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10 Movies to Celebrate the Advent Season

Advent Movies are about more than glittering lights and happy family reunions. It’s also about looking forward to better days, believing that they will come since God became man and paved the path.
 
So here are some of the best Advent Movies that could be included in your favorite Christmas movies that you can enjoy with your family.

WHEN IS ADVENT?

Advent 2023 begins Sunday, December 3 and ends on Sunday, December 24.

WHAT IS AN ADVENT CALENDAR?

An Advent calendar is a special calendar used to count or celebrate the days in anticipation of Christmas.

Since the date of the first Sunday of Advent varies, falling between December 3 and Saturday, December 24, inclusive, the advent calendar compromises by beginning on the 3rd of December.

Here are 10 Movie Advent Calendars Perfect for the Season!

Advent Movies

The Advent Season is all about reflecting on how we can prepare our hearts and homes for Christ’s birth in the world as it is today.  Here are movies that celebrate Christ.

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The Nativity Story
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Said Amadis, Keisha Castle-Hughes, Ciarán Hinds (Actors)

The Nativity Story

In a story of profound faith, one young woman struggles with destiny as she is chosen to give birth to the Son of God and to become the object of salvation for billions of souls.

The Star
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant (Actors)

The Star

Bo, a brave donkey, and all his new hilarious animal friends go on the adventure of their dreams filled with lots of laughter.

The Star of Bethlehem
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Frederick A. Larson (Actor)

The Star of Bethlehem

An unusual star is claimed to have appeared in the sky at the time of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. This movie is an investigation into the story. come learn about this ancient mystery and draw your conclusions.

The Small One
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Sean Marshall, William Woodson, Olan Soulé (Actors)

The Small One

A young boy discovers the true spirit of the Christmas season.

Ben Hur
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Charlton Heston, Gerard Plunkett, Duncan Fraser (Actors)

Ben Hur

An animated version of the classic Ben Hur, a tale of the Christ, voiced by Charlton Heston.

The Three Wise Men
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Andy Griffith (Actor)

The Three Wise Men

Narrated by the legendary Andy Griffith, the animated special The Three Wise Men is a charming re-imagination of the classic Christmas story following the three wise men on a wondrous quest to meet the newborn king.

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The story includes a soundtrack of holiday carols by The Brothers Cazimero and a new original song, “Just A Breath Away (Noel),” by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Jonas Myrin.

True Story of the Nativity
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Roger Moore (Actor)

True Story of the Nativity

Hosted by Roger Moore, the story of the early years of the Holy Family is revealed through contemporary scientific discoveries and startling new evidence! This documentary chronicles the journey of the Holy Family to Bethlehem and beyond.

Witness the birth of Christ and then follow Mary, Joseph, and the newborn Jesus as they are forced to flee into Egypt to escape Herod’s murderous decree.

The Nativity
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Gayle Bedall, Claudio Brook (Actors)

The Nativity

This colorful and inspirational adaptation of the greatest story ever told follows the life of Jesus Christ from his birth through his childhood.

Chasing The Star
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Yancy Butler, Rance Howard, Terence Knox (Actors)

Chasing The Star

Three Magi Priests from different regions of the world journey through the unforgiving desert in hopes of finding proof of an age-old prophecy. But Kings of men and fallen angels will stop at nothing to destroy the Magi and the baby boy they hold dear.
 
These evils force the Magi to confront and make peace with old demons to prepare for the arrival of the newborn King.
 
The Star Of Bethlehem
  • Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
  • Anthony Jacobs (Actor)

The Star Of Bethlehem

A nativity story animated with music performed by the Glyndebourne Festival Chorus.

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