As the day winds down and the food coma sets in, The team at Back Country Bulletin shares our list of the top Christmas movies of 2024.

Watch this first - How to Make Gravy

How to Make Gravy is a rare example of a film that started out as a song – in this case, the beloved ballad by Paul Kelly. Kelly's song is so regional famous December 21 is known across Australia as 'Gravy Day'

If you are expecting an Aussie parody in the tradition of The Castle you will be surprised - How to Make Gravy is a touching adaption of the song with some difficult themes our country is dealing with.

Keep an eye out for Australian film royalty in the cast including Hugo Weaving and Damon Herriman but the stars of the film are the prison choir and the incredible sound track.

Keep an eye out for cameo appearances from Paul Kelly himself and rapper Briggs.

Don't watch if you feel a nap coming on - you don't ant to miss any of this movie.

Find it on: Foxtel or Binge

Not your normal Christmas title - Nugget is Dead

The BCB team is a sucker for an Aussie movie and 'Nugget is Dead' definitely delivers some familiar faces.

This film focusses on the adult daughter of a noisy, squabbling family and her reluctance to spent Christmas back home, after moving to the big city and settling down with a rich boyfriend.

It's a loud film, and the banter between characters is sometimes a teeny, bit much, but the film has some quirky characters, who will resonate with many of us.

A good family film, but without giving anything away, the title is correct, so be ready if you have sensitive kids.

Might be tough for dog lovers and those who've just survived a big, noisy family lunch - let your PTSD settle before watching.

Find it on: Netflix

Easy to Watch while clearing up - Our Little Secret

Netflix's 'Our Little Secret' is one of Hollywood's annual Chrissy themed rom coms that appear every year.

This one isn't bad and brings some laughs, but it's an easy watch that needs little attention to keep up with the story.

The movie follows pair of resentful exes are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings, so it's light and ideal for streaming.

Perfect for that strange period of time during Christmas and New Year, where days blend into one, and no-one knows what time it is.

Find it on: Netflix

A quick one for the kids - An Almost Christmas Story

If you are looking for one just for the little 'uns, An Almost Christmas Story is ideal. It runs for just 21 minutes but is an animated gem.

The film is loosely based on a true story about an owl that took up residence in the Christmas tree in Rockerfeller Centre in New York.

Set it up on repeat on the spare TV, if you need some well-deserved couch time.

Find it on: Disney+

Make up your own mind - Hot Frosty

The set up - young heartbroken widow puts a magic scarf on a snowman, who transforms into a hunky handyman, who swoops in to fix her small-town cafe and her broken heart.

This is a snowman-themed rom-com - that's the full description.

Disclaimer - The BCB Team has not watched this; make of that what you will

Find it on: Netflix