It’s not easy being Thanksgiving. Wedged in between Jack-O-Lanterns and Elves. After the candy corn, but before the candy canes.
That’s what makes Thanksgiving so strong. It’s all American, and it’s all about family, and well, Turkey. Admittedly, there aren’t a lot of Thanksgiving Movies, and even less great Thanksgiving Movies. I think this list I have come up with is as solid as aunt Bertha’s stuffing, which now you only have to wait a few more weeks for!
I have seen all of these movies at least once, and most of them multiple times. All five are set on or around Turkey Day, and that’s important because I didn’t want to stretch it too much. The theme of the Thanksgiving holiday had to be somewhere in the film. Reuniting with family, or trying to. Fighting with the family, or not trying to. Or, just the pain of being alone on the holiday meant for being with friends and family.
All five of these movies had some decent level of success, while a couple are considered legendary. There are Oscar winning actors and directors, a movie made out of a famous protest song, even a movie with a real life down and out Hollywood star just before his big recovery and comeback. Of course one of the films starts two of the most beloved stars in Hollywood history! So lets get to it. My Top Five Thanksgiving Movies of all time! Pass the gravy and save room for dessert pal!
