As the holiday season winds down and the remnants of Christmas dinner are cleared away, families can keep the festive spirit alive by gathering around for a movie marathon. This year, consider diving into some of the best Black holiday films of 2025. Experts have curated a list of must-watch films that promise both entertainment and heartwarming messages.

1. Christmas by Design

In “Christmas by Design,” viewers will be whisked into the world of a handbag designer who finds herself in a race against time to complete her charity collection for the holidays. However, her plans are derailed when her work falls victim to a data breach. As she joins forces with an IT expert — who just happens to be an old holiday romance — the story unfolds to reveal that sometimes, the greatest gifts are those of second chances.

This film, featuring a standout cast including Danielle LaRoach, Lamon Archey, Monanik Dugar, and Celeste Seda, is a heartfelt narrative filled with seasonal charm and a poignant message about redemption and new beginnings.

Where to watch: BET+

Where to watch: BET+

2. Love after the Holidays

A film synopsis per blackfilm.com: A once-beloved talk show host battles addiction, personal loss, and the collapse of her career and family life. During the holidays, she begins a journey of healing, confronting her past and rebuilding her relationships in hopes of reuniting with her daughter.

This film is at the top of our watch-list. Amia Brock as Mimi lights up the screen as she brings the magic of the season to the small screen. Love after the Holidays also stars Jacinth Headlam, Malik Yoba, Jeremy Meeks, and Trina.

Where to watch: BET+

3. A Soulful Christmas

A film synopsis per blackfilm.com: The children of two feuding R&B icons are forced to collaborate on a holiday song remake. As they confront family rivalries and long-standing tension, harmony grows — both musically and romantically.

This film brings laughter, fun, music, and the holiday spirit to everyone. Starring  Kaci Walfall, Myles Truitt, Shanice, Kenny Lattimore, Taylor Symone, E. Roger Mitchell, and Towanda Braxton, we are sure that this will become one of your holiday favorites.

Where to watch: BET+

Didn’t find anything on our expert list? We have a few more that might be a perfect fit. 

4. The Naughty Nine

A BCKOnline synopsis: Mischievous fifth grader Andy finds himself without a present from Santa on Christmas morning. Realizing he must have landed on the “naughty list” and feeling unfairly maligned, Andy pulls together a team of eight other “naughty listers” to help him execute an elaborate heist in Santa’s Village at the North Pole to get the presents they feel they deserve. Along the way, the group comes to realize that the very best way off the naughty list is to redirect their unique talents for good ― instead of mischief.

Where to watch: Disney Channel, and Disney+

5. Dashing Through The Snow

A BCKOnline synopsis: Eddie Garrick, (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges), is a good-hearted man who has turned his back on Christmas due to a traumatic childhood experience. At the request of his wife Allison Garrick, from whom he is separated, Eddie takes his 9-year-old daughter Charlotte (Madison Skye Validum), to work with him on Christmas Eve, where they meet a mysterious man in a red suit named Nick. Eddie, who is a social worker, thinks the man is delusional and needs professional help, but when he evokes the wrath of a local politician, he and his daughter are taken on a magical adventure that just might restore his faith in Christmas.

Where to watch: Disney Channel, and Disney+

6. Candy Cane Lane

A BCKOnline synopsis: Candy Cane Lane follows a man’s determined quest to win the neighborhood’s annual Christmas decorating contest. He teams up with an elf to help him win–and the elf casts a spell that brings the 12 days of Christmas to life, which brings unforeseen chaos to town.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime

Still didn’t find something to binge? Don’t worry, here are over sixty other choices that may be the perfect fit!

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