The cherished holiday favorite is set to grace the small screen twice this festive season.
WASHINGTON — NBC is bringing back “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” for another holiday airing.
This classic animated feature made its return to NBC last year, after a five-decade hiatus, having originally debuted on the network in 1964.
Fans can catch the Rankin-Bass claymation special on Friday, December 5 at 8 p.m. Eastern on NBC.
If you happen to miss its initial broadcast, rest assured it will be shown again later in the month.
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” first appeared on NBC on December 6, 1964, then spent 50 years with CBS, until NBC reclaimed it in 2024.
The holiday favorite follows a reindeer named Rudolph as he’s excluded from the Reindeer Games because of his shiny red nose, prompting him to embark on an adventure where he meets Hermey the elf, Yukon Cornelius and the Misfit Toys, all while hiding from the Abominable Snow Monster.
The network is also airing other animated holiday staples this season, including “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and “Frosty the Snowman.”
“These holiday events and specials bring audiences together in ways nothing else can,” Jen Neal, NBCUniversal Entertainment’s executive vice president of live events and specials said. “NBC is your home for heartwarming traditions, joyful celebrations, and unforgettable moments.”
When is “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” on NBC
The beloved Rankin-Bass stop-motion special will air on NBC Friday, Dec. 5, at 8 p.m. ET.
An encore presentation will air on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 8 p.m. ET.
