Movies Like Nutcracker on Ice

If you liked Nutcracker on Ice, a fantasy and music movie directed by Richard Wells, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
The Nutcracker (1993)
★ 5.8/10Also fantasy and music
On Christmas Eve, a little girl named Marie falls asleep and dreams herself into a fantastic world in which her toys become larger than life. She meets up with the Nutcracker Prince who takes her on a journey to his…
2
A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits (2016)
★ 7.2/10Also family and fantasy
A contemporary musical version of the classic Cinderella story in which the servant step daughter hope to compete in a musical competition for a famous pop star.
3
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
★ 7.4/10Also family and fantasy
Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his glowing nose, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius…
4
Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas (1997)
★ 6.2/10Also fantasy and family
Astonished to find the Beast has a deep-seated hatred for the Christmas season, Belle endeavors to change his mind on the matter.
5
Prancer: A Christmas Tale (2022)
★ 6.5/10Also family and fantasy
Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gather for Christmas. Bud comes to believe that Prancer may actually be magical, but Gloria fears his theory…
6
Dashing Through the Snow (2023)
★ 6.1/10Also fantasy and family
Eddie Garrick is a good-hearted man who has lost his belief in the wonder of Christmas. While spending time with his nine-year-old daughter Charlotte on Christmas Eve, he befriends a mysterious man in a red suit named…
7
Christmas...Again?! (2021)
★ 6.5/10Also family and fantasy
Rowena "Ro" is a high-spirited 11-year-old hoping to add more spunk to her Christmas celebrations when her parents’ divorce is going anything but smoothly.
8
That Christmas (2024)
★ 7.1/10Also family and fantasy
It's an unforgettable Christmas for the townsfolk of Wellington-on-Sea when the worst snowstorm in history alters everyone's plans — including Santa's.
9
Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017)
★ 6.5/10Also family and fantasy
Olaf is on a mission to harness the best holiday traditions for Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff.
10
The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol (2011)
★ 6.7/10Also family and fantasy
When Grouchy Smurf behaves badly to everyone and refuses to celebrate Christmas, the Smurfs of Christmas Past, Present and Future teach him to appreciate Christmas.
11
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
★ 7.9/10Also fantasy and family
Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to…
12
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! (2015)
★ 6/10Also fantasy and family
The holiday season gets extra chilly as Loki and the frost giant Ymir plot to conquer the world. Marvel heroes Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor and others must stop the villains from stealing Santa's power – if…
13
One Magic Christmas (1985)
★ 5.9/10Also family and fantasy
Ginny Grainger, a young mother, rediscovers the joy and beauty of Christmas, thanks to the unshakable faith of her six-year-old daughter Abbie and Gideon, Ginny's very own guardian angel.
14
Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration (2022)
★ 6.8/10Also family and fantasy
In honor of the 30th anniversary of the animated classic, this animated and live-action blended special showcases the fan-favorite movie, along with new musical performances, sets and costumes inspired by the classic…
15
The Year Without a Santa Claus (1974)
★ 7.2/10Also family and fantasy
Feeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see to where all the…
16
The Christmas Toy (1986)
★ 6.8/10Also family and fantasy
It's Christmas Eve and the playroom is alive with excitement for the new toys that will arrive the next day. Balthazar, the old and wise bear, explains to the other toys that they must welcome the newcomers even though…
17
Strange Magic (2015)
★ 7.3/10Also music and family
A love potion works its devious charms on fairies, elves and the swamp-dwelling Bog King as they all try to possess the potion for themselves.
18
Noelle (2019)
★ 6.6/10Also family and fantasy
Kris Kringle's daughter, Noelle, sets off on a mission to find and bring back her brother, after he gets cold feet when it's his turn to take over as Santa.
19
The Polar Express (2004)
★ 6.7/10Also family and fantasy
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
20
Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas (2004)
★ 7/10Also family and fantasy
Santa Claus, Mickey Mouse and all his Disney pals star in an original movie about the importance of opening your heart to the true spirit of Christmas. Stubborn old Donald tries in vain to resist the joys of the…