The Grinch List: 14 TV Characters Who Hate Christmas With a Passion

Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but not everyone feels the same way—especially some memorable TV characters. These fictional Grinches take their disdain for the holidays to the next level, creating chaos, hilarity, or drama.

Whether they hate the jingles, despise the decorations, or just loathe the cheer, their holiday skepticism is unforgettable. Here are 14 TV characters who’ve made it crystal clear that Christmas isn’t for them.

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Dr. Gregory House (House, M.D.)

Dr. House has no patience for Christmas cheer, seeing it as a sentimental distraction. His cynical personality shines even brighter during the holidays, often mocking the traditions his colleagues cherish.

House's biting sarcasm and disdain for festivities make him the ultimate holiday skeptic in the medical world.

Frank Costanza (Seinfeld)

Frank’s aversion to Christmas led him to invent Festivus, a holiday “for the rest of us.” With its airing of grievances and feats of strength, Festivus flips traditional holiday cheer upside down.

Frank’s disdain for commercialism—and his hilarious rants—cement him as a quirky anti-Christmas icon.

Scrooge McDuck (DuckTales)

Inspired by the original Ebenezer Scrooge, this wealthy duck has little interest in Christmas cheer. His obsession with wealth often overshadows the season’s spirit, though he occasionally learns a lesson or two.

Scrooge’s gruff exterior makes him a classic Grinch-like figure.

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The Grinch (How the Grinch Stole Christmas!)

No list of Christmas-hating characters is complete without the Grinch himself. From his loathing of carols to his plot to steal Christmas, this green misanthrope embodies anti-holiday spirit.

Yet, his eventual transformation reminds us that even the grumpiest can find joy.

BoJack Horseman (BoJack Horseman)

BoJack’s jaded view of life extends to Christmas, which he sees as a hollow excuse for forced happiness. His sarcastic commentary and resistance to holiday traditions highlight his deep-seated discontent, making his holiday episodes both funny and poignant.

Sheldon Cooper (The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon dislikes Christmas because of its social expectations and disruptions to his routines. His reluctance to exchange gifts or embrace holiday traditions often causes hilarity, especially as his friends try to get him into the spirit.

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Lucy van Pelt (A Charlie Brown Christmas)

Lucy’s bossy, materialistic attitude contrasts sharply with the true meaning of Christmas. Her focus on commercialism and control over the school play make her a reluctant participant in the season’s sentimentality.

Ron Swanson (Parks and Recreation)

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Ron’s gruff personality doesn’t mesh with the sugary sweetness of Christmas. While he occasionally joins in for his friends’ sake, his disdain for holiday fuss and materialism makes him a reluctant celebrator.

Dwight Schrute (The Office)

Dwight’s oddball personality and love for German Christmas traditions often put him at odds with the festive spirit around him. His rivalry with Jim, especially during holiday pranks, highlights his disdain for typical Christmas cheer.

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Angel (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

As a brooding vampire cursed with a soul, Angel isn’t exactly thrilled about Christmas. His dark past and inner struggles make the holiday’s joy feel out of place in his world.

Christmas episodes featuring Angel tend to lean heavily on drama and introspection.

Oscar the Grouch (Sesame Street)

True to his name, Oscar sees Christmas as an over-the-top display of happiness he’d rather avoid. While his grumpiness adds humor to holiday specials, he also occasionally shows a softer side that reminds viewers of the season’s magic.

Archie Bunker (All in the Family)

Archie’s cantankerous personality and old-school opinions make him a reluctant participant in Christmas celebrations. His resistance to change and skepticism of modern holiday traditions often lead to comedic conflict with his family.

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Dr. Perry Cox (Scrubs)

Dr. Cox’s sharp wit and sarcastic demeanor don’t take a holiday break during Christmas. He often mocks the season’s sentimentality, though his softer side sometimes emerges in holiday episodes.

Ebenezer Scrooge (A Christmas Carol)

The original TV and literary Grinch, Scrooge’s hatred of Christmas has inspired countless adaptations. His disdain for the season stems from his greed and bitterness, though his eventual redemption remains one of the most iconic holiday stories ever told.