The Best New Netflix Original Christmas Movies and Specials to Watch in 2023

Our favorite festive family is back for a third round of holiday magic! This time, brother and sister duo Jules and Noor must put their heads together to figure out a way to finish delivering the gifts that their Grandpa Noël left behind.

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The history between old friends, Charlotte and Jackie, is a little rocky, to say the least. And they both have families of their own, now. The thing about fate, though, is that it doesn't always have everyone's best interest in mind—which must explain why Charlotte and Jackie randomly bump into each other this holiday!

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Seeing Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms play two overwhelmed parents during the holidays is the ultimate present! That's only because they're hilarious, witty, and somehow living inside the bodies of their two rebellious teenage children! Remember the date: November 30—because you'll want to be seated in front of your television on premiere day.

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We've been on the Virgin River train for over 5 seasons now, and we don't plan on getting off anytime soon. Especially since the show decided to treat us to not one, but two holiday episodes that are sure to lift our spirits. There will be Christmas music, holiday contests, and the discovery of Mel's father! You'll be pretty busy come November 30, apparently, because these episodes also release that day!

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The Strawberry Shortcake franchise has been around for quite some time now, but this holiday special is one like no other! You and your kids can join Strawberry and her sweet sidekicks as they try to avenge Winter Swirl from a bad guy who is on the prowl to steal.

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Talk about a modern love story! Layla (Christina Milian) wants nothing more than to impress her knight in shining armor this Christmas. It'll be tough, but she knows that the best way to do that is by getting him tickets to see Pentatonix at their Christmas Eve concert. The only problem is: It's already sold out! The exact release date on this one is still to be determined, but we'll be sure to keep you posted once we know.

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A couple who are part of two very different cultures (one with Indian roots, the other from a Norwegian upbringing) know that they care for each other! It's just that their very loving but very prideful families must learn how to accustom themselves to each others differences while spending the holidays together. This rom-com will have the laughs rolling in like no tomorrow. Christmas as Usual premieres on December 6, so make sure you clear your calendar.

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We're not too sure why, but someone labeled this spunky crew of talking animals the "bad guys" in the neighborhood. Okay, we're joking, they're usually up to no good! 😂 Still, they find a way to use their devious skills to commit some sweet holiday tasks in this special. This one hits Netflix on November 30.

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If you're in need of a reason to celebrate this Christmas, let it be the news of season 6 of The Great British Baking Show: Holidays. It will be the last time that you'll catch Matt Lucas hosting the franchise, so make sure you tune in for a season of holiday-esque sugar and sweets! Catch the new season on December 8!

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Thando is an extremely successful woman who has no reason to lie. That doesn't stop her from telling her parents that she has a boyfriend, when in reality, she's a single 30-year-old who now needs to "find love" before traveling back home for the holidays. This is a limited series that you won't want to miss! You can watch once it airs on December 15.

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Young ones know allll about the animated series, Gabby's Dollhouse! They'll be left smiling ear-to-ear once they hear that Gabby and the Gabby Cats have traveled all the way to Santa Kitty's headquarters to help him deliver presents. This one is a wholesome and fun watch!

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