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More Than Entertainment: 5 Christmas Movies to Watch on Veterans Day

By Kellie Barnes, VP of Marketing


Every November 11th, we pause to honor the men and women who have served our country.  

Consider making a movie night part of your Veterans Day. Below are five Great American Pure Flix movies you can watch on Veterans Day to help you observe and remember.  

Streaming on Great American Pure Flix 

The Christmas Ring

Starring Jana Kramer, Benjamin Hollingsworth, and Kelsey Grammer

Now streaming on Great American Pure Flix

A military widow searches for her family's treasured heirloom, a ring connected to D-Day, while finding the possibility of a second chance at love. It explores military legacy, remembrance, grief, and family traditions

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My Christmas Hero

Starring Candace Cameron Bure and Gabriel Hogan

Now streaming on Great American Pure Flix

U.S. Army reservist and orthopedic physician Major Nicole Ramsey is stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. During the Christmas season, she embarks on a personal mission to track down her family's military history and uncover the truth surrounding her grandfather's World War II service and death in Italy. With the help of Army Major Daniel Ross, she works to honor a fallen soldier and bring emotional healing to her family.

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Bringing Christmas Home 

Starring Jill Wagner and Paul Greene

Now streaming on Great American Pure Flix

Russell Carlisle (an antique shop owner) uncovers a World War II U.S. Army dress uniform, medals, and a bundle of heartfelt love letters written to a soldier named Orin Newton from his sweetheart, Alice. Hoping to return the precious heirlooms to Orin's family before Christmas, Russell enlists the help of Caroline Upton, a retired military officer and military history professor. As the pair digs into the historical mystery of Orin—who was listed as missing in action (MIA)—they piece together a deeply romantic story and develop feelings for each other along the way

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Christmas at the Inn 

Starring Jill Wagner and Trevor Donovan

Now streaming on Great American Pure Flix

Beth, a devoted café owner, returns to her hometown of Snow Ridge to help her parents host the annual Yuletide Potluck for military families and veterans. There, she runs into Jack, a military civil engineer assigned to local base projects, who turns out to be her blind date from 20 years ago.

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Tails of Christmas

Starring Ash Tsai and Eric Guilmette

Now streaming on Great American Pure Flix

Caleb Hale, an Army veteran whose military career is cut short by an injury, finds emotional healing and a new purpose after interacting with therapy dogs during physical therapy. He returns home and volunteers at a local animal shelter, helping director Amber Perry save the facility from shutting down while romance blossoms.

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Coming soon to Great American Pure Flix 

The Greatest Christmas Gift 

Starring Danica McKellar and Matthew Marsden 

Streaming on Great American Pure Flix November 27

Gifted music teacher Emma Harper and her fiancé Caleb Bennett (who is back from serving) are preparing for a cherished Christmas wedding when an unexpected setback threatens the future they’ve carefully planned. As their small-town rallies around them and Christmas draws near, the couple discovers that the greatest gifts are not found in perfect circumstances, but in steadfast faith, selfless love, and a community that reminds them hope is always worth believing in. 

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Honoring Those Who Serve & Protect 

As an expression of our gratitude, we are proud to offer Great American Pure Flix exclusive membership pricing for veterans, service members and first responders. Join today at $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year.

At Great American Pure Flix, we believe in the importance of faith, family, community and country — values that are reflected in the stories we share.

We are grateful to welcome you and your family into a community that celebrates these same values and brings people together through meaningful entertainment.

About the Author

Kellie Barnes

Kellie Barnes is the Vice President of Marketing at Great American Media. She is dedicated to connecting audiences with quality entertainment  rooted in faith and stories that bring people together, create meaningful moments and make a lasting  impact.

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