When the holiday season rolls around, there’s nothing quite like the warmth of seeing ourselves reflected on screen, especially in stories brimming with Black joy, love and laughter. For far too long, Christmas movies centered on families of color have been overlooked, but now, more than ever, we’re claiming our space at the heart of the holiday magic.
Watching Black holiday films isn’t just about seeing familiar faces or festive backdrops; it’s about celebrating our traditions, honoring our family bonds and finding joy in narratives that reflect our culture, resilience and radiance. This season, let’s cozy up to films that remind us that our joy, too, deserves to sparkle and shine. Here are the new, must-see Black holiday movies to add warmth, heart and a whole lot of laughter to your watchlist for the weekend and the rest of the holiday season.
Meet Me Next Christmas (Netflix) — currently streaming
Layla, played by Christina Milian, is on a festive “treasure hunt for love,” racing through New York City to score a ticket to the sold-out Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert. She hopes to rekindle the magic with her dream guy, James, played by Kofi Siriboe, when she arrives. With the help of a charming concierge, Teddy, portrayed by Devale Ellis, Layla’s journey is full of surprises, twists and a dash of holiday magic around every corner. Prepare for an enchanting, heart-racing adventure that’ll make you believe in love’s serendipitous timing!
Style Me For Christmas (BET+) — currently streaming
Tiffany, portrayed by Raven Goodwin, a plus-sized fashion designer on the brink of losing her mother’s beloved boutique, gets the opportunity of a lifetime when she’s hired to style Tedee Maxwell, played by Mario, a charming yet notorious R&B playboy in need of an image makeover. As Tiffany’s business relationship with Tedee starts to feel real, her dreams, career and love life collide in this heartfelt holiday romance. Get ready for laughs, love and plenty of fashion flair as two unlikely souls are wrapped up in more than just a publicity stunt this Christmas!
A Wesley South African Christmas (BET+) — November 28
Starring Jasmine Guy, Dorien Wilson, Terrence “TC” Carson, Novi Brown, Terayle Hill, Kianya Hayes, and Jesse ‘J-Flo’ Suntele, when Todd’s international business venture comes to a screeching halt, he must stay in Durban during the Christmas holiday to close the deal. He gets all the holiday trimmings with the Wesley family and all their holiday shenanigans in tow.
Brewster’s Millions: Christmas (BET+) — December 5
Monica Brewster, played by China Anne McClain, has it all. She’s a wealthy heiress with everything in the palm of her hand. But her rich and snobby ways are challenged as she’s tasked with learning the value of giving over receiving while rediscovering the importance of love, faith and family. Clench your diamond pearls and tune into what may be a timeless Christmas classic.
A Very Merry Beauty Salon (Lifetime) – December 7
In this festive, fun-filled holiday flick, Tia Mowry stars as Sienna, the owner of a bustling Atlanta beauty salon. When preparations for the annual Tinsel Ball collide with new feelings for a handsome visitor, portrayed by RonReaco Lee, Sienna is forced to juggle her business and blossoming romance. This movie delivers the perfect combination of glam, laughter and heart, with Mowry bringing her trademark charm to the screen. Plus, it’s the perfect excuse for a little holiday glam!
24-Karat Christmas (OWN) – December 21
When Trish, played by Samantha Marie Ware, a jewelry designer down on love, sends a set of wedding bands to the wrong recipient, she teams up with the wedding’s best man, depicted by Curtis Hamilton, to make things right before Christmas Eve. Along the way, they learn that love isn’t about waiting for it to find you—it’s about seizing the moment. This heartwarming holiday film is a dazzling reminder that love is the greatest gift of all.
Scouting For Christmas (Hallmark) — currently streaming
Tamera Mowry-Housley stars as Angela, a single mom and busy realtor who barely has time to breathe, let alone date. That is, until her daughter Brooklyn ropes her into helping a charming baker cater the scout troop’s holiday event. Just when sparks begin to fly, Angela’s adventurous ex, Dakota, returns with regrets, leaving her torn between the past and a potential new love. This cozy, heart-tugging holiday romance reminds us to make room for the unexpected—even at the busiest time of year!
