Best Thanksgiving Movies: Holiday Cheers, Comedy, and Classic Cartoons
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Lady Gaga & the Muppets Holiday SpectacularMovie · 2013 · 58mThis Thanksgiving special features Lady Gaga performing songs from her album "ARTPOP," joined by the Muppets and a selection of notable guests.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.8 - 2
Home Sweet HomeMovie · 1981 · 85mA recently released patient from a mental institution commandeers a station wagon and drives to the Bradleys' Thanksgiving dinner. He intends to disrupt their holiday celebration.IMDb 3.5TMDB 4.3 - 3
Pilgrim PopeyeMovie · 1951 · 7mIt's Thanksgiving, and Popeye has been raising a turkey in his yard, ready to be the centerpiece of the family meal. But Popeye struggles to bring himself to slaughter the bird, so he shares a story with his nephews about a time he was a pilgrim and a turkey saved him. He recounts hunting the turkey, who cleverly evades him, until he finally corners it. The turkey pleads for its life, claiming it's too scrawny to be eaten. Popeye offers the turkey spinach, but before it can eat it, Popeye is captured by Native Americans and tied to a stake. Watching from above, the turkey remembers the spinach, transforming into an eagle. The eagle attacks the Native Americans, carrying off a group and dropping them into a mountain, then turning another group into a totem pole. As Popeye finishes his story, he notices his nephews are gone. It's time for dinner, and they prepare to serve the turkey with a large helping of spinach.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 4
Pieces of AprilMovie · 2003 · 81m · Comedy, DramaApril Burns lives in a small apartment in New York City with her boyfriend, far from her emotionally distant family. When she learns her mother has a terminal illness, April invites them all home for Thanksgiving. As her father struggles to get everyone to the city, April – who isn't much of a cook – faces kitchen disasters and has to ask a neighbor for assistance.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 5
ThanksKillingMovie · 2008 · 67m · Comedy, HorrorDuring Thanksgiving break, a turkey goes on a violent rampage, attacking and killing college students with an axe.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.0 - 6
ThanksKilling 3Movie · 2012 · 99mThe foul-mouthed villain Turkie battles a rapping grandmother, a vacant puppet, a wig-wearing inventor, a bisexual space worm, and their equally absurd companions in his pursuit of the final copy of "ThanksKilling 2." Also known as "Turkeys, In, Space!".IMDb 2.7TMDB 3.4 - 7
Daffy Duck's Thanks-for-Giving SpecialMovie · 1980 · 24m · Animation, ComedyThis lighthearted 1980 Thanksgiving special features four classic Looney Tunes cartoons starring Daffy Duck. In "The Scarlet Pumpernickel," he’s a clumsy medieval hero trying to rescue a damsel. "Robin Hood Daffy" casts him as the comical Robin Hood, causing hilarious trouble with his Merry Men. "Drip-Along Daffy" shows Daffy's disastrous attempts at being an action hero. And in "His Bitter Half," he humorously deals with divorce by marrying another duck, who turns out to be a femme fatale, leading to chaos. Daffy’s signature charm and slapstick comedy provide timeless entertainment for viewers of all ages in this Thanksgiving special.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 8
PilgrimMovie · 2019 · 80m · Horror, ThrillerMs. Anna Barker hopes a Thanksgiving visit with Pilgrim reenactors will help her family appreciate what they have and connect with each other. However, when the "actors" remain in character, the Barker family discovers that gratitude can be taken to an extreme.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 9
¡Cóme!Movie · 2020 · 10mA 12-year-old Puerto Rican girl in Florida experiences a shift in her worldview when her arroz con leche, a traditional dessert, is met with indifference at her school's Thanksgiving gathering.IMDb 7.4 - 10
The Mouse on the MayflowerMovie · 1968 · 60mThe historic ship Mayflower is caught in a violent storm. The story unfolds through the eyes of Willum, a church mouse aboard. It begins with the pilgrim preachers' decision to journey to America and their embarkation on the Mayflower. A severe storm threatens to sink the vessel. Willum, a pilgrim mouse, devises a plan to save the ship. After a safe landing, the pilgrims draft the Mayflower Compact and begin building their church and colony. However, it’s autumn, and they face limited food supplies for the winter. They learn to cultivate crops in the spring and hold a large harvest feast as autumn approaches – their first Thanksgiving.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.0 - 11
Soup's OnMovie · 1948 · 7mDonald’s nephews arrive for lunch covered in dirt. After sending them to wash up, Donald is displeased with their efforts and punishes them by sending them to bed without dinner. The boys devise a plan to get food, and Donald catches them in the act. While chasing them, he falls off a cliff and is knocked unconscious. The nephews then construct a fake body and dress Donald as an angel, deceiving everyone until he regains consciousness.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.4 - 12
A Charlie Brown ThanksgivingMovie · 1973 · 25m · Animation, Comedy, FamilyThis Thanksgiving special follows the Peanuts gang as they share a day of food, friendship, and fun. Peppermint Patty invites herself and her friends to Charlie Brown's for a big turkey dinner. Charlie Brown, not known for his cooking, usually sticks to cereal and toast, and he feels overwhelmed at the prospect of hosting.
