Looking for Hanukkah movies to watch this holiday season? From comedies and romances to animated favorites, these films bring Jewish humor, traditions, and festive vibes to your holiday watchlist.
Best Hanukkah Movies: Mistletoe & Menorahs (2019)
A toy executive must quickly learn Hanukkah traditions to land a major client and enlists help from a coworker’s friend who’s busy staging the perfect Christmas setup. As they trade holiday lessons, romance naturally follows.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Vudu
Best Hanukkah Movies: The Night Before (2015)
On Christmas Eve, lifelong friends (Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, and Anthony Mackie) reunite for one last wild holiday tradition before adulthood officially takes over. Their quest to find the legendary Nutcracker Ball delivers plenty of chaos, heart, and Seth Rogen’s signature humor.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video (rent), Apple TV, Vudu
Eight Crazy Nights (2002)
Adam Sandler’s animated Hanukkah comedy about a troubled man who finds redemption during the Festival of Lights. Crude, musical, and surprisingly heartfelt.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video (rent), Apple TV, Vudu
Movie: Eight Crazy Nights
Language: Italian pic.twitter.com/4rGrpV0nBn— 🎄 Out Of Context International Dubs 🎄 (@OutOfContxtDubs) December 25, 2024
Best Hanukkah Movies: An American Tail (1986)
An animated classic about a Jewish immigrant family seeking hope in America. Not Hanukkah-specific, but rich in Jewish themes and culture.
Where to watch: Peacock, Amazon Prime Video (rent), Apple TV
Rugrats: A Rugrats Chanukah (1996)
The iconic animated special that teaches kids the story of the Maccabees through imagination and humor. A timeless family favorite.
Where to watch: Paramount+, Amazon Prime Video (rent)
The jokes per minute in A Rugrats Chanukah rival almost every comedy on tv today. Just incredible writing pic.twitter.com/QsGoZBqVvc
— Breeana Flannery (@BreeanaFlannery) December 27, 2024
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