Christmas Movie Trivia

Grab the hot cocoa, pull on those fuzzy socks, and settle in by the Christmas tree, because it’s trivia time! If your family is anything like mine, the holidays aren’t complete without a full lineup of classic Christmas movies. From belly laughs in Elf to tearjerkers like It’s a Wonderful Life, there’s something magical about these festive films.

Whether you’re a Christmas movie buff or just in it for the popcorn and cozy vibes, this Christmas movie trivia is packed with questions to test your knowledge, spark nostalgia, and maybe even inspire a holiday movie marathon.

We’ve included easy, medium, and challenging questions, so everyone in the family, from little ones to grandparents, can play along.

Easy Christmas Movie Trivia Questions

Let’s warm up with some festive favorites! These are perfect for kids or anyone who just loves a good ol’ classic holiday flick.

In “Home Alone,” where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
What’s the name of the Grinch’s dog in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
Which Christmas movie features a character named Buddy who was raised by elves?
In “The Polar Express,” what word does the conductor punch into the ticket of the main character?
What color is the Grinch?
Who says, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear”?
What magical object brings Frosty the Snowman to life?
Which Christmas movie has a train that goes to the North Pole?
In “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” what does Hermey the elf want to be?
What’s the famous line that ends “A Charlie Brown Christmas”?

Easy Round Answers:

Paris
Max
Elf
Believe
Green
Buddy the Elf
A top hat
The Polar Express
A dentist
“Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!”

Christmas Movie Trivia for Kids

These cheerful trivia questions are just for kids, and they’ll make your holiday movie night even more magical. Let’s see who’s been paying attention during those festive film marathons!

Easy Christmas Movie Questions Just for Kids:

In The Santa Clause 2, what does Santa have to do in order to keep his job?
In Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, who tries to make it the “perfect Christmas” with his nephews?
What do the elves use to power Santa’s sleigh in Arthur Christmas?
In Peppa Pig’s Christmas, what animal helps pull Santa’s sleigh?
What kind of food does the Gingerbread Man come to life from in many Christmas cartoons?
In Trolls Holiday, which Troll wants to bring Christmas-style traditions to the Bergens?
In Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas, what is George trying to find for the Man with the Yellow Hat?
Which reindeer is known for being really fast and is often first on Santa’s team?
In Paw Patrol: Pups Save Christmas, who gets stuck in the snow and needs rescuing?
In many Christmas movies, what does Santa say when he laughs?

Kid-Friendly Answers:

He has to get married (find a Mrs. Claus)
Donald Duck
A high-tech sleigh powered by Elf magic
Reindeer (of course!)
Gingerbread cookies
Poppy
The perfect gift
Dasher
Santa!
“Ho Ho Ho!”

Medium Difficulty Christmas Movie Trivia

Think you know your tinsel from your mistletoe? These questions dive a little deeper into holiday movie history and details.

What toy does Ralphie desperately want in “A Christmas Story”?
What department store does Kris Kringle work at in the 1994 version of “Miracle on 34th Street”?
In “The Santa Clause,” what causes Scott Calvin to become Santa?
Which Christmas movie begins with a court case to prove Santa is real?
In Elf, what does Buddy pour on his spaghetti?
Which actor stars as the Grinch in the live-action “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
What gift does Harry give to his secretary in “Love Actually”?
In “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” what does Clark Griswold hope to buy with his Christmas bonus?
What’s the name of the town in “It’s a Wonderful Life”?
In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” who is the Pumpkin King?

Medium Round Answers:

A Red Ryder BB gun
Cole’s (a fictional rival to Macy’s)
He accidentally causes Santa to fall off his roof
Miracle on 34th Street
Maple syrup
Jim Carrey
A gold necklace
A swimming pool
Bedford Falls
Jack Skellington

Challenging Christmas Movie Trivia

Alright, trivia champs, time to dig deep into your candy cane-covered memory banks. These tricky questions will separate the Santa’s helpers from the true Christmas movie masters.

In “Home Alone 2,” what hotel does Kevin stay at in New York City?
In “The Holiday,” what does Iris do for a living?
In “Scrooged,” what’s the name of Bill Murray’s character?
Which Christmas movie features a character named Oogie Boogie?
What song does Judy Garland sing in “Meet Me in St. Louis” that became a Christmas classic?
Which actor plays multiple roles in “The Polar Express”?
In “Die Hard,” what is the name of the building where the movie takes place?
What gift does Della buy for Jim in “Gift of the Magi” themed adaptations?
In “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” which Muppet plays Bob Cratchit?
What phrase does Bill Murray’s character say at the end of “Scrooged” to close the film?

Hard Round Answers:

The Plaza Hotel
She’s a newspaper columnist
Frank Cross
The Nightmare Before Christmas
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
Tom Hanks
Nakatomi Plaza
A chain for his pocket watch
Kermit the Frog
“For a couple of hours out of the whole year, we are the people that we always hoped we would be.”

Name That Christmas Movie Quote!

Can you guess which holiday classic these quotes are from? Great for movie lovers who remember the lines more than the plot!

“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.”
“You’ll shoot your eye out!”
“Look, Daddy. Teacher says every time a bell rings…”
“This is extremely important. Will you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year, I just want my family back.”
“Keep the change, ya filthy animal.”
“Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.”
“We’re gonna have the hap-hap-happiest Christmas!”
“I’m not a pervert! I just was looking for a Turbo Man doll!”
“I made my family disappear.”
“The thing about trains… it doesn’t matter where they’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.”

Quote Round Answers:

It’s a Wonderful Life
A Christmas Story
It’s a Wonderful Life
Home Alone
Home Alone 2
The Polar Express
Christmas Vacation
Jingle All the Way
Home Alone
The Polar Express

Christmas Movie Trivia Game Night Ideas

Want to turn this into a full-on game night? Here are a few fun ways to use this trivia:

1. Team Play

Split into two or more teams and take turns answering questions. Award points for correct answers and keep score!

2. Lightning Round

Give each team 60 seconds to answer as many questions as possible. It’s fast-paced, loud, and tons of fun.

3. Movie Charades Bonus

Throw in a round of Christmas movie charades to get everyone up and moving between trivia rounds.

4. Guess the Movie from the Scene

Describe a scene without naming characters or movie titles. Players guess the film based on your clues!

Fun Christmas Movie Facts

End your trivia night with these jolly little nuggets of movie magic:

Macaulay Culkin was only 10 years old when Home Alone was released.
Jim Carrey’s Grinch costume took over 8 hours to apply each day!
Tom Hanks voiced six different characters in The Polar Express.
The original title for “Elf” was “Elves”, and it almost had a much darker tone.
It’s a Wonderful Life was considered a flop at the box office, until TV re-runs made it a Christmas staple!

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, spending a cozy night in, or just want to show off your Christmas movie smarts, these trivia questions are sure to bring a little extra joy to your season. From snow-covered classics to hilarious modern favorites, there’s something timeless about Christmas movies that brings families together.

So pop the popcorn, grab the trivia cards, and settle in for a night of festive fun. And remember… the best way to spread Christmas cheer is quizzing loud for all to hear!

Christmas Movie Trivia