Christmas is on the way, no matter how much you try and deny it. As time marches towards the close of the year and the festive period rears its head once more, we know that a month of treats, snacking and general merriment awaits – no matter how sceptical we may try to feel about it all.
Undoubtably, one of the best parts of December and the festivities is the advent calendar – a little good surprise really lightens the mood on the dark mornings. But it isn’t 1999 any more, so these little treats of the morn no longer need to be of the sweet and chocolatey variety. Advent calendars now offer genuinely decent items – they’re no longer just for Christmas, they are a gift (to yourself or another, we aren’t judging) that keeps on giving all year round.
Here’s a list of the best film-based advent calendars for the jolly film fan who is looking for something a little different this year.
There are a number of exciting limited-edition coin calendars available this year, offering 24 genuinely limited and collectable coins, which typically retail at £15 plus per individual unit – not bad for just an advent calendar, right?
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Empire Advent Calendars
1 of 10Pocket POP! Marvel 80th Anniversary Advent Calendar
Get a pocket full of Funko with this calendar tribute to the Marvel world. Each day you'll open up a door, revealing a collectable miniature Funko Pop! model of one cinematic and comic book hero or villain, like Iron Man, Venom and Captain Marvel. Amazon.co.uk
2 of 10Pocket Pop! Harry Potter Advent
Turn your home into Hogwarts this festive season with the Pocket Pop! tribute to everything magical. Over 24 days, you'll reveal as many model characters, from the likes of Hermione and Viktor Krum to the eponymous hero himself, Harry Potter. Amazon.co.uk
3 of 10Marvel Avengers: Infinity War Collectable Coin Advent Calendar - Limited Edition, £59.99
Commemorate the grand achievement that was the Infinity War chronicle in style with these 24 collectible coins, each featuring a favourite character like Iron Man, Thor and Scarlet Witch. A true collector's piece, this product is limited to only 5000 pieces worldwide – be sure to grab one quick. Mygeekbox.co.uk
4 of 10Revell Star Wars Millennium Falcon,23.99
Get to know every inch and every scratch of the Millennium Falcon as well as Han Solo himself with this December-long kit build. Each day you'll wake up to new piece of the ship, finishing on Christmas Eve with a fully realised Falcon. Iwantoneofthose.com
5 of 10Star Wars Collectable Coin Advent Calendar - Limited Edition, £59.99
Represent the epic space saga that is Star Wars in equally epic quality with a limited-edition coin advent calendar, with each coin emblazoned with the face of a beloved characters such as Luke Skywalker, Jabba the Hutt and Han Solo. Worldwide, this product is limited to 5000, so hits the mark as a genuine collector's item.Iwantoneofthose.com
6 of 10Lord of the Rings Limited Edition Collectable Coin Advent Calendar, £59.99
This festive tribute to The Lord of the Rings features 24 collectible limited-edition themed coins. It's released on the 30th October 2019 and is limited to 2000 units worldwide, each being uniquely numbered. It's a Zavvi exclusive, so best be sharpish with this one. You can pre-order now. Zavvi.com
7 of 10Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar, £24.94
Every day will deliver a little buildable Lego Star Wars treat, with 13 mini collectibles, 6 mini-figures and 4 droid figures, plus a selection of weapons being hidden behind the tiny doors. Amongst all the goodies, nab yourself a Chewbacca, First Order Start Destroyer and festive Porg! Amazon.co.uk
8 of 10Harry Potter Limited Edition Collectable Coin Advent Calendar, £59.99
This advent calendar pays homage to the Harry Potter character roster with limited-edition themed coins. The calendar is released on the 30th October 2019 and is limited to 2000 numbered units. It's a Zavvi exclusive, so best be sharpish with this one. Use your 'Accio' powers and pre-order now. Zavvi.com
9 of 10DC Comics JLA Limited Edition Collectable Coin Advent Calendar, £59.99
Heroes and villains from across the DC Universe are gathered here on brass plated coins, ripe for you festive picking. Coins feature the likes of Batman, The Joker and Wonder Woman. The calendar is released on the 30th October 2019 and is limited to 2000 units. It's a Zavvi exclusive, so stocks are likely to move quickly. You can pre-order now.Zavvi.com
10 of 10Disney Collectable Coin Advent Calendar, £59.99
The coins here represent classics and modern marvels alike, with individual coins pressed with favourites like Dumbo, Mulan and Frozen. 5000 units have been produced, and no more. Grab one early to avoid disappointment!Mygeekbox.co.uk