TBS and TNT Reveal 2026 Christmas Movie Schedule Including Elf and A Christmas Story Marathons

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on TBS and TNT, and the networks aren't wasting any time getting into the holiday spirit. Beginning Friday, November 13, both channels are bringing back their annual holiday programming celebrations, complete with Christmas classics, festive sitcom episodes, and those beloved 24-hour movie marathons.

TBS will once again roll out its All I Watch for Christmas lineup, while TNT brings back Christmas Maximus. Between Elf, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, The Polar Express, and A Christmas Story, there's no shortage of holiday favorites to keep fans entertained through December.

Elf, Christmas Vacation and A Christmas Story Return for 24-Hour Marathons

What's the holiday season without watching the same Christmas movie five times in one day? TBS and TNT are keeping that tradition alive with several 24-hour marathons featuring some of the most recognizable Christmas movies around.

TBS will air its Elf marathon beginning Friday, November 27, at 8 p.m. ET, continuing through Saturday, November 28, at 8 p.m. ET. That's an entire day of Buddy the Elf spreading Christmas cheer, whether anyone asks for it or not.

Meanwhile, TNT will turn things over to the Griswold family with a National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation marathon beginning Saturday, November 28, at 8 p.m. ET, running through Sunday, November 29, at 8 p.m. ET. Clark Griswold's holiday disasters have become practically required Christmas viewing, and this year's schedule makes sure fans get plenty of opportunities to revisit them.

And Christmas Eve wouldn't be complete without Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB gun. Both networks will celebrate with their annual A Christmas Story marathons, beginning December 24 at 8 p.m. ET on TBS and 9 p.m. ET on TNT. Both marathons will continue through Christmas Day.

Red One Makes Its TBS and TNT Debut

There's also something newer joining the holiday festivities. The Christmas action-comedy Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, will make its TNT network premiere on Sunday, November 15, at 8 p.m. ET, followed by its TBS debut on Friday, November 20, at 8 p.m. ET.

The 1994 version of Miracle on 34th Street is another addition to this year's festivities, making its first appearance on both networks. TNT will air the movie November 27 at 2:30 p.m. ET, while TBS gets its turn November 28 at 8 p.m. ET. Other holiday favorites appearing throughout the season include Four Christmases, Fred Claus, Candy Cane Lane, The Year Without a Santa Claus, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and The Polar Express.

For fans who prefer a little nostalgia with their holiday viewing, the networks are also bringing back The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and Wonka.

Christmas Sitcom Marathons Are Also on the Way

TBS isn't limiting the festivities to movies. Fans can revisit holiday episodes of Friends, The Big Bang Theory, The Office, Family Matters, and American Dad.

The Friends Thanksgiving marathon begins November 21 at 10 a.m. ET, with another Thanksgiving marathon scheduled for November 26 at 12:30 p.m. ET. Christmas-themed episodes return December 20, followed by additional holiday programming on Christmas Eve.

The Big Bang Theory gets its own Christmas programming on December 15 beginning at 8 p.m. ET, while The Office Christmas marathon arrives December 20 at 8 a.m. ET. Additional holiday sitcom marathons are scheduled throughout December 20 and December 24.

And for anyone who wants a break from Christmas movies before the ball drops, both networks have New Year's Eve programming planned, including A Minecraft Movie, Jumanji: The Next Level, and Central Intelligence on TBS.

TBS and TNT 2026 Christmas Movie Schedule: Key Dates and Marathons

With so many holiday favorites returning, there's plenty to keep track of between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Here's a look at some of the biggest movie premieres, seasonal favorites, and special marathons scheduled for TBS and TNT.

All times listed are Eastern.

Date	Movie or Event	Network	Time (ET)
Nov. 13	Holiday Programming Begins	TBS & TNT	Various
Nov. 13	National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation	TBS	8 PM
Nov. 14	Elf	TBS	8 PM
Nov. 15	Red One Network Premiere	TNT	8 PM
Nov. 20	Red One Network Premiere	TBS	8 PM
Nov. 21	Friends Thanksgiving Marathon	TBS	10 AM
Nov. 26	The Big Bang Theory Thanksgiving Marathon	TBS	6 PM
Nov. 27	Miracle on 34th Street (1994)	TNT	2:30 PM
Nov. 27–28	Elf 24-Hour Marathon	TBS	8 PM start
Nov. 28	Miracle on 34th Street (1994)	TBS	8 PM
Nov. 28–29	Christmas Vacation 24-Hour Marathon	TNT	8 PM start
Dec. 15	The Big Bang Theory Christmas	TBS	8 PM
Dec. 20	The Office Christmas Marathon	TBS	8 AM
Dec. 20	Friends Christmas Marathon	TBS	12 PM
Dec. 24–25	A Christmas Story 24-Hour Marathon	TBS	8 PM start
Dec. 24–25	A Christmas Story 24-Hour Marathon	TNT	9 PM start
Dec. 25	A Christmas Story Christmas	TNT	9 PM

Where to Watch Christmas Movies on TBS and TNT in 2026

All I Watch for Christmas on TBS and Christmas Maximus on TNT officially kick off Friday, November 13, and continue throughout the holiday season.

Whether you're watching Buddy the Elf spread Christmas cheer, the Griswolds turn the holidays into a disaster, or Ralphie dream about that BB gun, there's plenty of festive entertainment headed your way. The hardest part might be deciding which Christmas classic to watch first.