Christmas is almost here.
After another year that has been far from normal, what better way to wind down than by watching your favourite festive films?
Some prefer watching Christmas comedies like Home Alone and Elf, while others can't get enough of classics like A Christmas Carol.
A popular pick among families is heart-warming animation The Snowman.
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The Snowman first came to our screens in 1982 and with its captivating orchestral soundtrack, mesmerising animation and heart-warming story it was quickly established as must-watch every December.
The animation - based on Raymond Briggs' 1978 picture book - tells the story of a boy named James who sneaks downstairs at the stroke of midnight to find that the snowman he built has magically come to life.
The pair then set off on an adventure, taking off in the night's sky where the iconic song 'We're Walking in Air' plays in the background.
James gets to meet Father Christmas and his reindeer and dance with a party of snowmen in the forest.
The Snowman returns home with James before the sunlight breaks on Christmas morning, but when James awakes he finds that his friend has melted and all that is left is his hat and scarf, coal eyes, his tangerine nose and coal buttons in a pile of melted snow.
When are where to watch The Snowman
Christmas Eve:
The Snowman will be airing at 5pm on Channel 4 and Channel 4 HD.
You can catch it again at 6pm on Channel 4+1.
Christmas Day:
You'll have a few chances to watch the classic on 25 December.
It will be shown at 11.30am on E4 and E4 HD or at 12.30pm on E4+1.
It will air later on in the day at 3.55pm on Channel 4 and Channel 4HD.
And at 4.55pm on Channel 4+1.
How to stream the Snowman
You can watch The Snowman for free on All 4 now - you might need to create a free account with All 4 to gain access if you're not already signed up.
Or, if for some reason you wanted to, you could rent it from Apple TV or Amazon Prime Video for £3.49
And as well as The Snowman, viewers can also stream the sequel, The Snowman and The Snowdog.
And The Bear - an enchanting and magical animated tale is from the makers of The Snowman.
