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Spike your eggnog and stream these adult Christmas comedies

Spike your eggnog and stream these adult Christmas comedies

Because sometimes, Christmas movies are better with a little adult fun.

Everyone loves a wholesome Christmas movie… but if you’re looking for something that goes a little harder (like the rum in your eggnog), there are plenty of adult comedy Christmas movies to check out. I’m talking f-bomb dropping, alcohol drinking, and club-dancing adult fun. So, what’s the best streamer for that kind of holiday? The answer is two-fold. The best free streamer for adult comedy holiday movies is definitely Tubi, while my paid streamer pick is Paramount+, both with different offerings. Here’s what you need to know to have an adult laugh this holiday season.

Everything you need to know about the best streamers for adult comedy Christmas movies:

One of the big reasons Tubi is my pick for the best free streamer for adult comedy Christmas movies is that it carries more of the wild, hilarious, and (most importantly) adult-focused holiday films I love. First, there’s “Bad Santa 2,” the outrageous sequel to the cult classic “Bad Santa” (more on that soon). Billy Bob Thornton returns as Willie, the conman who once again dons a Santa suit for a holiday heist. This time, he teams up with his equally dysfunctional mother (played by Kathy Bates), delivering even more crass humor and holiday mayhem.

Next, there’s “A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas,” a stoner comedy classic. Harold and Kumar reunite for a chaotic holiday adventure to replace a destroyed Christmas tree. With over-the-top antics, a 3D drug-induced claymation sequence, and Neil Patrick Harris in one of his most hilarious cameos, this movie is a guaranteed laugh riot for adults.

Tubi also features “The Night Before,” starring Seth Rogen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Anthony Mackie. In this movie, the trio embarks on an epic Christmas Eve quest for the Holy Grail of holiday parties. It’s got all the wild party stuff you want in this kind of movie, along with enough heart for the movie to stay with you after you’re finished watching. Best watched with friends!

For something darker and more offbeat, there’s “Fatman,” a wild twist on the Santa story. Mel Gibson plays a gritty, gun-toting Santa Claus targeted by a hitman hired by a vengeful child. With its unique mix of action, dark humor, and holiday themes, this one stands out as a Christmas movie like no other.

Finally, there’s “A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong,” a hysterical British comedy that flips the classic Dickens tale on its head. This misadventure follows a theater company’s disastrous attempt to stage “A Christmas Carol,” complete with collapsing sets, malfunctioning props, and hilariously inept actors. It’s the perfect blend of holiday tradition and chaos.

You want to know the best part about all these adult comedy holiday movies? They’re completely free to watch with Tubi, so check it out!

What holiday adult comedy movies does Paramount+ offer?

Now, the other streamer I have to mention when it comes to adult holiday comedies is Paramount+. It’s got a solid mix of classics and new, epic options to keep the drinks flowing from Christmas to New Year’s. First, there’s “Bad Santa,” the dark comedy that redefined holiday movies. Billy Bob Thornton plays Willie, a foul-mouthed, hard-drinking mall Santa with a plan to rob the stores he works at. It’s a hilariously crass tale about redemption, friendship, and embracing the Christmas spirit - no matter how reluctantly.

Next up is “Scrooged,” a modern (well, ‘80s modern) twist on “A Christmas Carol” starring Bill Murray. He plays Frank Cross, a selfish, cynical TV executive who’s visited by three very unconventional ghosts. This comedy blends big laughs with a few softer moments, and Murray’s classic sarcastic charm makes it an all-time favorite.

For something a bit more outrageous, “Office Christmas Party” is pure holiday mayhem. Jason Bateman, Jennifer Aniston, and T.J. Miller headline this comedy about a company throwing a massive, out-of-control Christmas party to save a business deal. From flying reindeer to cringe-worthy office antics, it’s the perfect movie to watch before you hit up your own office Christmas party.

Paramount+ is also the streaming home for “Daddy’s Home 2” - festive fun mixed with over-the-top family dynamics. Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg return as co-dads navigating Christmas with their own fathers - played by Mel Gibson and John Lithgow - joining the holiday chaos. It’s a silly and fun comedy that takes family dysfunction to a whole new level.

Finally, there’s “A Merry Friggin’ Christmas,” starring Joel McHale and the late, great Robin Williams. The story follows Boyd (McHale) as he heads out on a frantic road trip with his quirky father (Williams) to retrieve forgotten gifts in time for Christmas morning. It’s packed with absurd humor, family tension, and a dash of sentimentality - exactly what you want from an adult Christmas comedy.

What other adult comedy Christmas movies are out there?

While Tubi and Paramount+ cover a bunch of your bases, there are a few more adult Christmas comedies to add to your holiday watchlist. “The Ref” is a darkly funny tale where a burglar (Denis Leary) gets more than he bargained for when he’s forced to deal with a constantly bickering couple on Christmas Eve. For a female twist, “A Bad Moms Christmas” delivers raunchy fun as three overworked moms (Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn) navigate the holidays - and their own visiting mothers - in a hilarious fight to reclaim Christmas. And no adult Christmas lineup is complete without ”National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” where Clark Griswold’s (Chevy Chase) quest for the perfect family holiday spirals into a series of over-the-top disasters. Add these titles to your queue, and you’ve got yourself an excellent adult comedy Christmas.

  • The Ref

    March 9, 1994

    A cat burglar is forced to take a bickering, dysfunctional family hostage on Christmas Eve.

  • A Bad Moms Christmas

    August 4, 2017

    Amy, Kiki and Carla – three under-appreciated and over-burdened women – rebel against the challenges and expectations of the Super Bowl for mothers: Christmas. And if creating a more perfect holiday for their families wasn’t hard enough, they have to do all of that while hosting and entertaining their own mothers.

  • National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

    November 30, 1989

    It’s Christmastime, and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration. But things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen, and their two kids. Clark’s continual bad luck is worsened by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going, knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon.


Thomas writes about sports and entertainment for The Streamable. He studied film at USC's prestigious School of Cinematic Arts and is still waiting for Connor McDavid to win a Stanley Cup.

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