Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Chrismas (1966)

This animated classic never fails to warm the soul. The original collaboration between animation innovator Chuck Jones and literary genius Theodor Geisel brings to life Dr. Seuss' world beautifully.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas is the epitome of classic. The animation is pure Jones and wonderfully rendered. Mt. Crumpit and Whoville are exactly as they should be. Max and Cindy Lou are delightful, but it's the narration by the legendary Boris Karloff that gives the film it's life. In his rich baritone, the film jumps off the screen. The inflection and warmth of two oh so distinct voices is so engaging. Then there's the score. Delightfully silly, incredibly memorable and perfectly singable. Every word perfect.

Avoid all imitators; they fall painfully short. See Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. See this one! This film is Christmas.