10 Movies for New Year Holidays You Probably Haven't Watched

Tired of "The Irony of Fate" and "Home Alone"? We've compiled a collection of unusual films with a holiday vibe that will create a cozy atmosphere during New Year's holidays. Here are modern Russian cinema, romantic comedies, and family stories.

Main points from the article:

• All movies have a high rating;

• Create a festive mood;

• Suitable for family viewing;

• Include modern films and 90s classics;

• Available on popular streaming services.

"Silver Skates" (2020)

• IMDb rating: 7.7;
• Director: Mikhail Lokshin.

A beautiful costume melodrama about love in pre-Christmas Petersburg of 1899. The story of a letter carrier and the daughter of a high-ranking official, their adventures on the frozen canals of the capital. The film is impressive with its grand decorations and romantic atmosphere of the old city.

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"While You Were Sleeping" (1995)

• IMDb rating: 7.5;
• Director: John Turteltaub.

A warm romantic comedy with Sandra Bullock. A sweet cashier falls in love with a stranger and gets entangled in a family story. Cozy winter Chicago atmosphere, charming characters, and kind humor.

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"Land of Good Children" (2013)

• IMDb rating: 7.1;
• Director: Oльga Kaputur.

A family New Year's fairy tale about a girl who finds herself in a magical land of well-behaved children. A great choice for watching with kids: modern humor, beautiful visuals, and a meaningful plot.

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"Christmas for Two" (2019)

• IMDb rating: 6.9;
• Director: Paul Figg.

A charming romantic comedy with Emily Clarke. The heroine works as an elf in a Christmas store and meets a mysterious stranger who changes her life. The film is filled with music by George Michael.

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"Noel" (2004)

• IMDb rating: 7.0;
• Director: Chadz Pamlintery.

A warm Christmas story about five residents of New York whose lives mysteriously intersect on Christmas Eve. Featuring Penelope Cruz and Susan Sarandon in leading roles.

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"New Year Tariff" (2008)

• IMDb rating: 7.1;
• Director: Evgeny Bedarev.

A Russian romantic comedy with an unusual plot. Young people communicate over the phone for a year: he meets 2008, she — already 2009. A light, magical story about love and miracles.

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"Christmas on Madison Avenue" (2021)

• IMDb rating: 6.9;
• Director: Amy Fors.

A hopeless romantic Eva Jordan is called to help grumpy writer Lucas Blade decorate his luxurious penthouse for Christmas and create a festive mood in his heart.

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"Happy New Year, Mom!" (2012)

• IMDb rating: 6.3;
• Directors: Sarik Andriasyan, Artem Aksenenko.

A kind film anthology of five New Year's stories about maternal love. Each novella features touching events related to the holiday.

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"The Family Man" (2000)

• IMDb rating: 7.8;
• Director: Brett Ratner.

A romantic comedy with Nicolas Cage about how a successful businessman gets a chance to see what his life could have been like if he had chosen love over career.

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"Hello, Julie!" (2010)

• IMDb rating: 7.9;
• Director: Rob Reiner.

A charming romantic story about first love, set during Christmas holidays. A light and kind film with a brilliant performance by young actors.

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These movies will help create a festive mood and add variety to your New Year's holidays. Each one is filled with warmth, romance, and belief in miracles — exactly what you need for a cozy winter evening.

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