These Are the 14 Classic Movies You Need to Watch With Your Kids Before They Grow Up

Year: 1947

Why you should show it: In this holiday classic, a young lawyer defends an old man who says he's Santa Claus from being institutionalized by claiming that he really is! Not only is this a Christmas staple, but it's also a good lesson in humanity.

What to watch out for: Some questions might arise about why Santa has a drinking problem, but the younger crowd most likely won't pick up on it.