A Christmas Carol (1951)
Starring: Alastair Sim, Kathleen Harrison Director: Brian Desmond Hurst Reel Snapshot: Quintessential adaptation of the Dickens classic about a mean-spirited old man's Christmastime transformation. Vivid lead performance makes this a heartwarming favorite for sentimental classics fans and holiday traditionalists. Runtime: 86 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Drama, Family, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy

A Christmas Carol (1938)
Starring: Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart Director: Edwin L. Marin Reel Snapshot: Acclaimed version of Dickens' classic drama about crabby miser taught lesson in compassion by sinister spirits. Noteworthy for its creepy graveyard sequence. Solid holiday entertainment for classics fans. Runtime: 70 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Drama

The Homecoming: A Christmas Story (1971)
Starring: Richard Thomas, Patricia Neal Director: Fielder Cook Plot Summary: This made-for-TV movie which features a Christmas family get-together in Depression Era Virginia, was the forerunner to famed TV series, "The Waltons." Runtime: 98 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Drama

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Starring: James Stewart, Donna Reed Director: Frank Capra Reel Snapshot: Sweet-natured classic drama about a near-suicidal man learning the value of his existence. Nostalgic classics buffs will enjoy this mega-dose of all-American sentimentality, which has become a staple holiday film. Runtime: 129 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Classic, Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy

Holiday Inn (1942)
Starring: Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire Director: Mark Sandrich Reel Snapshot: Tuneful romantic yarn about holiday resort. Thinly plotted, but appealing cast, memorable score, Astaire's "Firecracker" dance make this thoroughly entertaining for lovers of vintage musicals and those curious about the genre. Runtime: 101 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Classic, Comedy, Music, Romance

White Christmas (1954)
Starring: Danny Kaye, Bing Crosby Director: Michael Curtiz Reel Snapshot: WWII-vets-turned-Broadway-stars find romance at Vermont resort while staging show to save bankrupt general. Holiday musical classic amply entertains fans of old-fashioned musicals with heartwarming, humorous story, exuberant choreography, engaging performances. Collector's Edition includes: Widescreen Edition VHS with original and re-release theatrical trailers, a copy of Rosemary CLooney's script, CD Soundtrack, 8/10" black and white still of Rosemary Clooney, and collector's brochure. Runtime: 120 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Christmas, Classic, Comedy, Music

A Christmas Without Snow (1980)
Starring: Michael Learned, John Houseman Director: John Korty Plot Summary: As the holiday season approaches, a recently divorced woman gets unexpected comfort from the cantankerous director of a church choir. Runtime: 96 minutes Rating: NR Genre: Drama