Best Thanksgiving Movies

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to spend with your family and friends in the comfort of your own home or theirs. Figuring out a pleasant way to spend the day before and after the delicious turkey and all the fixings are ready, might seem like a daunting task with so much else to do. However, one of the best ways to keep everyone entertained and keeping with the spirit of the holiday is to make sure you have some DVDs or movies scheduled for viewing that day; not only does it keep the kids quietly entertained, but it works wonders with the adults too.

A list of excellent Thanksgiving movies

Stocking up on some DVDs or movies for viewing on Thanksgiving day is a smart idea; there are plenty of great movies that coincide with the mood of the day. One of the best selections is the comedy "Planes, Trains and Automobiles," starring Steve Martin and the late John Candy; this movie is sure to have everyone laughing. Another good choice is "Home for the Holidays," starring Robert Downey Jr and Holly Hunter, amid a slew of other great actors. Woody Allen's Thanksgiving contribution, "Hannah and Her Sisters," is another option. "Pieces of April," starring Katie Holmes, is another Thanksgiving-based movie worth noting. If your Thanksgiving party only has adults in attendance, "The House of Yes," is worth a look. Last but not least, of course, no Thanksgiving is complete with a full screening of "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving."

Watching movies on Thanksgiving day is the perfect way to keep the kids entertained while you prepare the big meal, and is the quintessential way to relax after you finish eating. There are plenty of great options from which to choose, and there is something for everyone, regardless of age.