Thanksgiving
A list of movies, shows, cartoons, and specials to watch for Thanksgiving.
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The shows listed are shows that I love or grew up watching.
For tv shows scroll to the bottom of the list.
The shows listed are shows that I love or grew up watching.
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- DirectorPhil RomanGerard BaldwinBob NeslerStarsLorenzo MusicThom HugeGregg BergerJon falls for Garfield's veterinarian--who puts Garfield on a diet--and invites her to Thanksgiving dinner.
- DirectorBill MelendezPhil RomanStarsTodd BarbeeRobin KohnStephen SheaPeppermint Patty invites herself and her friends over to Charlie Brown's for Thanksgiving, and with Linus, Snoopy, and Woodstock, he attempts to throw together a Thanksgiving dinner.
- DirectorJodie FosterStarsHolly HunterAnne BancroftRobert Downey Jr.After losing her job, making out with her soon-to-be former boss, and finding out that her daughter plans to spend Thanksgiving with her boyfriend, Claudia Larson faces spending the holiday with her family.
- DirectorPeter HedgesStarsKatie HolmesOliver PlattPatricia ClarksonA wayward daughter invites her dying mother and the rest of her estranged family to her apartment for Thanksgiving dinner.
- DirectorGeorge SeatonStarsEdmund GwennMaureen O'HaraJohn PayneAfter a divorced New York mother hires a nice old man to play Santa Claus at Macy's, she is startled by his claim to be the genuine article. When his sanity is questioned, a lawyer defends him in court by arguing that he's not mistaken.
- DirectorMike GabrielEric GoldbergStarsMel GibsonLinda HuntChristian BaleAn English soldier and the daughter of an Algonquin chief share a romance when English colonists invade seventeenth century Virginia.
- DirectorMark SandrichRobert AllenStarsBing CrosbyFred AstaireMarjorie ReynoldsAt an inn which is open only on holidays, a crooner and a hoofer vie for the affections of a beautiful up-and-coming performer.
- DirectorJohn HughesStarsSteve MartinJohn CandyLaila RobinsA Chicago advertising man must struggle to travel home from New York for Thanksgiving, with a lovable oaf of a shower-curtain-ring salesman as his only companion.
- DirectorRichard KinonStarsElizabeth MontgomeryDick YorkAgnes MooreheadThrough the bumbling magic of Aunt Clara, the Stephens family and Mrs. Kravitz spend Thanksgiving with the original pilgrims in 1620.Through the bumbling magic of Aunt Clara the Steven's family and Mrs. Kravetz spend Thanksgiving with the original pilgrims in 1620.
- DirectorJames BurrowsStarsJennifer AnistonCourteney CoxLisa KudrowThe gang's plans for Thanksgiving go awry after they get locked out of Monica and Rachel's apartment.Friends' did a Thanksgiving episode for season 1 (this one) and seasons 3 through 10.
All episodes are good, especially if you're a Friends fan, which I am. - DirectorDavid TrainerStarsTopher GraceMila KunisAshton KutcherLaurie brings a friend home for Thanksgiving which could be a problem. When they arrive it turns out that Kate is hot, and Eric has a hard time controlling himself, much to Donna's concern. Meanwhile Bob offers Red a job.That 70's Show did another Thanksgiving episode during season 7.
- DirectorJohn PasquinStarsRoseanne BarrJohn GoodmanLaurie MetcalfThanksgiving at the Conners' brings the usual family strife and hilarity as Roseanne is determined to make her parents stay at a motel and Jackie continues to hide the fact she joined the police.Roseanne had other Thanksgiving episodes in seasons 4 and 6 through 9.
- DirectorAndy CadiffStarsTim AllenPatricia RichardsonEarl HindmanFor the Christmas card photo, Tim wants to build a set and have the family dress up as Santa and the elves. On Tool Time, Tim builds the MAN'S bathroom.Home Improvement also had a Thanksgiving episode in seasons 4, 6 and 7.
I always loved Home Improvement, which why these episodes appear on my list. - DirectorMark CendrowskiStarsAmanda BynesJennie GarthSimon RexDetermined to start their own Thanksgiving tradition, Val and Holly cancel plans with their relatives, claiming that Holly is sick. However, the girls' happy day goes awry when the family arrives at their apartment to surprise them.What I Like About You did another Thanksgiving episode during season 4.
- DirectorWill MackenzieStarsReba McEntireChristopher RichJoAnna Garcia SwisherBarbra Jean wants to host the Thanksgiving dinner. Reba says no. They compromise with BJ cooking and having it at Reba's place. With too many cooks in the kitchen, feelings are hurt. BJ confesses she feels like an outsider compared to Reba.Reba had another Thanksgiving episode in the following season (5).
- DirectorMichael LembeckStarsRay RomanoPatricia HeatonBrad GarrettDebra tries to start her own tradition by hosting a Thanksgiving fish dinner for both families, but Marie threatens to ruin everything by coming with turkey.Everybody Loves Raymond did a Thanksgiving episodes every season except for season 2. I love Everybody Loves Raymond, that's why it appears on my list.
- DirectorPeter BaldwinStarsFred SavageDan LauriaAlley MillsMoney is tight around the Arnold household when the kitchen stove finally dies. Jack asks for a raise. With the new stove in the kitchen, it seems the problems are over until it becomes clear that Jack won't be back for Thanksgiving.
- DirectorJeff McCrackenStarsBen SavageWilliam DanielsBetsy RandleAfter learning about prejudice among the tribes of Africa, Cory & Shawn want to have their families celebrate Thanksgiving together.There's another Thanksgiving episode in the following season (5).
- DirectorBarnet KellmanStarsPaul ReiserHelen HuntAnne RamsaySet entirely on a train during a getaway to Connecticut for Thanksgiving dinner with Paul and Jamie's parents, the long trip produces Jekyll/Hyde transformations for everyone when the passive Buchmans, Lisa and Selby and the bickering Devanows change in Act II during the trip back into the opposite mood.Seasons 5 and 7 also had a Thanksgiving episode.
- 2000–200742mTV-PG8.4 (912)TV EpisodeDirectorKenny OrtegaStarsLauren GrahamAlexis BledelMelissa McCarthyRory and Lorelai work to accommodate four Thanksgiving dinners. Lorelai finds out Rory applied to more colleges then just Harvard. Lane has her first kiss. Human Kirk and cat Kirk have a little adjusting to do.Season 6 also had a Thanksgiving episode.
- DirectorDanny LeinerStarsKeri RussellScott SpeedmanAmy Jo JohnsonThanksgiving vacation brings about a separation of the friends - or does it?Seasons 2 and 4 also had a Thanksgiving episode.