✅ Christmas Movie
Die Hard (1988) Review
A Christmas movie by any meaningful definition — and one of the greatest action films ever made.
1988Dir. John McTiernan132 minStreaming: Max, Peacock
ActionThrillerDebate Film
Full podcast review
Listen to Episode 5 — Die Hard →Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?
- Yes. According to Tis the Podcast, Die Hard qualifies as a Christmas movie. Set entirely on Christmas Eve with themes of family reunion and redemption, and closing with 'Let It Snow,' the film earns its place in the Christmas canon.
- Where does Die Hard rank on the Tis the Podcast Watch List?
- Listen to the full episode to hear where Die Hard lands on the Tis the Podcast canonical Christmas movie ranking.
- What do the hosts of Tis the Podcast think of Die Hard?
- All three elves — Anthony Caruso, Julia Colburn, and Thom Crowe — debated Die Hard's Christmas credentials. Listen to the full episode for their verdict.
