Kids & FamilyBarbie magically comes to life in this modern adaptation of the E.T.A. Hoffmann classic. The tale begins when Barbie, playing the role of Clara, receives a beautiful wooden Nutcracker as a gift from her favorite Aunt. That night, while Clara sleeps, the Nutcracker springs to life to ward off the evil Mouse King who has invaded Clara’s parlor. She awakes and aids the Nutcracker, but the Mouse King shrinks her by casting an evil spell. Clara and the Nutcracker set off on a spectacular adventure to find the Sugarplum Princess, the only one who can break the Mouse King’s evil enchantment. The tale is enhanced with spectacular dance scenes created by the acclaimed choreographer Peter Martins, and features the beloved music by Tchaikovsky. The real-life movements of dancers from the New York City Ballet bring the beauty of ballet to the screen in a way never seen before. Barbie in The Nutcracker shows that, if you are kind, clever and brave, anything is possible…
HolidayAshley and Mary-Kate Olsen star in this lighthearted, action-packed, romantic comedy. Running away to visit their grandmother at Christmastime, the adventurous twins find themselves on the journey of a lifetime when they become entangled with madcap gangsters.
HolidayIn the first-ever Elmo's World holiday special, Elmo is happily gearing up to celebrate Christmas. But what present will he give Dorothy, his beloved goldfish? As he searches for the perfect gift, Elmo is excited to learn that there are many different winter holidays. He discovers that Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa have much in common, too. His exploration sparks a journey to the North Pole, where Elmo meets Santa, who has some expert advice about the true spirit of Christmas - leading Elmo to the perfect gift for Dorothy!
ComedyEight-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) has become the man of the house, overnight! Accidentally left behind when his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation, Kevin gets busy decorating the house for the holidays. But he's not decking the halls with tinsel and holly. Two bumbling burglars are trying to break in, and Kevin's rigging a bewildering battery of booby traps to welcome them!
ComedyDiscover the magic of the Mean One this holiday season! Oscar-winning director Ron Howard and Oscar®-winning producer Brian Grazer bring Christmas' best-loved grump to life with the help of the irrepressible Jim Carrey as The Grinch. The Grinch is a celebration of the holiday spirit no home should be without! Why is The Grinch (Carrey) such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen) takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and The Grinch's world upside down, inside out…and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas.
Kids & FamilyWhen a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
HolidayNeal Page is an advertising executive who just wants to fly home to Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with his family. But all Neal Page gets is misery. Misery named Del Griffith — a loud mouthed, but nevertheless lovable, salesman who leads Neal on a cross-country, wild goose chase that keeps Neal from tasting his turkey. Steve Martin (Neal) and John Candy (Del) are absolutely wonderful as two guys with a knack for making the worst of a bad situation. If it's painful, funny, or just plain crazy, it happens to Neal and Del in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles." Every traveller's nightmare in a comedy-come-true!
ComedyThe fun begins when the rich and greedy Duke Brothers (Don Ameche and Ralph Bellamy) wager a bet over whether born loser Valentine (Eddie Murphy) could become as successful as the priggish Winthorpe (Dan Akroyd) if circumstances were reversed. The Dukes have the money to make this happen, but when Valentine and Winthorpe catch on they arrange for a rich and riotous payback!
ComedyHigh powered businessman Howard Langston (Arnold Schwarzenegger), is hard at work taking last-minute orders from customers to whom he just can't say no, including his son, Jamie (Jake Lloyd), who asked for the hottest action figure of the season -- Turbo Man! Unfortunately, Howard is facing one BIG problem. It's Christmas Eve and Turbo Man has been sold out since Thanksgiving! Howard's down-to-the-wire trek to find Turbo Man quickly turns into an odyssey wilder than he could have ever imagined. In the course of his seemingly endless Yuletide misadventures, he finds himself in a no-holds-barred fight-to-the-finish with a crazed postman named Myron (Sinbad), who is out to claim the last Turbo Man for his kid. It's enough to scare away even the bravest of men. But to Howard, this is war -- and he's determined to win...no matter what!
