DENVER — “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” has a new television home.
The Rankin-Bass claymation holiday special has returned to NBC, the network where it debuted in 1964, leaving CBS after five decades.
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” will air on NBC on Friday, Dec. 6, the same date and network where it first debuted on Dec. 6, 1964.
"The classic animated special offers the perspective of Rudolph, who’s told he couldn’t play in any Reindeer Games due to his glowing nose," NBC said in a release. "Rudolph sets out on a fantastic journey where he meets Hermey the elf, prospector Yukon Cornelius and a host of Misfit Toys, all while trying to hide from the Abominable Snow Monster."
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” airs at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, with an encore presentation on Thursday, Dec. 12.
Other beloved animated specials airing on NBC this year include “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and “Frosty the Snowman.”
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
- Friday, Dec. 6, 8-9:15 p.m. ET
- Encore on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 8 p.m. ET
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” has a new television home on NBC, the network where it debuted in 1964, leaving CBS after five decades.
Frosty the Snowman
- Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 8 p.m. ET
The original holiday special about how Frosty came to life one day, returns to NBC.
Shrek the Halls
- Wednesday, Dec. 11, 8:30-9 p.m. ET
The animated special debuted in 2007 and features a Christmas twist on the original characters.
A Motown Christmas
- Wednesday, Dec. 11, 9-11 p.m. ET
- Encore on Dec. 17 at 9 p.m. ET
Hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, the special will feature performances by Motown legends.
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- Thursday, Dec. 12, 9:15-10 p.m. ET
- 1-hour extended version airing Dec. 26 at 8 p.m. ET
The special hosted by Justin Sylvester and Keltie Knight will highlight the most unforgettable moments of the year.
Little Big Town's Christmas at the Opry
- Monday, Dec. 16, 8-10 p.m. ET
- Encore on Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. ET
A star-studded special featuring country’s biggest names and hosted by Little Big Town.
A Saturday Night Live Christmas
- Wednesday, Dec. 18, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 23 at 8 p.m.)
The late-night program will highlight memorable Christmas-themed sketches from its 50 seasons.
Barry Manilow's A Very Barry Christmas
- Thursday, Dec. 19, 10-11 p.m. ET
The evening will feature Barry Manilow’s greatest hits, including “Copacabana,” “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs” and “Looks Like We Made It,” along with holiday favorites.
It's a Wonderful Life
- Tuesday, Dec. 24, 8-11 p.m. ET
NBC presents the Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart: “An angel is sent from heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.”
Christmas Eve Mass
- Tuesday, Dec. 24, 11:30 p.m.-1 a.m. ET
Viewers will be able to watch the Pope Francis-led mass from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Wednesday, Dec. 25, 8:30-11 pm. ET
A Grinch plans on ruining Christmas for all the citizens of Whoville.
Dolly Parton's Magic Mountain Christmas
- Thursday, Dec. 26, 9-11 p.m. ET
Dolly Parton searches to find the “mountain magic” of Christmas, with performances by Jimmy Fallon, Willie Nelson and Miley Cyrus.
135th Rose Parade
- Wednesday, Jan. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ET / 8-10 a.m. PT
