Where are my Christmas movie lovers? If you answered yes, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever movie needs to be on your must see holiday bucket list!
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There’s something magical about Christmas movies that brings a wave of nostalgia each holiday season. Whether it’s the timeless charm of It’s a Wonderful Life, the comedic antics in Home Alone, or the heartwarming lesson in A Charlie Brown Christmas, these films capture the spirit of Christmas in ways that are funny, tender, and deeply memorable.
Christmas movies connect us to holiday traditions, family gatherings, and childhood memories. The scenes of snowy streets, twinkling lights, and cozy fireside moments evoke warmth and joy that only the holiday season brings. Watching them becomes a tradition in itself, marking the start of holiday festivities and wrapping us in a sense of comfort and cheer.
Rewatching these beloved classics reminds us of the holiday magic we felt as children and helps us share that same feeling with the next generation. So grab a blanket, pour some hot chocolate, and settle in with a Christmas classic to relive that nostalgic joy this holiday season!
I don't know about you, but I love the thought of cozying up with a blanket watching endless Christmas movies throughout the holiday season ,it truly is one of my favorite holiday traditions!
Even better is experiencing these classics on the big screen! When the theatre releases a new holiday movie, I am the first one in line to buy my ticket. What's even better, is when I can bring my entire family with me to experience and ring in the Christmas spirit together. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is hands down a must see for all ages.
I can't promise you though, as seen in the picture below that I won't be bringing my snuggly Christmas blanket along to the theater! ❄️?
I mean seriously, who doesn't love a feel good Christmas movie especially around the holiday.
This family friendly film, will not only entertain you it will also leave you inspired.
The classic Christmas novel, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever adapted into a film is set to release on the big screen Nov 8th at a theater near you and trust me you won't want to miss it!
Back Story: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD, by the worst kids in the history of the world. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, is a children's novel that was written by Barbara Robinson in 1971. The novel tells a story of six misfit children who volunteer to star in their town's Sunday School Christmas Pageant who end up teaching the town the true meaning of Christmas.
So many are familiar with this classic story and many of us mama's have shared this inspiring story to our kiddos throughout the holiday season. Us mama's have been waiting for the release of this one for decades now!
If you are not familiar with the story, here is a brief synopsis.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson is a humorous, heartwarming story about the true spirit of Christmas. The story centers around the Herdmans, a family of six unruly, misfit kids who are notorious in their small town for causing trouble. The Herdman children—Ralph, Imogene, Leroy, Claude, Ollie, and Gladys—are loud, rude, and mischievous, stealing and bullying their way through life. Everyone avoids them whenever possible, especially at church, where they never show up. However, everything changes one year when the Herdmans unexpectedly decide to attend Sunday school.
The story is narrated by a young girl whose mother, Grace Bradley, is put in charge of the church’s annual Christmas pageant after the usual director breaks her leg. This year’s play is in danger of falling apart, especially when the Herdmans show up and volunteer for the lead roles. To the horror of the other church members, the Herdmans insist on playing Mary, Joseph, the Wise Men, and even the Angel of the Lord.
Despite the other church kids’ dismay, the Herdmans approach the nativity story with fresh, if unconventional, enthusiasm. Since they’ve never heard the Christmas story before, they react with astonishment to the hardships Mary and Joseph endured. They’re outraged at the lack of shelter for Mary and horrified by King Herod’s plans. Their innocence and genuine, if sometimes misplaced, passion begin to change the way others see the Christmas story, reminding everyone of the true meaning behind it.
As rehearsals proceed, the townspeople anticipate chaos and disaster. Yet, they slowly realize the Herdmans are bringing something unique and raw to the play. Although their methods are unorthodox—the Wise Men bring a ham instead of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, and Imogene, as Mary, ends up with a tear-streaked face—this performance unexpectedly captures the vulnerability and emotion of the nativity. By stripping away the usual polished pageantry, the Herdmans highlight the struggles and hope in the Christmas story in a way that feels real to everyone present.
In the end, the pageant is a resounding success, but not because of a perfect performance. Instead, it’s successful because it helps the congregation, and even the Herdmans themselves, to understand the meaning of Christmas on a deeper level. The story ends on a hopeful note, showing that compassion, understanding, and open-mindedness can change people in surprising ways.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a touching, funny story that encourages readers to look beyond outward appearances and to find meaning in unexpected places. It’s a tale of redemption, kindness, and the transformative power of empathy—wrapped in humor and the holiday spirit. Through the Herdmans’ unconventional interpretation of the nativity, Robinson reminds us that Christmas isn’t about perfection or pageantry, but about love, acceptance, and seeing the world with new eyes.
On the BIG Screen: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever novel as been transformed into a movie and is a Lions Gate and Kingdom Story Company film directed by Dallas Jenkins creator of The Chosen and is Based on the book from Barbara Robinson.
Dallas shares, “I was BORN to make this movie” on Kingdom Story Company You Tube channel. In this passion filled video – HERE, Dallas shares his heart behind this project and being the executive producer why he was so passionate about why he wanted to be part of this film.
This is a must see film features Lauren Graham- as narrator, Judy Green- as Grace, Pete Holmes- as Bob Bradley, and a slew of young talent added to the cast list.
This film depicts many life lessons, but the one that really stood out to me is how
God Doesn't Call the Qualified, He Qualifies the Called.
God Doesn't Call the Qualified, He calls Qualifies the Called
Ever feel unqualified?? Yup me too, you’re not alone!!
This reoccurring life lesson in this movie is an inspiring theme for all. I have felt called in areas in my life especially as a mother, where I feel very unqualified. I can only imagine I am not alone in this feeling. The life lesson of “God Doesn't Call the Qualified, He calls Qualifies the Called”, is shown again and again in this movie through Grace and the Herdman misfits and so many others in the film it is likely to inspire you to step out in faith and become person who you have been created to be.
