The popular holiday special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer first appeared on NBC in 1964. The movie gained fame with its classic stop-motion animation and heartwarming story. In 1971, it moved to CBS, where it became a holiday favorite for over 50 years. Now, after a long wait, this beloved classic makes a return to NBC for the 2024 holiday season.
This year, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will air on NBC twice. Fans can enjoy watching it on its original network, celebrating its legacy as the longest-running holiday special. Plus, it will also be part of Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas lineup, airing multiple times on cable throughout December.
Those who prefer streaming can watch the movie on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Tubi TV. With so many options, this festive favorite is more accessible than ever for audiences eager to revisit its nostalgic charm.
When and where to watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
NBC
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will air on NBC twice on the following dates and times:
- Friday, December 6, 2024 – 8 p.m. ET/PT
- Thursday, December 12, 2024 – 8 p.m. ET/PT
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service, Peacock, will also offer the holiday special movie during its television broadcast for the subscribers who have Peacock Premium Plus.
Freeform
As part of Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas, Rudolph will air multiple times on the channel. The platform offers free-of-cost viewing to the users making it affordable for everyone. Here is the detailed schedule:
- December 7, 2024 – 9:10 p.m. ET/PT
- December 8, 2024 – 6:10 p.m. ET/PT
- December 16, 2024 – 9:20 p.m. ET/PT
- December 17, 2024 – 7:55 p.m. ET/PT
- December 21, 2024 – 6:15 p.m. ET/PT
- December 22, 2024 – 3:00 p.m. ET/PT
- December 24, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. ET/PT
- December 25, 2024 – 11:00 p.m. ET/PT
Streaming platform options to watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Amazon Prime Video
The winter holiday special movie is available for purchase on Amazon Prime Video at a price of $7.99. It is not included as part of a subscription or available for rental, thus making an outright purchase is the only option for streaming on this platform.
Apple TV+
The film can be purchased on Apple TV+ for $7.99. Like Amazon Prime Video, the movie is not included with the regular subscription and cannot be rented. It requires viewers to buy in order to enjoy the holiday classic.
Tubi TV
Tubi TV offers Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer for free but with ads. Viewers can stream the film live during its scheduled broadcast, making it an affordable option for those seeking a no-cost way to enjoy this holiday favorite.
Pluto TV
Pluto TV provides free access to the movie but yet again with ads. The film can be streamed live on the platform during its broadcast, offering another cost-free alternative to catch this Christmas classic.
The voice cast of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
- Burl Ives as Sam the Snowman
- Larry D. Mann as Yukon Cornelius and Abominable Snow Monster
- Billie Mae Richards as Rudolph
- Paul Soles as Hermey
- Stan Francis as Santa Claus and King Moonracer
- Alfie Scopp as Charlie-In-The-Box, Fireball, and Other Reindeer
- Janis Orenstein as Clarice (voice)
- Paul Kligman as Donner, Clarice's Fathe,r and Comet the Coach
- Carl Banas as Head Elf, Spotted Elephant, and Other Toys
- Corinne Conley as Doll and Others
- Peg Dixon as Mrs. Donner, Mrs. Claus, and Others
With these options, fans can watch Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, whether they like traditional cable TV, streaming services, or buying the classic movie for their holiday collection.