11 Christmas films hits according to Forbes



On taste and color, as we know, opinions differ... But box office receipts don't lie. There are a lot of movies that everybody likes. The world of cinema over the past decade are often pleased us such masterpieces. They collected a fabulous profit distribution and are loved by millions of viewers.

And a team the Website in anticipation of wonderful holidays seasons offers you a selection of the top grossing films of Christmas according to the magazine Forbes.

25-e a place — "Divine birth" of $ 37 million







Year of release: 2006

Starring: keisha castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac, Khiam Abbas, Sean Tobe and others.

This bright film is more like a nice tale that tells about the eternal. It briefly transferred to the main biblical themes, which are subtly woven into the ordinary human joys and experiences. By the way, this good and interesting film — a great opportunity to tell children the story of Christmas.

17-e a place — "a New Christmas tale" $ 60 million







Year of manufacture: 1988

Starring: bill Murray, Karen Allen, John Forsythe, John Glover, etc.

Wonderful melody Christmas doesn't sound to callous hearts. The telemagnate Frank Cross (bill Murray) is rich and endowed with power, but interested in nothing but money, of course. This cold-blooded businessman with an acerbic sense of humor can spoil the party to anyone. But the heavenly powers there is a special team, which on Christmas eve will be engaged in the education of miser Frank.

16-e a place — "Christmas Present" $ 60 million







Year of manufacture: 1996

Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, Rita Wilson, James Belushi, etc.

Dads are always busy. Work, work, work. But during the winter holidays they want to fix it. Come to the speech of the child, solemnly hoist the star on top of Christmas tree, buy a super toy. Although, it seems, the hero of this dynamic Comedy is not coming neither one nor the other, nor the third... Oh, no, "Iron Arnie" will not write itself to the founding fathers of the losers!

14th place-"Christmas vacation" $ 71 million







Year of manufacture: 1989

Starring: Chevy chase, Beverly D'angelo, Juliette Lewis, johnny Galecki etc.

In this family Comedy, as in delicious festive salad, you will find a little of everything. And funny situations, and the magic of Christmas, and many adventures. Chevy chase is a master at this part. Even an ordinary trip to the Christmas tree in the beginning of the film and installation illumination turned out to be a disaster. Whether still will be!

13th place-"Fred Claus, Santa's brother" $ 72 million







Year of release: 2007

Starring: Vince Vaughn, by Paul Giamatti, John Michael Higgins, Kevin spacey, etc.

Did you know that Santa Claus have a brother? That's a surprise! Unlike his brother, Fred grew up with a great skeptic. Parents have always loved and set good nick him an example. In the end, Fred fell out of love with everything to do with Christmas. But one day, on the eve of Santa Claus in trouble... Who will help him in this difficult hour?

12th place-"Christmas with the kranks" $ 74 million







Release year: 2004

Starring: Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dan Aykroyd, M. Emmet Walsh, etc.

The kranks ' the couple decided not to celebrate Christmas as usual. Instead of snow tales they chose a cruise to the Caribbean... But what about people who defied the traditions of where they firmly adhere to? Unknowingly, the couple caused such a public outcry that now they have to contend with a whole quarter of outraged neighbors. Here's a "scary" tale!

9th place-"Four Christmases" with $ 120 million







Release year: 2008

Starring: Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon, Robert Duvall, Jon Favreau, etc.

Lovers and carefree brad and Kate enjoy life. But soon coming serious testing — they will need to spend Christmas with their parents. However, it's much more difficult than the other pairs, because both his and her parents are divorced... So they need some way to have time one day to visit four different families.

6th place-"Santa Claus" $ 145 million







Release year: 1994

Starring: Tim Allen, judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson, Eric Lloyd.

This Christmas Scott met with his son. Turkey, however, burned, but overall the evening was good. But the night was tough! First, his house fell a man dressed as Santa Claus, and then he found that the roof is a sleigh reindeer with sleigh... Scott lost, son very happy what is happening, and deer, apparently, know what to do.

5th place-"Elf" $ 173 million







Release year: 2003

Starring: will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Zooey Deschanel, etc.

This is the wonderful Christmas story that should be seen with children, wrapped up warm blanket. In this movie, the funny mixed up story and reality. Why buddy the elf living at the North pole, stands out the growth and behavior among other tiny relatives? One day he decides to solve this mystery. And the adventure begins!

2nd place-"the Grinch who stole Christmas," $ 260 million







Release year: 2000

Starring: Jim Carrey, Taylor momsen, Jeffrey Tambor, bill Irwin, etc.

Memorable family Comedy about a green creature named the Grinch, who lives in a distant cave on the mountain near Whoville. Nobody likes him and he does not tolerate all people and their holidays. And one day before the celebration, while the ktovichey slept, he decided to steal their Christmas. Who will melt the ice in the heart of a beast, who so brilliantly played by Jim Carrey? It seems that it can only little girl Cindy...

1st place-"home Alone" $ 286 million







Year of manufacture: 1990

Starring: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel stern, Catherine O'hara, John candy

A favorite film of many generations and an absolute hit, of course. By the way, an incredible second part of this Comedy at the 4th place ($ 173 million). Years passed and we still smile watching a cute boy who on Christmas eve so smart that defends their home. And we again believe that he, and we will succeed in the coming year!

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