on Disney+, ten magical and magical films to (re)discover

In the kingdom of Disney, cartoons are king. But very good films are also invited to his Christmas table. The “Télérama” elves have selected for you ten works that are as funny as they are heartwarming, available on the platform.

The most retro: “Mary Poppins”

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! And to perfect the pronunciation of this magic word, what could be better than (re) discovering this sweet musical comedy with Julie Andrews, a true timeless ode to happiness. And if you never want to leave this super nanny, the charm still works with its suite Mary Poppins Returns.

The most beastly: “The Chronicles of Narnia”

Four children discover a wardrobe whose door leads them to a magical universe, populated by talking animals and plunged into a terrible winter by an evil witch. Special effects and disproportionate settings breathe magic into this first part of the saga.

The most liberated, delivered: “The Snow Queen”

A hit since its release in 2013, this beautiful coming-of-age story has become a Disney classic. The Snow Queen, it’s the story of Elsa, a princess who turns everything she touches into ice, and of Anna, her sister who is as daring as she is optimistic. Accompanied in their adventures by delightful secondary characters like Olaf the extroverted snowman, the heroines have captured the hearts of many children (and adults).

The funniest: “Santa & Co”

Santa Claus sees his 92,000 elves, responsible for wrapping our presents, dropping like flies, and leaves in a flying sleigh to seek help in Paris… Chabat has fun taking up the American tradition of Christmas comedies. His hood is well stocked.

The most Dickensian: “Scrooge’s Christmas Carol”

Swirling, aesthetically successful, dark as a waking nightmare and very faithful to Dickens, this trip of an old miser with the ghosts of his past, present and future Christmases, is a very good surprise.

Most dazzling: “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

A melancholy skeleton kidnaps Santa Claus to take his place… Iconoclastic, macabre and marvelous mingle, and fantasy triumphs. It is the beauty and goodness of monsters that the film defends, taking the side of Halloween against that of the naive Christmas. All Tim Burton is there. Stunning !

The most surprising: “Christmas at the Muppets”

The employees of the horrible Scrooge are anxious: will he grant them the traditional Christmas leave? Inspired by the famous Dickens tale, this animated film gives pride of place to the puppets of the Muppet showwhile letting yourself be won over by the magic.

The most legendary: “Crystal Trap”

John McTiernan’s film celebrates its 35th anniversary! As he prepares to spend Christmas with his wife and children, John McClane plays a game of hide and seek in a glass fortress, facing terrorists. This first part, which has become cult, explores this enclosed space with virtuosity. And Bruce Willis entered action film legend with his feline cop character.

The most family-friendly: “Mom, I missed the plane”

In 1990, Macaulay Culkin and his domestic traps hit the cinema, taking with him a whole generation of dirty kids who dreamed of putting down bad guys, not so bad. A family comedy par excellence, which even if it has aged a little, remains a very entertaining film to share.

The frostiest: “Ice Age”

We no longer present Manny, the majestic mammoth, Sid, the hilarious sloth, and Diego, the loyal tiger. Our three favorite prehistoric beasts are trying to bring a baby back to its tribe. This refreshing Christmas story is also a thrilling journey of initiation.