8 best Bob's Burgers Christmas episode you need to re-watch to get into festive spirit

What better way to spend the holidays than watching a series of Christmas-themed Bob's Burgers episodes? Bob's Burgers is an American animated sitcom about the Belcher family, consisting of the parents, Bob and Linda, and their kids, Tina, Gene, and Louise. The family runs a burger restaurant, hence the title, and the show features them going out on random adventures.

Premiering on January 9, 2011, Bob's Burgers' first episode, called "Human Flesh," gained 9.39 million viewers. This makes it the highest-rated series premiere for the whole season. With the Christmas holidays coming in, friends and family can gather around to rewatch some fun and festive episodes of Bob's Burgers.

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Some of the best Bob's Burgers Christmas episodes to watch now

1) The Bleakening (Season 8, episodes 6 & 7)

In season 8 episodes 6 and 7, titled The Bleakening, the siblings believe that the Bleaken is the one stealing everyone's Christmas decorations. As Louise, Tina, and Gene go out to investigate, it leads them to a series of clues pointing to an abandoned warehouse. Determined to solve the "crime," the kids sneak out only to discover a secret Christmas rave filled with the stolen decorations, including their mom's treetop.

It turns out that the abandoned warehouse was the alternative venue for a closed nightclub, and the decorations were stolen by the local artist, Art. All misunderstandings solved, Bob distracts the police officers dressed as the Bleaken. The next morning, Linda's treetop is restored, and the Christmas spirit is revived.

2) Father of the Bob (Season 5, Episode 6)

Next on the list of the best Christmas episodes of Bob's Burgers is the Father of the Bob in season 5, episode 6. In this episode, Linda convinces Bob to attend his father, Big Bob's, annual Christmas party at his diner, Big Bob's Diner. But Bob is reluctant. Their strained relationship stems from Big Bob's long-standing dismissal of Bob's creative burger ideas and the 20-year-long humiliation when his father blatantly rejected his idea.

As the Christmas party unfolds, Linda persuades her husband to help his father in the kitchen. A kitchen cook-off ends with Bob triumphantly recreating his first burger, but his victory leaves Big Bob hurt. At a neighboring bar, the two reconcile during a line dance, with Bob acknowledging his father's love and Big Bob admitting his mistakes. They return to the diner, where Linda and the kids joyfully run the party, and Big Bob praises Bob's accomplishments and family, ending the night with a heartfelt Merry Christmas.

3) Christmas in the Car (Season 4, Episode 8)

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Bob's Burgers' season 4 episode 8, titled Christmas in the Car, happens during Christmas Eve. The Belchers scramble to find a new tree after theirs dies, but their festive journey takes a chaotic turn. While returning from a distant tree lot, their car is followed by a semi-truck decorated like a candy cane. Initially dismissing Bob’s concerns, the family realizes the truck is actually targeting them when it tries to run them off the road.

Stranded in the snow, they are forced to confront the driver, Gary, who eventually reveals his frustration over spending Christmas alone. Bob and Gary resolve their conflict, and Gary helps tow their car. Linda's kind gesture of giving him her Dutch baby dessert warms his heart. The Belchers return home to discover Teddy hilariously trapped under their fridge, waiting to share his Christmas card.

4) Bob Rest Ye Merry Gentle-Mannequins (Season 3, Episode 9)

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In season 3 episode 9 of Bob's Burgers titled Bob Rest Ye Merry Gentle-Mannequins, Bob inherits a storage unit. The family hopes for hidden treasures but instead finds Chet, a squatter who claims he used to be a mannequin. Chet turns out to have an eye for decorating, boosting the business of the restaurant. However, he starts to be erratic as he seeks to find his lost love, Nadine, who is a mannequin.

Bob dismisses Chet’s story, upsetting the family, and Chet creates a disturbing display of his despair. The family tracks Nadine in hopes of reuniting the pair, ending up with them buying her for $263. Chet ended up staying with the family until January, only for Bob to discover that Chet was never homeless and that he owns a Manhattan apartment.

5) Dog Christmas Day After Afternoon (Season 15, Episode 9)

Dog Christmas Day After Afternoon is the most recent Christmas episode of Bob's Burgers. In season 15, episode 9, the kids hope for a Game Whiz as their joint gift but are disappointed to find more modest, budget-friendly presents under the tree. They try to hide their disappointment, but Bob and Linda notice and feel equally crushed that they couldn’t afford the kids’ dream gift.

To lift everyone’s spirits, the family takes a Christmas lights tour, which unexpectedly leads to a wild, puppy-filled adventure. Their efforts pay off—literally—allowing them to afford the Game Whiz after all. Though it’s not technically a standout episode in the show’s long-standing history, it’s a heartfelt and refreshing take on the financial stresses and emotional complexities that families experience during the holiday season.

6) The Plight Before Christmas (Season 13, Episode 10)

The Belchers face holiday chaos as Linda and Bob split duties for Tina’s Thundergirl play and Gene’s xylophone concert in season 13, episode 10 of Bob's Burgers, titled The Plight Before Christmas. When all have agreed on the duties, they discover that Louise’s poetry contest is on the same night. Linda drops off Louise, suspecting she submitted a heartfelt poem, while Bob tries and fails to reach the contest.

At Gene's concert, a substitute teacher sabotages the performance, but Gene saves it with a creative fix. Louise reads her poem to applause as Tina and Linda arrive just in time. The episode ends with a touching montage of Gene’s redeemed concert, Louise’s poem, and the family sharing the sweetest, most genuine holiday moments.

7) Have Yourself a Maily Linda Christmas (Season 10, Episode 10)

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In Have Yourself a Maily Linda Christmas, Linda takes a temporary job at the post office to earn extra holiday cash. When a forgotten package is left behind, she sets out on a rogue mission to ensure it reaches the receiver, with Gene and Louise tagging along for an adventure.

Meanwhile, Bob is left to handle Linda’s side of the family, dreading the tension. As Linda’s return is delayed, Bob and Tina must work together to keep the peace at home. The episode highlights Linda’s quirky, determined nature, making it a standout alongside her other solo adventures like "Lindapendent Woman" and "Eat, Spray, Linda."

8) The Nightmare 2 Days Before Christmas (Season 14, Episode 10)

When the power goes out in their apartment two days before Christmas, Mr. Fischoeder offers the Belchers his family’s hunting lodge for the holidays. They strap their tree to the car and head to the snowy mountains, only to lose the tree along the way. After settling in, they try to replace it, and Linda embarks on a solo mission to find the original.

Season 14, episode 10 of Bob's Burgers, titled The Nightmare 2 Days Before Christmas, offers a unique premise, with spooky vibes and a new setting for the Belchers. Instead of exploring the intriguing lodge, the focus shifts to a less compelling tree-replacement storyline that might feel repetitive compared to past Christmas episodes.

These Christmas episodes of Bob's Burgers feature the real-life struggle of parents raking in extra money for the holidays, the imaginative spirit of siblings trying to solve a burglary, and the mini adventures the family shares. Rewatching these Bob's Burgers episodes with family and friends will definitely add to the fun and celebration.

All episodes and seasons of Bob's Burgers are available for online streaming on Hulu and Disney Plus.

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