Celebrating the Best Christmas TV Episodes

The holiday season is an ideal time to snuggle up and relish in classic TV Christmas specials. These episodes deliver warmth, laughter, and occasionally a few tears, solidifying their status as timeless favorites. Here are some of the best Christmas specials to enjoy this season, presented in no particular order.

Friends, “The One with the Holiday Armadillo”
Ross tries to teach his son Ben about Hanukkah by dressing up as the Holiday Armadillo, only for Santa and Superman to join the fun, leading to hilarious chaos.

Happy Days, “Guess Who’s Coming to Christmas”
Richie invites Fonzie over for Christmas dinner when he finds out Fonzie will be spending the holiday alone, showcasing the true spirit of Christmas and family.

The Mary Tyler Moore Show, “Christmas and the Hard-Luck Kid II”
Mary Richards works on Christmas and befriends a young boy who is facing the holiday alone, highlighting themes of kindness and compassion.

Little House on the Prairie, “Christmas at Plum Creek”
The Ingalls family prepares for Christmas by making homemade gifts, reflecting on the true meaning of the holiday and the importance of family.

I Love Lucy, “I Love Lucy Christmas Special”
The Ricardos and the Mertzes celebrate Christmas together, reminiscing about past episodes in a series of heartwarming flashbacks.

The Honeymooners, “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas”
Ralph Kramden learns about selflessness when he pawns his beloved bowling ball to buy Alice a special Christmas gift, showcasing the importance of giving.

ER, “A Miracle Happens Here”
Dr. Greene and the staff of County General deal with various crises on Christmas Eve, but a miraculous event restores their faith in the holiday spirit.

The Big Bang Theory, “The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis”
Sheldon goes overboard trying to find the perfect gift for Penny after she gives him a thoughtful Christmas present, leading to heartfelt and humorous moments.

The Brady Bunch, “The Voice of Christmas”
Carol loses her voice before she is set to sing at the Christmas service. The kids rally together to make the holiday special and hope for a Christmas miracle.

The Golden Girls, “‘Twas the Nightmare Before Christmas”
The girls’ Christmas plans are disrupted by a series of comical events, but they ultimately find joy in each other’s company, proving that friendship is the greatest gift.

Everybody Loves Raymond, “The Ball”
Ray is so shattered when he discovers that the autographed Mickey Mantle baseball his father gave him as a child is a fake, that he wants to tell Ally that there is no Santa Claus.

Full House, “A Very Tanner Christmas”
The Tanners face a series of mishaps while preparing for Christmas, but the holiday brings them closer together, reinforcing the importance of family.

Home Improvement, “Bright Christmas”
Tim Taylor goes all out with his Christmas lights to win a neighborhood contest while dealing with family dynamics, blending humor with heartfelt moments.

These specials capture the essence of the holiday season, offering joy, laughter, and poignant reminders of what Christmas is truly about. Let us know if we missed any of your favourite festive episodes.