Because branded merch never takes time off!
Imagine it now. You’re getting ready for the ultimate Christmas film marathon. You’ve got your favourite snacks to hand. The scented festive candles are lit. The Christmas tree lights are twinkling.
But, wait, what’s that? Is that… a branded cap? In a Christmas film? Is that a promotional product? In your childhood holiday favourite movie?
Yep. Your eyes aren’t deceiving you. No, you haven’t had too much eggnog. Product placement, including promotional merchandise, is a popular marketing tactic brands use, especially during the holiday season. It’s a great opportunity for them to covertly advertise to us during the time of year when we’re constantly thinking about what to buy for our loved ones.
In this list, we focus solely on branded merchandise (so no product placements) that you may have missed in your favourite Christmas films.
Ready to make your brand iconic in 2025? Get in touch with us today and we’ll help your brand reach new heights with mind-blowing brand activation. From branded merchandise to unforgettable, brand-defining moments, isn’t it time you revolutionised your merch?
10 examples of branded merch in your favourite Christmas films
A big thank you to ProductPlacementBlog.com for the help in creating this list!
Gremlins (1984)
1. New York Yankees Cap
2. Coors Beer Sign
3. Coca-Cola takeaway cup
Home Alone (1990)
4. Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls Cutout
Elf (2003)
5. Empire State Building Snow Globe
6. Bloomingdale’s Medium Brown Bag
7. Nike hat worn by Daniel Tay
The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
8. Star Wars Han Solo toy
9. Hot Wheels toy
10. New York Yankees Mickey Mantle Baseball Card
Merch in the wild
Did you spot the merch above? Let us know if we missed out on your favourite example! I can confirm that there are no branded products in Die Hard. Sad times.
Ready to make your brand iconic in 2025? Get in touch with us today and we’ll help your brand reach new heights with mind-blowing brand activation. From branded merchandise to unforgettable, brand-defining moments, isn’t it time you revolutionised your merch?
