Explore the evolution of holiday films from the wholesome classics of the 1940s to the wild, edgy films of the early 2000s. This timeline takes you through significant moments in Christmas movie history, from the innocent charm of "It's a Wonderful Life" in 1946, to the shift in tone in "Gremlins" in 1984, the action-packed "Die Hard" in 1988, and the satirical turn in "Bad Santa" in 2003. Each era brought its unique twist to holiday storytelling, reflecting changing cultural attitudes and cinematic trends.