Are ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ and ‘The Grinch’ Streaming? How To Watch The Beloved Holiday Classics Online and TV

It’s not the holiday season without a visit from our little green friend the Grinch. Is he as “cuddly as a cactus” and as “charming as an eel”? Sure. Absolutely. But Dr. Seuss’ beloved 1966 special is a rewatchable Christmas staple.

This year, both the original TV special How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and Ron Howard’s Jim Carrey-led film of the same name will air on television (more on that below), but where can you stream the movies? Great question. Sadly, the films aren’t currently available on Netflix or Hulu, but you’ll be able to watch both of these fan favorites online.

Where can you watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas? Here’s everything you need to know.

Are The Grinch or How the Grinch Stole Christmas on Netflix or Hulu?

Nope. Unfortunately, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas aren’t currently streaming on Netflix or Hulu.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966) Streaming Info:

Good news! How the Grinch Stole Christmas is currently streaming on Peacock! The streamer also offers NBC’s 2020 Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Musical! and the 2018 Benedict Cumberbatch-led version of The Grinch.

Additionally, the film is streaming on the TBS website (you’ll need a cable login), and you can rent the movie on Prime Video.

Will How the Grinch Stole Christmas Be On TV This Year?

Yes! The 26-minute movie will air Thursday, November 30 at 8:00 p.m. ET and December 25 at 8:00 p.m. ET on NBC.

Is Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) streaming online?

The Jim Carrey-led 2000 film was previously streaming on HBO Max, but, unfortunately, that’s no longer the case. The movie will, however, air Monday, December 25 at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBC. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas will also be available on Peacock between December 20 and December 31.

Finally, you can rent the film on Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, or YouTube.

Where To Watch Christmas Movies Online:

Here’s where you can stream a few of your favorites:

• Elf: Max
• National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: Max
• Home Alone: Disney+, Starz
• A Charlie Brown Christmas: Apple TV+
• It’s a Wonderful Life: Prime Video