In a bid to answer that question we took to Facebook and asked our readers – and hundreds of them had their say.
We’ve counted up their responses to bring you their definitive top 22 Christmas films of all time.
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This hefty breakdown is in descending order, so page one will show the movies they ranked 22 to 19.
Keep on reading to see what tops the list.
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5. The Wizard of Oz (1939)
This film, rated U, was 18th on our readers' list. Photo: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
6. Gremlins (1984)
The film, rated 12A, was 17th on our readers' list. Photo: Warner Bros. Amblin Entertainment
7. Bad Santa (2003)
The film, rated 15, was 16th on our readers' list. Photo: Columbia Pictures / Tryptich Pictures
8. The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
The film, rated PG, was 15th on our readers' list. Photo: 1492 Pictures
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