Editor’s Note: The stockings are hung by the chimney with care. Now what the hell are you gonna put in there? Ah, stocking stuffers — the little things, the extras, the last minute goodies, the fun gifts. They’re as enjoyable to give as they are to receive. Thing is, there’s an endless supply of stocking-size gifts under $50, and picking up the right ones can be a little daunting. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered the best movies, albums, books, magazines, games and TV shows of 2014 to please anyone on your list. Need more ideas? Check out all of our Stocking Stuffer Guides.
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Because it’s David Lynch’s director-approved edition. $40
Because eight-person multiplayer. $60
Because it’s so ripe for parody. $23
Because it’s been remastered by longtime engineer Eddie Kramer and drummer Mitch Mitchell. $22 (Vinyl)
Because it’s about an astronaut left for dead on Mars and filled with engineering, nerdy goodness. $10
Because it’s the best quarterly science magazine you’ve never heard of. $25
Because people won’t shut up about it. $30
Because it’s the best sports video game on earth. $45
Because you need to go further down the rabbit hole. $19
Because they’re too square for bootlegs. $48 (Vinyl)
Because it combines Groundhog Day with Saving Private Ryan and somehow works. $24
Because it’s one of the most ambitious video games ever created. $45
Because The New Yorker isn’t the only great literary magazine out there. $48
Because it’s a different tale from the same universe. $26
Because Rachel Sussman traveled the world to shoot the oldest living organisms on earth. $36
Because Master Chief’s given you so many good memories. $60
Because the re-release includes every remix formerly found on the B-side singles on both vinyls and cassettes. $18
Because it’s the best action movie of the year. $13
Because it sets a new bar for stupid comedy sequels. $18
