone bad" and tells of the trials and tribulations of life but also of the importance of friendship and achievement. Not a hit when it was originally released, it "weaves a special magic" with today's audiences.

The contents of the blu-ray set have not been confirmed but are rumoured to include the black and white and colorized version of It's A Wonderful Life, The Making of It's A Wonderful Life and the original theatrical trailer in HD.

The official release date for this film is November 3, 2009. In case you are unaware, Amazon has a pre-order price guarantee. That means you can order your blu-ray movie now and, if the price goes down between now and when the movie becomes available, Amazon will bill you at the lower price. Plus, they will not charge you at all until the movie is in stock and ready to ship.

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It's a Wonderful Life on blu-ray
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The Original Black & White Trailer For It's A Wonderful Life

It's A Wonderful Life - Trailer

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A Christmas Carol on Blu-ray

A Christmas Carol (1951)

Starring: Alastair Sim, Jack Warner, Kathleen Harrison and Mervyn Johns.

For the first time ever on blu-ray, the best-known and most acclaimed version of Charles Dickens' story. Featuring an excellent performance by Alastair Sim and the rest of the cast, the 1951 filmed version is most definitely my favorite. This is the classic English version, recommended for individuals six years old and up.

This movie will feature a high-definition film transfer with digitally restored picture and sound. Special features include optional English or Spanish subtitles, Dolby Digital 2.0 or 5.1, audio commentary by George Cole, biographies of cast members and a standard DVD.

Promises to be a classic movie that you won't want to miss on blu-ray!

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A Christmas Carol on blu-ray
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Miracle on 34th Street Blu-ray

Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

Starring Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn, Natalie Wood and Gene Lockhart.

Miracle on 34th Street features one department store Santa who turns out to be the real Santa who just happened to get himself hired at Macy's. His wonderful spirit and his magic change the lives of the people around him, including one special little girl and her mother.

This blu-ray movie was released on blu-ray on October 6th, 2009 to mixed reviews. Apparently, information about this blu-ray indicates that it contains a colorized version and it does not so if having a colorized version is important to you, do not buy the blu-ray version. Many people, however, really prefer the black and white version.

AMAZON CUSTOMER REVIEW:

"...this is the best presentation this movie will ever be because of the age of the movie. It beats the DVD, which is enough to prompt me to buy the Blu-ray." ~~ Doc Ostrow

I encourage you to check out all of the Amazon customer reviews of this blu ray movie. You can reach them directly by clicking right here.

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the 1947 version of
Miracle on 34th Street
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The 1994 version of Miracle on 34th Street was released on the same day as the original movie. It is generally accepted to be a nice movie although not quite as good as the original. I have chosen, therefore, not to feature it on this page of movie classics but if it is the 1994 version you are after, you can read more about by clicking right here.

Okay, I know, I simply HAVE to ask which Miracle on 34th Street movie you preferred.

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"100 years from now
people will still be looking at
Miracle On 34th Street."

~~ Maureen O'hara

POLL: How would you describe the original movie, Miracle on 34th Street?

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The Original Miracle on 34th Street Theatrical Trailer

Oh, my gosh. The trailer for Miracle on 34th Street is the most unusual trailer that I have EVER seen for a movie. (And I've seen a few.) What a concept! What a movie!

Watch this and you will wind up...

a) wanting to see the movie to see what it is all about and
b) anxious for the holiday season to truly arrive!

You will also find out if you answered the poll correctly. Enjoy!

Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Theatrical Trailer

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A Charlie Brown Christmas Blu-ray

A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)

Starring Ann Altieri and Chris Doran.

A Charlie Brown Christmas may well be the best of the Charlie Brown television specials. It is certainly a classic that millions of people watch every single year and now you can do so on blu-ray disc. A wonderful story that helps us think about what is special about the Christmas season. Recommended for children three years of age and up.

Kenneth Brown of bluray.com says, "A Charlie Brown Christmas has never looked better." It features an excellent video transfer and he goes on to say that, it has "deeper blacks, more brilliant colors, crisper lines, and a more technically proficient image."

This blu-ray set includes two specials, A Christmas Miracle which is a look at the creation of this A Charlie Brown Christmas and It's Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown a Peanuts holiday special.

Originally, the creators of A Charlie Brown Christmas thought they had created a show that was going to flop. They were, of course, thrilled and shocked when it premiered with high ratings and excellent reviews. Today, A Charlie Brown Christmas is the second longest-running Christmas special on U.S. television.

A Charlie Brown Christmas: The Original Sound Track Recording Of The CBS Television Special

A most amazing, nostalgic holiday jazz recording.

Listen to this original 1965 soundtrack and you will be transported back to the first time you saw this television special. Once you've listened a few times, you will appreciate Vincent Guaraldi's piano playing talents. I have included the picture of and the link to the collector's edition but this CD is available in many versions. You can see all of the versions available at Amazon by clicking right here.

"Buy it for the nostalgia -- keep it because it will remain one of the most enchanting albums in your holiday collection."

~~ Michael Ruby

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A Charlie Brown Christmas
the collector's edition CD
from Amazon.
$21.98

How The Grinch Stole Christmas Blu-ray

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1965)

Starring Boris Karloff, Thurl Ravenscroft and June Foray

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a wonderfully charming classic, a holiday staple. Another story that reminds us of what is important at Christmas, this one is recommended for children five years of age and up.

There is some controversy about how bright the Grinch's green fur is in the blu-ray version but Kenneth Brown of blu-ray.com contends that "the television special's original animation cells prove Warner's 1080p/VC-1 transfer is a faithful representation of its animators' choices and intentions. Colors are rich and rewarding (yep, even the greens), blacks are suitably inky, contrast is gorgeous, and Chuck Jones' lineart is crisper than it's ever been."

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How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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Jim Carrey's version of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas was also released this month. If that version interests you more or if you want to create a package gift with both versions, click here to order it from Amazon.

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Which one of the five classic Christmas films on this page is your favorite?

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ftuley ftuley Nov 24, 2009 @ 9:49 pm

It's A Wonderful Life always has been my favorite Christmas film! Great lens, thanks for sharing, 5*!

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CreativeArtist CreativeArtist Nov 21, 2009 @ 11:50 am

Brenda, I like the classics and I also like The Santa Clause.

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BFuniv.com BFuniv.com Nov 20, 2009 @ 11:11 am

My favorite Christmas movie is still "We're No Angels" with Bogart. I enjoyed the VCR copy last year before I gave away my TV and player. I guess I could get a blu-ray and occasionally plug it into my wide screen, HD computer monitor ...

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Wysiwigs Wysiwigs Nov 20, 2009 @ 4:39 am

It has to be the claymations - the season is just NOT complete without Rudolph :o) Excellent lens!

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aj2008 aj2008 Nov 20, 2009 @ 3:17 am

What a great collection of Christmas holiday movies Brenda, and laid out in your own excellent laid back promotional style. And that is what I love about your lenses. They are shopping lenses but they do not scream "buy this, buy that", with a hint of desperation in your voice. You also always add your own very personal commentary.

And for all these reasons, here's a SquidAngel Blessing for you.
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