Whether you want comedy, nostalgia, or feel-good family moments, these Thanksgiving movies are perfect for your holiday watchlist.
Thanksgiving is more than just turkey, stuffing, and football — it’s also the perfect excuse to settle in with loved ones and watch a great movie. Whether your family prefers heartfelt dramas, cozy comedies, nostalgic childhood favorites, or films that simply feel like the holidays, there’s a Thanksgiving movie out there for every kind of celebration.
Some films capture the spirit of togetherness and gratitude, while others lean into the chaos, humor, and unexpected moments that make family gatherings so memorable. So, scroll through our top picks to find the perfect Thanksgiving watch for every mood — whether you’re craving a feel-good classic, a laugh-out-loud comedy, or a touching story that brings the holiday spirit home.
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‘The Blind Side’ is a story about the meaning of family. This movie is perfect to watch with your loved ones.
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‘Planes, Trains & Automobiles’ is the quintessential Thanksgiving movie.
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‘Pieces of April’ is by far Katie Holmes’s best movie. This film is a nice twist on the typical Thanksgiving movie.
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‘Hannah & Her Sisters’ is Thanksgiving family dysfunction at its best.
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Who can forget when Tom Hanks comes to Meg Ryan’s rescue on Thanksgiving in ‘You’ve Got Mail’?
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Never forget this ‘Rocky’ turkey scene: “You want the bird? Go in the alley and eat the bird.”
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Holly Hunter is a gem in ‘Home for the Holidays,’ when a young woman is forced to go home and spend Thanksgiving with her family.
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You can’t celebrate Thanksgiving without watching ‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving!’
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‘Free Birds’ is the perfect holiday film to watch with your little ones this Thanksgiving.
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While ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ may seem like just a Christmas movie, the story begins on Thanksgiving!
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