Christmas film enthusiasts are in for a treat today as the 1996 classic 'Jingle All The Way' airs free on Channel 4 at 3:45pm. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, the film has become a festive staple for many households, despite mixed critical reception.
The movie follows Howard Langston (Schwarzenegger), a workaholic father who frantically searches for the must-have Turbo Man action figure for his son on Christmas Eve, only to find it sold out everywhere. The plot thickens when he encounters a rival father, Myron (Sinbad), on the same quest.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, the film is described as a tale of a father learning the real meaning of Christmas as his moral code is tested. Fans have praised it as an 'adorable family Christmas classic' and a 'wholesome' holiday ritual, with some watching it annually.
However, not everyone shares the enthusiasm; some critics have dismissed it as 'loud' and 'unfunny'. Nonetheless, for many, it remains a beloved 90s classic that captures the pre-online shopping frenzy of the season.
Don't miss the chance to catch 'Jingle All The Way' on Channel 4 today at 3:45pm.
