Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) movie poster

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)

"You might even say it glows!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 94%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 95% (RT: 95%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Larry Roemer
Runtime
52m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (636 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
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)
Yes. 94% of real audiences liked it based on 636 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 95%.
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... Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated animation films of 1964 among dedicated fans.
  • Larry Roemer cited several classic animation films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a 1964 animation, family, tv movie film directed by Larry Roemer. 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.

The film has been rated by 636 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a animation film, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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