Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie?

Let’s find out!

Alright, folks, gather ‘round the virtual fireplace, because we’re diving into the yuletide conundrum that has puzzled movie buffs and holiday enthusiasts alike: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?

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Grab your eggnog, and let’s unwrap this debate like a gift on Christmas morning.

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For starters, Die Hard opens on Christmas Eve, setting the stage with a holiday office party and John McClane flying into Los Angeles with a present in tow. This film is dripping with festivity right from the start.

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You’ve got McClane trying to reconnect with Holly — yes, that’s his wife’s super-festive name — while easing into the holiday spirit with Run DMC’s “Christmas in Hollis” blaring in the background.