Fortunately, Linus, Snoopy, and Woodstock help Charlie Brown prepare a Thanksgiving meal. They work together to create a memorable feast for everyone. The story highlights the importance of community, teamwork, and gratitude during the holidays. This classic animated special, with its lovable characters and gentle humor, is a heartwarming reminder of cherished moments with family and friends.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3 - 13
Garfield's ThanksgivingMovie · 1989 · 23mGarfield believes Thanksgiving is all about indulging in as much food as possible – a cherished tradition. However, his holiday plans are derailed after a vet visit with Liz, who insists Garfield needs to lose weight.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.0 - 14
FriendsgivingMovie · 2020 · 95m · ComedyAfter a recent divorce, actress Molly gathers her recently-dumped lesbian best friend Abby and her mother Helen for a Thanksgiving dinner. The gathering descends into a dysfunctional, comical, and chaotic affair with their odd assortment of friends and acquaintances.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.6 - 15
Nightmare at Shadow WoodsMovie · 1987 · 79m · Horror, ThrillerIn the quiet town of Willow Creek, identical twins Todd and Terry are known for their friendly nature and involvement in community life. But a hidden darkness exists within them: Terry struggles with violent outbursts that often lead to legal problems. During a night at the drive-in, this repressed side explodes when Terry attacks a moviegoer with an axe, shattering the town's peace. The shocking event forces Todd and Terry to confront the complexities of human nature and the repercussions of their choices as they grapple with their inner desires and the expectations of society.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 16
Planes, Trains and AutomobilesMovie · 1987 · 92m · ComedyNeal Page, a stressed-out marketing executive racing against the clock, unexpectedly meets Del Griffith, a friendly but persistent shower curtain ring salesman. They end up on a long road trip to Chicago for Thanksgiving. The two men, with very different lives – one a busy city worker, the other a laid-back traveler – experience a series of funny mishaps and unplanned stops because of travel problems. As they deal with these unexpected events, Neal and Del gradually develop a bond, highlighting how people can connect when life throws them curveballs.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 17
A Winnie the Pooh ThanksgivingMovie · 1998 · 22mThanksgiving arrives in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Winnie the Pooh and his friends gather food for their feast. Piglet brings acorns, Pooh brings honey, Owl brings biscuits, Gopher brings lemonade, and Tigger brings ice cream. However, Rabbit arrives and declares their Thanksgiving dinner incomplete. He explains a proper Thanksgiving includes turkey, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. So, Pooh and his friends embark on a quest to find these essential ingredients.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 18
Bugs Bunny's Thanksgiving DietMovie · 1979 · 30mBugs Bunny's Thanksgiving Diet is a 1979 Looney Tunes television special that aired on CBS on November 15, 1979.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 19
Molly's PilgrimMovie · 1985 · 24mMolly's Pilgrim is a 1985 American short film directed by Jeffrey D. Brown, based on the children's book of the same name by Barbara Cohen. It follows Molly, a young Russian immigrant, who teaches her classmates the true meaning of Thanksgiving when her class receives a special holiday assignment. The film received an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.5 - 20
Nick's Thanksgiving FestMovie · 1989 · 30mThe film features two main stories, "Thanksgiving Nightmare" and "Thanksgiving Dreams," alongside several shorter scenes. Together, they explore the customs, enjoyment, and enthusiasm surrounding Thanksgiving.IMDb 7.1 - 21
Turkey DropMovie · 2019 · 84m · Romance, TV MovieLucy Jacobs, a college freshman, goes home for Thanksgiving and fears her high school sweetheart will break up with her. Determined to avoid heartbreak, Lucy pushes herself beyond her usual boundaries, showing she's grown up since leaving home.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.7