HolidayEnjoy yourself ... it's later than you think! It's advice to follow for shy New Orleans cookware salesclerk Georgia Byrd (Oscar nominee Queen Latifah) when her doctor informs her that she has less than a month to live. With news like that, it's time to give your life a serious makeover! So Georgia jets off on a dream vacation to live life like there's no tomorrow. Enjoy hearty laughs and rollicking comedic misadventures when Georgia shakes up a glamorous European resort spa while enthusiastically embracing a new look ... new moves ... and a new attitude! LL Cool J is the handsome suitor back home who's not about to let Georgia slip away. And Timothy Hutton, Gerard Depardieu, Alicia Witt and Giancarlo Esposito also star in this comedy hit that makes the good times last forever.
ComedyIt's the final days before Christmas in early 1940s Cleveland, and 9-year-old Ralphie wants one thing from Santa Clause more than anything else: a Red Ryder Carbine Action Air Rifle. As he trudges through the snow to school, faces the neighborhood bully and visits a malevolent department store Santa Clause, Ralphie connives, conspires and campaigns for the most fabulous Christmas present ever in this heartwarming, hysterical and sweetly nostalgic holiday film.
Kids & FamilyDora and Boots are waiting for their friend, the Hip-Hop-Bunny, to bring his basket filled with eggs and treats for their big Egg Hunt! But just as the Bunny arrives at the forest, Swiper swipes the basket and throws it far, far away into the Rainbow Garden -- where it's headed for a waterfall! It's Dora and Boots to the rescue as they join the Bunny on an Easter Day Adventure.
Kids & FamilyBarbie™ in A Christmas Carol is a heart-warming adaptation of the classic Dickens story filled with cherished Christmas carols, fabulous fashions and lots of laughs! The tale stars Barbie™ as Eden Starling™ the glamorous singing diva of a theatre in Victorian London. Along with her snooty cat, Chuzzlewit, Eden selfishly plans to make all the theatre performers stay and rehearse on Christmas Day! Not even Eden's costume designer and childhood friend, Catherine can talk Eden out of her self-centered tantrum. It's up to three very unusual Christmas Spirits to take Eden on a fantastical holiday journey that will open her heart to the spirit of the season and the joy of giving. Barbie™ in A Christmas Carol is a family favorite to enjoy every holiday season!
ComedyFrom Oscar®-nominated screenwriter Richard Curtis comes Genie, a holiday fairytale comedy about a genie, a man, and landing one last chance to fix the mess you've made of your life. With his job, life and family unraveling around him, a despondent Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) dusts off a jewelry box and unintentionally releases genie Flora (Melissa McCarthy), who just might be able to help him. Maybe. It's a longshot, frankly. In the process, Flora and Bernard will discover that love, and an unexpected friendship, can unleash a special holiday magic all its own.
George Chialtas, Allan Jacobsen & Henry Lenardin-Madden
Kids & FamilyDora and friends need your help on a magical double-length quest to save the Snow Princess and her whole Snowy Forest! Plus, help Dora bring a new toy to her baby brother and sister AND take Perrito to meet his twin puppy brother on Twins’ Day!
ComedyEach Christmas, an industrial tycoon and his family travel from New York City to Florida to spend the holiday season in the sun, and while they are gone, a philosophical homeless man takes up residence in the millionaire's Fifth Avenue mansion. Letting himself in through a hole in the fence, he puts on designer clothes, smokes expensive cigars, eats gourmet food, and opens up the townhouse to his homeless friends so that they, too, can share in the holiday spirit. When the real homeowner's daughter returns to NYC early and discovers the house has been taken over, the homeless haven is in danger of disappearing forever. However, the warmhearted nature of the homeless intruders reinvigorates the unhappy wealthy family, and everyone succumbs to the true spirit of Christmas. Starring Victor Moore ("Swing Time," "The Seven Year Itch"), Academy Award-nominee Ann Harding ("Holiday," "When Ladies Meet") and Emmy Award-nominee Charles Ruggles ("Bringing Up Baby," "The Parent Trap").
