The holidays are a magical time for family traditions, and for many of us, cozying up with a warm drink and watching holiday movies is a cherished ritual. But finding Latino holiday movies that celebrate and reflect our Latino heritage can feel like a challenge. That’s why I’ve curated a list of festive movies that spotlight Latino and Latina actors with themes that reflect our culture. Let’s celebrate the season while embracing the beauty of our culture!
“Christmas With You” (2022)
This Netflix rom-com stars the talented Aimee Garcia and Freddie Prinze Jr. The story follows a pop star looking for inspiration who finds herself in a small town during the holidays. With heartwarming moments, familial love, and delicious tamales, this film beautifully blends holiday cheer with Latino traditions.
“Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008)
This heartwarming comedy-drama features an incredible ensemble cast, including John Leguizamo and Elizabeth Peña. It’s a story about a Puerto Rican family coming together for the holidays in Chicago, navigating love, loss, and laughter. It’s a relatable and authentic depiction of family dynamics during the festive season.
“Reviviendo la Navidad” (2022)
In this comedy Christmas-hating man is forced to like the holidays; Chuy (Mauricio Ochmann) becomes stuck in a Navidad time loop. He is cursed to go to sleep on Christmas and wake up in the next year’s festivities, dealing with everything that happened the last year — which he didn’t live or experience—in one day.
Feliz NaviDAD (2020)
In this movie, starring Mario Lopez, a single dad David Morales has lost the holiday spirit after also losing his wife a few years ago. But this year his daughter and sister are determined to bring it back.
Make It a Movie Night Tradition
Pair your movie night with some holiday foods like champurrado, buñuelos, or coquito. It can become a new tradition to honor our heritage while making lasting memories with your family.
Which of these films will you add to your holiday watchlist?
