Greatest Christmas Movies of All Time
Elf or National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
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Why This Battle Matters
Is the ultimate Christmas showdown between Will Ferrell's infectious charm in 'Elf' and Chevy Chase's disaster-laden holiday in 'National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation' just a battle of laughs, or is it something deeper? Both films redefine the chaos and joy of the season, but they do it in wildly different styles. 'Elf' brings a child-like wonder and purity to the holiday, while 'Christmas Vacation' serves up a more cynical, albeit hilarious, take on festive failures. What’s at stake here isn’t just a spot on a list, but a clash over which flavor of festivity truly captures the heart of Christmas. This match-up asks: do you prefer your holiday season sprinkled with sugar or spiked with sarcasm?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Elf over National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation when it comes to the greatest Christmas Movies of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Elf 52.8% of the time over National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.
Across all battles:
Elf win rate: 57.5%
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation win rate: 51.2%
Fan FAQs
Who's currently leading the pack in the Greatest Christmas Movies of All Time league on GoatWars?
Home Alone is sitting pretty at the top of the GOAT List. It's the king of Christmas movie mayhem, and with its blend of slapstick humor and holiday heart, it's tough to beat.
What makes Elf so beloved by fans?
Elf wins hearts with its infectious joy and the lovable naivety of Buddy, the elf-turned-man searching for his family. Whether it's the quotable lines or the heartwarming New York City Christmas scenes, it's a feel-good movie that resonates with both kids and adults during the holidays.
Why is the matchup between Elf and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation so tight?
This battle is nerve-wrackingly close because both movies hit that sweet spot of holiday cheer mixed with humor. Fans of Elf love its whimsical, feel-good vibe, while Christmas Vacation watchers are all about the hilariously chaotic family antics. It's tough to pick just one, so the votes are nearly split!