Best Christmas TV episodes of all time: ‘Friends,’ ‘The Office’ & more

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“Friends” —”The One With the Holiday Armadillo” (Season 7, Episode 10)

Ross's "Holiday Armadillo" scheme fumbles as Chandler and Joey disrupt festivities in Santa and Superman costumes.

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“Big Bang Theory” — “The Santa Simulation” (Season 6, Episode 11)

In this "Big Bang Theory" episode, the guys opt for a distinctive tradition: a lively round of Dungeons & Dragons, excluding the girls.

“Glee” —”A Very Glee Christmas” (Season 2, Episode 10)

"Glee club spreads cheer at McKinley High, caroling and fundraising for the homeless shelter in 'A Very Glee Christmas".

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“Modern Family” —” White Christmas ” (Season 7, Episode 9)

Gloria longs for a "White Christmas" in "Modern Family" after years of tropical holiday celebrations in Colombia.

“The Office” —”Christmas Party” (Season 2, Episode 10)

Jim carefully selects a Christmas gift for Pam, expressing his feelings with a teapot filled with inside jokes and memories.

“New Girl” —”The 23rd” (Season 1, Episode 9)

Jess receives a pricey gift from Paul, two Vienna tickets, while she gave him an inexpensive heart replica, causing her concern.

“Gilmore Girls” — “The Bracebridge Dinner” (Season 2, Episode 10) 

Lorelai hosts an elaborate Bracebridge Dinner at the Independence Inn in "Gilmore Girls," inviting all of Stars Hollow.

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“The Simpsons” — “Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire” (Season 1, Episode 1)

Bart's dare leads Marge to spend Christmas savings on tattoo removal. Meanwhile, Mr. Burns cancels Homer's bonus at the plant.

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“Black-ish” — “Black Santa/White Christmas” (Season 1, Episode 10)

Dre worries his family is losing cultural ties, urging the Johnsons to embrace a new, culturally infused holiday.

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