Christmas is just around the corner, and new research from Virgin Media Ireland has uncovered the definitive list of Ireland’s most-loved festive films.
The new study compiled the top 100 highest-grossing Christmas films and analysed their search volumes each December since 2021 to reveal the movies Irish audiences turn to when getting into the festive spirit. The result is a feel-good festive line-up of the nation’s favorite Christmas movies.
You can also find out which movie each county prefers in the full research.
Tied at the top with an impressive 74,000 searches every December since 2021, "Love Actually" claims joint first place as Ireland’s most-loved Christmas movie. Its heartfelt stories, all-star cast and cosy festive setting continue to capture the nation’s heart year after year.
Sharing the top spot is "Home Alone," with 74,000 searches. The much-loved classic remains a favourite with Irish families, with Kevin McCallister’s clever traps and Christmassy chaos still bringing in laughs.
Coming in at number three is "Red One," with 60,500 searches. The action-packed adventure has quickly become a modern Christmas favourite, blending holiday magic with blockbuster excitement.
In fourth place we have "Die Hard," pulling in 40,500 searches. The debate may continue over whether it’s truly a Christmas movie, but Irish audiences are clearly still tuning in every festive season.
Rounding out the top five is "Elf," also with 40,500 searches, proving that Buddy the Elf remains as popular as ever.
The top 10 most popular Christmas movies in Ireland are:
- Home Alone
- Love Actually
- Red One
- Die Hard
- Elf
- It's a Wonderful Life
- Last Christmas
- Krampus
- Miracle on 34th Street
- Dear Santa
Whether you’re into heartfelt romance, laugh-out-loud family fun, festive action or modern Christmas adventures, this list has something for everyone. So grab the popcorn, get cosy on the sofa and settle in for a Christmas movie night featuring Ireland’s festive favourites.
For the complete list of Ireland’s favourite Christmas movies, including the most popular film in each county, click here.
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