I talk a little bit about feeling this way, especially since the unexpected sudden passing of my beloved husband Quintin in this video below.
I am quite certain, we all have felt unqualified from time to time. There is no doubt this is exactly how Grace (played by Judy Greer) felt when she stepped in to the role of directing the Christmas pageant after an unforeseen circumstance, or how the misfit Herdman's felt stepping into the pageant roles. Especially with Glady's who is the youngest of the 6 and worst of all becomes the Angel of the Lord announcing the good news of Jesus' birth of the shepherds, serving as a symbol of the nativity story's central message in this heartwarming Christmas classic.
The Herdman's were the least qualified for these positions in the Christmas pageant, yet as depicted in the film they were the reason the community came together in unity throughout the holiday.
All About Perspective:
Isn't all about perspective?
By having the “worst kids in the world” play the angel, The Greatest Christmas Pageant Ever emphasizes the universality of the Christmas message, reaching even those who might not traditionally be considered “church-going”.
Gladys' portrayal of the angel is particularly impactful because the Herdman children are known for their poor behavior, adding a humorous twist to the sacred announcement.
The Lord doesn't always call for those we think who are fit for the task. We are constantly looking to qualify others and even ourselves for roles and tasks with a checklist of accomplishments. However, God looks at it differently than we do. He looks at the heart. When the heart is positioned, He calls and when you step into that calling, He qualifies! I am so thankful for that, aren't you?
Get ready to be inspired this holiday season with a heart warming story of how God uses the seemingly unfit for the most incredible blessing. How God turns the ordinary into His extraordinary!
Christmas Classic VIDEO- The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
THE BEST Christmas Pageant Ever will not only entertain you but inspire you to become all you have been created to be!!
Nov 8 is the date it coming to the big screen so mark the date, grab your family and grab a friend and enjoy the incredible Christmas classic on the big screen!
Kick start your holiday season, by grabbing your tickets HERE and don't forget to share with a friend the true reason for the season!
This will be a movie you won't want to miss! You will laugh, be inspired and maybe even shed a tear! The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, will quickly become a Christmas Classic tradition for holidays to come.
Christmas is so much more than the gifts under the tree, it is about spending time with loved ones and sharing the Greatest Story ever told!
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My family Christmas tradition was originally me putting up the tree and lights and then sitting back and letting my son and daughter put all of the ornaments on then having hot chocolate and cookies while sitting by the tree. Now I have my 2 grandchildren decorate the pre- lit tree ( I am grateful for the genius that invented those) after I set it up.
We have cinnamon rolls for breakfast every year! Tradition!!!
I love all your posts recipes and ideas. Plus I’m sharing a great loss( my son) due to sudden cardiac arrest this year. Christmas is my favorite time of the year and my son had found the magic and true meaning of Christmas with his wife and children. Also thinking my husband would live the smothered pork chop recipe above.
On Christmas Eve we read the story of Jesus’ birth out of Luke and sing Christmas Hymns, like “Away in the Manger.” On Christmas day we eat homemade cinnamon rolls that are made from my mom’s recipe.
On Christmas Day we watch It’s a Wonderful Life. It’s a tradition with my son’s wife’s family and they have included me.
Getting together with family for dinner & getting the kids matching Christmas pajamas! Always watch a Christmas story on Christmas Eve!
Our Christmas tradition is putting up Christmas lights all month long(my mom would add more each day). Christmas Eve we go to Candlelight Service and go home to make Christmas cookies. Christmas morning we have a birthday cake and sing Happy Birthday to Jesus and the kids get to blow out the candles(we put a candle for each grandchild now). Then open presents and have a big Mexican food lunch.
Instead of putting my kids’ names on each of their gifts, I wrap the gifts for each kid in a different color of wrapping paper. They don’t know which gifts are theirs until Christmas morning. It makes it fun, but my memory is getting not so great! ?? Haha! So I have to remember which wrapping paper goes to who! Haha!
One of our favorite traditions is going to the Christmas tree farm and picking out a tree together. Then we decorate with ornaments representing lots of memories and tell their stories. This year we will celebrate with our first grandchild!
Hi Lori 🙂
One of our family traditions is reading the story of Jesus on Christmas Eve. Another tradition is having a snacky type dinner: crackers, black olives, different slices of cheese/meats, hummus and veggies. My babies love it because afterwards we make hot chocolate “to go” and look at Christmas lights!! (Btw the fall for Jesus mug is beautiful!!)
My favorite tradition every year is reading the best Christmas pageant ever book! I cry at the end every time!! One of my absolute favorites! My family’s tradition is listening to me blubber about it once I’ve finished it. Merry Christmas!!
My family’s Christmas tradition has always been to make batches of home made cookies. And then send the batches of cookies to service people who are protecting our country.
One tradition I love is that we do a “Jingle Bell Run.” I make homemade Christmas candies and put in tins. Then on Christmas Eve, I deliver to friends, people who need Christmas cheer, a family that may be having a rough year — a variety of recipients. I leave on their porch and ring the bell and quickly leave.
I make my kids pillowcases every year from fabric that represents what they were really into that year. I fill it like a stocking with small gifts including matching pajamas we wear on christmas day.
I’m loving to see you smile. I know this holiday season is going to be hard but I’m sending prayers to you and the kids.
My boys are 18 & 22 now but we always snack on Christmas Eve, watch a Christmas movie and open one present.
On Christmas Eve we add ornaments from our loved ones who have passed
away. We share memories of each remembered person as we hang the ornaments on the tree. We call it our “legacy” tree. My married daughters have kept the tradition in their new homes. It helps us remember where we came from!