Overview

• Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, a beloved holiday special, is moving from CBS back to NBC, where it originally aired from 1964 to 1971.
• The 75-minute telecast is scheduled for December 6, aligning with its original NBC debut date 60 years ago.
• NBC has secured a multiyear licensing deal for the Rankin/Bass specials, including Frosty the Snowman, which will air on December 5.
• Despite the network change, neither Rudolph nor Frosty will be available for streaming, though they can be rented or purchased.
• CBS retains some holiday programming, like How the Grinch Stole Christmas, despite losing several classics to other networks over the years.