Why A Garfield Christmas Special Still Hits You Right in the Feels
The folks at Garfield & Friends have generously uploaded some of their 90’s classics for families to enjoy on YouTube
Before holiday specials became high-budget CGI events, there was something charming about the simple, heartfelt animated classics of the ’80s. A Garfield Christmas Special, first aired in 1987, is one of those cozy, underrated gems that still holds up today — and the best part? You can watch it legally and for free on YouTube.
In this special, everyone’s favorite lazy, lasagna-loving cat heads to Jon’s family farm for an old-fashioned Christmas, complete with quirky relatives, sentimental moments, and plenty of Garfield’s trademark sarcasm. It’s nostalgic, funny, and unexpectedly touching.
If you grew up with it, you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled upon an old friend. And if you’ve never seen it? It’s the perfect 30-minute dose of holiday warmth to add to your Christmas watchlist this year.
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