20 of the best Thanksgiving movies of all time, ranked

Jessica BoothNov 20, 2020, 21:25 IST

The movie "Funny People" had some positive reviews from critics.Universal Pictures

A number of movies are about Thanksgiving or take place during the holiday.
Critics like "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" (1987) and "Scent of a Woman" (1992), which are both classic hits that take place during late November.
"A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" (1973) has a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes.

If you're not ready to start watching festive winter films just yet, there are still plenty of Thanksgiving movies out there that have gotten some great reviews from critics.

Read on for 20 of the best Thanksgiving movies of all time, according to critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes.

"Jim Henson's Turkey Hollow" (2015) is about a magical Thanksgiving adventure.

"Jim Henson's Turkey Hollow" is a magical film. Lifetime

"The War at Home" (1996) is an unconventional but fairly applauded choice for Thanksgiving.

Emilio Estevez in "The War at Home." Touchstone Pictures, Motion Picture Corporation of America

"The Myth of Fingerprints" (1997) is another family drama that many critics enjoyed.

Julianne Moore in "The Myth of Fingerprints." Sony Pictures Classics

The comedy "The House of Yes" (1997) kept some critics laughing.

"House of Yes" is adapted from a play. Bandeira Entertainment

"The Oath" (2018) is one of the newer films on the list.

"The Oath" is a satire film. Aperture Media Productions

The unique film "Alice's Restaurant" (1969) earned a spot on the list.

The movie is based on a song. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.

"Home for the Holidays" (1995) is packed with dysfunctional family drama.

Holly Hunter in "Home for the Holidays." Paramount Pictures

Judd Apatow's "Funny People" (2009) is a Thanksgiving favorite for some.

Adam Sandler and Seth Rogen in "Funny People." Universal

The indie drama "The Vicious Kind" (2009) was enjoyed by some critics.

Adam Scott in "The Vicious Kind." 72nd Street Productions

"Hollidaysburg" (2014) is a coming-of-age film.

"Hollidaysburg" is a rom-com, too. Hello Please

"Addams Family Values" (1993) is an unlikely, well-loved addition to the list.

Christina Ricci in "Addams Family Values." Getty Images/Paramount

"Tadpole" (2002) gives you a break from family-oriented films.

"Tadpole" is a comedy. Miramax

"Pieces of April" (2003) is a mix of comedy and drama.

"Pieces of April" is set in New York. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.

"Avalon" (1990) is another Thanksgiving favorite.

"Avalon" is an autobiographical film. TriStar Pictures

"The Ice Storm" (1997) depicts a dysfunctional family on Thanksgiving.

Joan Allen and Tobey Maguire in "The Ice Storm." Fox Searchlight Pictures/Getty Images

"Scent of a Woman" (1992) is a coming-of-age film.

Al Pacino plays a retired army officer in "Scent of a Woman." Universal

"Hannah and Her Sisters" (1986) follows three sisters.

"Hannah and Her Sisters" was praised by critics. Orion Pictures

"Planes, Trains and Automobiles" (1987) is another classic on the list.

Steve Martin in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles." Paramount Pictures

"Krisha" (2015) has a near-perfect score.

"Krisha" is an independent film. Hoody Boy Productions

"A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" (1973) has a perfect score.

"A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" is famous for a reason. Photo by Walt Disney Television via Getty Images Photo Archives/Walt Disney Television via Getty Images

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