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Where to watch 'Elf' movie this Christmas: Streaming info, TV channel, cast
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Date:2025-04-12 23:28:43
"So...do you want to eat food?" And maybe catch "Elf" on the TV?
The beloved film just celebrated 20 years on screen, spreading Christmas cheer and "singing loud for all to hear." From the traditional form of viewing to streaming platforms to rentals, there are plenty of ways to watch this year.
Will Ferrell plays Buddy, a human raised by elves who leaves the North Pole in search of his "real dad," played by the late James Caan. Upon landing in New York, Buddy discovers his father is on the "naughty list," so he goes to work to try to reverse it. Things go awry, but Buddy The Elf ultimately wins over hearts, including that of a special girl named Jovie, played by Zooey Deschanel.
Directed by Jon Favreau, "Elf" has become a Christmas classic and a family tradition for some. Here's where to watch it this holiday.
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How to watch 'Elf' on TV
For those who'd like to catch "Elf" the old-fashioned way, here's where to watch it on TV.
On AMC:
- Saturday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. ET/PT
- Sunday, Dec. 24 at 9:15 p.m. ET/PT
- Monday, Dec. 25 at 6:15 p.m. ET/PT
- Monday, Dec. 25 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT
Where to stream 'Elf'
"Elf" is streaming in two places this holiday, and there are more options for rentals.
Stream "Elf" on:
- Max (formerly HBO Max) – Subscriptions start at $9.99/month with ads and $15.99/month without ads
- Hulu – Subscriptions start at $7.99/month with ads and $17.99/month without ads
- AMC
Rent "Elf" on:
- Amazon Prime Video – $3.99 for a 48-hour rental
- YouTube Movies – $3.99 for a 48-hour rental
- Apple TV+ – $3.99 for a 48-hour rental
- Google Play – $3.99 for a 48-hour rental
- Vudu – $3.99 for a 48-hour rental
'Elf' turns 20:Theaters around the country celebrate the anniversary of the film
'Elf' is celebrating its 20-year anniversary this year
It's been 20 years since "Elf" hit theatres. In November, the film made its theatrical return as part of its anniversary celebration, Warner Bros. Discovery announced.
“For 20 years now, the film ‘Elf’ has securely cemented itself as a treasured holiday tradition, touching the hearts of generations of viewers,” Robert Oberschelp of Warner Bros. Discovery said in the news release.
To celebrate, Krispy Kreme released a special collection of doughnuts and TBS ran a 24-hour marathon of the film.
'Elf' cast
Here's the list of top cast members:
- Will Ferrell as Buddy
- James Cann as Walter
- Bob Newhart as Papa Elf
- Zooey Deschanel as Jovie
- Ed Asner as Santa
- Mary Steenburgen as Emily
- Peter Dinklage as Miles Finch
- Amy Sedaris as Deb
- Daniel Tay as Michael
- Faizon Love as Gimbel's manager
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