9 Netflix Originals to look forward to this Christmas

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Klaus / The Knight Before Christmas
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 21st Nov 2019

It's not long until Christmas, so we thought we'd gather some of the great Netflix Originals that you can look forward to this year. With everything from kids' animated films to, comedies and heartwarming festive movies, there will be something here for everyone.

Our list includes Klaus, the animated comedy featuring a song by Zara Larsson called 'Invisible' and the voices of Joan Cusack, Will Sasso and Norm Macdonald. 'Invisible' is Zara's third song of the year after 'Don't Worry Bout Me' and 'All The Time'.

Klaus is about Jesper, a student who is stationed on a frozen island above the Arctic Circle. Calling himself the postal academy's worst student, Jesper is about to give up when he meets Klaus, a mysterious carpenter who lives alone.

Take a look through 9 Netflix Originals to look forward to this Christmas...

Let it Snow

Now Streaming
When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and love lives colliding thanks to a stranded pop star, a stolen keg, a squad of competitive dancers, a mysterious woman covered in tin foil, and an epic party at the local Waffle Town. Come Christmas morning, nothing will be the same.

Based on the best-selling book by John Green, Maureen Johnson, and Lauren Myracle, Let It Snow stars Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Odeya Rush, Liv Hewson, Mitchell Hope, Kiernan Shipka, Jacob Batalon, and Joan Cusack.

Klaus

Now Streaming
When Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) distinguishes himself as the postal academy's worst student, he is stationed on a frozen island above the Arctic Circle, where the feuding locals hardly exchange words let alone letters. Jesper is about to give up when he finds an ally in local teacher Alva (Rashida Jones), and discovers Klaus (Oscar® winner J.K. Simmons), a mysterious carpenter who lives alone in a cabin full of handmade toys.

These unlikely friendships return laughter to Smeerensburg, forging a new legacy of generous neighbors, magical lore and stockings hung by the chimney with care. An animated holiday comedy directed by Despicable Me co-creator Sergio Pablos, KLAUS co-stars Joan Cusack, Will Sasso and Norm Macdonald.

The Knight Before Christmas

Now Streaming
After a magical sorceress transports medieval knight Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse) to present-day Ohio during the holiday season, he befriends Brooke (Vanessa Hudgens), a clever and kind science teacher who's been disillusioned by love.

Brooke helps Sir Cole navigate the modern world and helps him discover how to fulfil his mysterious one true quest — the only act that will return him home. But as he and Brooke grow closer, Sir Cole begins to wonder just how much he wants to return to his old life.

Super Monsters Save Christmas

Available from 26th November 2019
It's Christmas Eve in Pitchfork Pines, and the Super Monsters are joining forces to deck the halls, find Santa's missing reindeer and save the holiday!

True: Winter Wishes

Available from 26th November 2019
Everyone in the Rainbow Kingdom is gathered to celebrate Winter Wishfest, but when Forever Frost escapes the Ice Kingdom, the day might be ruined. Can True set everything right?

Merry Happy Whatever

Available from 28th November 2019
Set during the happy but hectic days before and after Christmas, Merry Happy Whatever follows Don Quinn (Dennis Quaid), a strong-willed patriarch from Philadelphia doing his best to balance the stress of the holidays with the demands of his close-knit but eclectic family -- and his family doing their best to manage him.

But when youngest daughter Emmy (Bridgit Mendler) arrives home from LA with a new boyfriend, struggling musician Matt (Brent Morin), Don's belief that, "there's the Quinn way... and the wrong way" is put to the test. From Emmy Award-winning creator Tucker Cawley (Everybody Loves Raymond), Merry Happy Whatever is a hilarious and heartwarming comedy that proves while family may not come wrapped up in a neat little bow, it sometimes can still be the greatest gift.

Holiday Rush

Available from 28th November 2019
Popular New York radio DJ Rush Williams (Romany Malco) has been spoiling his four children since they lost their mum. Unfortunately, the kids share their pricey Christmas lists right when he loses his job.

To keep Rush on the air, his producer Roxy Richardson (Sonequa Martin-Green) and his Aunt Jo (Darlene Love) plan to help him buy another station — if the Williams family can downsize fast and embrace a simpler life.

In this heartwarming film, a loving father reconnects with his children and opens his heart to love when they all learn that true joy comes from not what you have but who you have around you.

A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby

Available from 5th December 2019
It's Christmastime in Aldovia, and a royal baby is on the way! Queen Amber (Rose McIver) and King Richard (Ben Lamb) are getting ready to take some time off to prepare for their first child's arrival, but first they have to host King Tai (Kevin Shen) and Queen Ming (Momo Yeung) of Penglia to renew a 600-year-old sacred truce.

But when the priceless treaty goes missing, peace is jeopardised and an ancient curse looms. Amber will have to figure out who the thief is before the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve, for the safety of her family and the kingdom.

Spirit Riding Free: The Spirit of Christmas

Available from 6th December 2019
Lucky and her friends embark on a Christmas Eve adventure into the city to find the perfect gift, but their return to Miradero for the holiday festivities is ruined when as avalanche derails their plans.

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