Scott Schultz, George Chialtas, Allan Jacobsen, Jennifer Oxley, Dave Marshall & Alice Wilder
Kids & FamilyLove is in the air with this bundle of Valentine's Day play dates! Bring Dora and Boots together for a picnic! Help Diego rescue Valentine's Day for his friend! And feel the love with Kai-lan, Blue, the Wonder Pets, and the Gabba Land gang!
Kids & FamilyFrosty the Snowman goes where he is needed most, and the town of Evergreen sure needed a visit. Mr. Tinkerton, the mayor, runs a tight ship, and there's no room for talk of magic or any other such nonsense. When Frosty the Snowman blows through town, he shows the town's children that magic is real. Tinkerton's sons, Charlie and Tommy, along with their friends Sarah and Walter, want to spread the word about Frosty's fun-loving, magical antics but meet resistance from Evergreen Elementary's dastardly principal Hank Pankley.
HolidaySecond chances start when a hardened criminal crosses paths with a precocious little girl who is helped by an angel to change hearts during the holiday season.
ComedyClassic Christmas romantic comedy stars Janet Leigh ("Psycho," Touch of Evil") as a poor young widow torn between a boring successful businessman and a romantic ne'er-do-well. Oscar-nominee Robert Mitchum ("Cape Fear," "Crossfire") and Wendell Corey ("Rear Window," "Sorry, Wrong Number") co-star.
ComedyTwo desperate dads compete in a no-holds-barred battle in this heartwarming and hilarious holiday comedy! Fun-loving Larry (Larry the Cable Guy) is having a bear of a time finding the perfect Christmas gift for his 8-year-old daughter, Noel. The season’s hottest toy, The Harrison Bear, is all sold out, but Larry will stop at nothing to make his little girl happy and get her the toy of her dreams.
HolidayCan there be such a thing as too much Christmas? Find out...when a magical Christmas wish is granted and Elmo gets to see what the world would be like if every day were Christmas! You'll enjoy lots of songs and holiday cheer with Elmo and his new friend Lightning, the reindeer, and discover for yourself why Christmas is best kept to one day a year!
HolidayWhen Tangie, a teddy bear goes into the Smile-erator on his head, his smile is put on upside down, causing him to end up on the bargain bin on Christmas Eve with other misfit toys, then onto Winkle's Emporium, a discount store. There, Tangie does his level best over the coming year to become a part of some family. He spends his time in Winkle's front window with Jack, a Jack-in-the-box with claustrophobia and Bird, a cuckoo clock bird with agorophobia.
HolidayA Hallmark Channel original movie. Excited for a calm Christmas, Mike Mitchell (Robert Buckley) unexpectedly gets roped into a Christmas House decorating reality TV show against his brother Brandon (Jonathan Bennett) in an epic brother vs. brother Christmas decorating showdown.
DramaGrace McQueen (Jessica Tandy) is a retired widow who isn’t content to just sit back and watch the grass grow. She wants more from life. After being turned down for several jobs, Grace begins a new chapter in her life when she discovers the world of public access cable television. She produces her own modest family story hour. Her warmth and charisma make her a natural on TV, and her cable show becomes an overnight success. Soon Grace is discovered by the networks and must choose between becoming a network creation, or being herself.
Kids & FamilyBob's can-do crew is busy decorating for the holidays and building a concert stage for rock stars Lennie and the Lazers. And guess who's coming home for Christmas? Bob's twin brother, Tom - all the way from the Arctic Circle! Unfortunately, things don't go as planned. Spud is up to his usual pranks, Lennie can't sing, and Bob forgot his Santa costume. And it seems Tom won't be home after all. Much to Bob's surprise, Elton John and a mysterious Santa make it a special Christmas to remember!
HolidayAs a woman’s Christmas wedding approaches, she is given the chance to experience the life she always dreamed of and must decide if the life she is currently living is the one she really wants.
HolidayEve, an adoptee who was left on the steps of a church on Christmas Eve as a newborn, feels like she can't move forward in her relationship with her boyfriend, Chris, because she's uncertain as to who she really is and where she really comes from. As a Christmas present, Chris hires investigative genealogist Pam Slaton to solve the mystery of Eve's origin. As Pam works to reunite Eve with her birth family, Eve and Chris embark on an emotional and romantic journey that may lead them to marriage and a committed future together.
