Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
Kernel Score: 83% · 636 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Animation, Family, TV Movie, Adventure, Fantasy
Released: 1964-12-06
Runtime: 52 minutes
Where to watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his glowing nose, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius, the prospector. They run into the Abominable Snowman and find a whole island of misfit toys. Rudolph vows to see if he can get Santa to help the toys, and he goes back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. But Santa's sleigh is fogged in. But when Santa looks over Rudolph, he gets a very bright idea...
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this beloved 1964 stop-motion Christmas special is wholesome family entertainment about a misfit reindeer finding acceptance.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild peril from the Abominable Snowman; nothing graphic, rated G.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Larry Roemer
Cast
- Burl Ives as Sam the Snowman (voice)
- Billie Mae Richards as Rudolph (voice)
- Larry D. Mann as Yukon Cornelius (voice)
- Stan Francis as Santa Claus / King Moonracer (voice)
- Paul Kligman as Donner / Clarice's Father / Comet the Coach (voice)
- Janis Orenstein as Clarice (voice)
- Alfie Scopp as Charlie-in-the-Box / Other Reindeer (voice)
- Carl Banas as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
- Peg Dixon as Mrs. Donner / Others (voice)
- Paul Soles as Hermey (voice)
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer FAQ
Is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer good?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 636 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
In the US you can buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer OK for kids?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this beloved 1964 stop-motion Christmas special is wholesome family entertainment about a misfit reindeer finding acceptance.
What movies are like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
If you liked Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, try The Snowman, That Christmas, Robin Robin and Klaus.