The Best Holiday Comedy of All Time Isn’t Even Set at Christmas (And It Just Returned to Paramount+)

Released in 1987 and directed by John Hughes, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles starring Steve Martin and John Candy, has become a beloved Thanksgiving tradition. Unlike many holiday movies focused on Christmas, this film follows Neal Page (Martin), a stressed-out businessman, and Del Griffith (Candy), a cheerful but irritating salesman. After their flight is cancelled right before Thanksgiving, they’re forced to travel together, leading to a hilarious and chaotic three-day adventure as they race to Chicago for Neal’s family dinner. For many, watching this movie has become an essential part of their Thanksgiving celebration, and it’s now available on Paramount+ as of November 1st.