ComedyThree generations of women attempt to celebrate Mother’s Day, but things go sour from the start. We discover quickly that things are not quite right with this family. There is the gruff father, a domineering grandmother, whacky middle-aged uncles, and a grandpa who is buried in the backyard. The celebration ends quickly when a shocking secret that was kept from everyone for years is now revealed.
DramaA young woman visiting her father’s homeland in the Soviet Republic of Estonia, discovers he's part of the dissident anti-Soviet underground. At first repelled by the country’s lack of luxuries, her compassion grows when she learns Christmas is not allowed to be celebrated, the churches are closed, and the citizens are living in fear. She soon joins forces with the rebellion’s leader and becomes engulfed in the struggle with the KGB. Based on historical fact, this is an inspirational movie of courage, compassion, and hope.
Kids & FamilyCelebrate the snowy holiday season with the Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi! First, join the Guppies for a fin-tastic snow-filled feature. Everyone in Bubbletucky is getting ready for the holidays … everyone except Mr. Grumpfish. The Guppies need to work together to show their grumpy neighbor the joy of the holiday season. Then, as a bonus holiday gift, team up with Team Umizoomi in two special episodes! Use your mighty math powers to help Milli, Geo, and Bot make Sanjay's holiday wish come true by finding him a sled on a journey through snowy Umi City. Then, help the team save the day when The TroubleMakers set 50 baby penguins loose in Umi City. You can count on a swim-sational holiday with Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi in these three festive episodes!
HolidayWhen Christmas comes each year and children’s thoughts turn toward Santa Claus and his reindeer flying through the night sky bringing presents, the magic of the season will prove to be as infectious as ever, thrilling each glad heart it touches. This program explores the history surrounding Christmas and the jolly old elf himself, Santa Claus. Take wonderful journey to explore the delights of Christmas. Find out all about Santa Claus and follow the Reindeer’s tracks all the way to Lapland, where the snow glistens and Santa waits by a welcoming, crackling fire to greet his visitors. As well as meeting Santa Claus, there are lots of Christmas stories and places to see, full of seasonal magic. Perfect as Christmas approaches or throughout the holiday season, this program will introduce the traditional tales of Christmas to younger viewers while treating more experiences lovers of the season to a truly beautiful, nostalgic ride on Santa’s Sleigh.
HolidayWarner Bros. has provided a feast of laughs this holiday season. First up is "Bugs Bunny's Thanksgiving Diet," featuring Bugs as head of a diet clinic specializing in weighty Thanksgiving matters. Then make way for "Daffy Duck's Thanks-for-giving Special," wherein Daffy's thoughts turn to what is nearest and dearest to him himself!
HolidayImagine yourself in a cozy warm chalet, high in the snowy mountains with a spectacular winter view. Fat snowflakes gingerly drift past the frosted window panes as you sit back, relax, and take in the scenery. In our chaotic world it is very important to steal a moment of peaceful relaxation and meditation. But if you are like one of the millions of people who find it difficult to find that special place of peace, this unique program offers you a vacation escape from the cares of the world outside. Four different musical selections to match your mood with this continuously looping winter entertainment. So snuggle up to this truly mood-altering program and let your winter dreams begin. Track One: Winter Meditation, Track Two: Classical Serenity, Track Three: Classical Dreams, Track Four: Christmas Lounge.
HolidayAs the holiday season approaches, single parents Alana and Johnny struggle to save the high school where they work and their children, popular cheerleader Samantha and quiet Max attend. But when a car accident nearly takes Samantha's life, Max makes a desperate decision that will forever bond their families together.
Concert FilmsFilmed on 12/18/04 at the sold out Universal Amphitheatre in LA, "Christmas Extravaganza" captures the full effect of a rockin' Setzer blowout with 25 tracks spanning from Setzer's entire career, from Stray Cats and BSO hits to Christmas chestnuts.