

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie
- Animation
- Family
- Music
Young Rudolph suffers a childhood accident that sees his nose turn from the publicly accepted norm of black to a glowing red colour. His parents worry about him getting teased, and indeed he does in the end. When he is beaten in the reindeer games by his rival for a doe he fancies, Rudolph runs away and moves into a cave with Slyly the Fox. However can he overcome his fear and reach his true potential?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie is a 1998 animated family film that reimagines the classic Christmas character's origin story. The film follows young Rudolph as he grapples with his glowing red nose and discovers his true potential despite childhood hardship and rivalry. A musical adventure exploring themes of acceptance and self-discovery.
When does Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie come out?
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated G
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Top cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects- Eric PospisilYoung Rudolph (voice)
Kathleen BarrOlder Rudolph / Twinkle the Spirte (voice)
John GoodmanSanta Claus (voice)
Whoopi GoldbergStormella (voice)
Debbie ReynoldsMrs. Claus / Mitzi / Mrs. Prancer / School Teacher (voice)
Bob NewhartLeonard (voice)
Eric IdleSlyly (voice)
Richard SimmonsBoone (voice)
Matt HillArrow (voice)
Vanessa MorleyZoey (voice)
Alec WillowsDoggle / Prancer (voice)
Lee TockarRidley - Stormella's Butler / Milo the Elf / Vixen (voice)
Garry ChalkBlitzen - Rudolph's Father (voice)
Christopher GrayYoung Arrow (voice)
Myriam SiroisOlder Zoey / Glitter the Sprite / Schoolroom Doe #1 (voice)
Trailer
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie - 1998 Theatrical Trailer
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie — frequently asked
When was Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie released?
The film was released on October 16, 1998.
What is the plot about?
The story follows young Rudolph after an accident turns his nose from black to glowing red. After being teased and losing a competition for a doe he likes, Rudolph runs away to a cave with a fox named Slyly, where he must overcome his fears to reach his true potential.
What genre is this film?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie is an animated family film with musical elements.
Is this related to the classic Rudolph TV special?
This is a separate theatrical film that offers its own take on Rudolph's origin story, distinct from other Rudolph adaptations.

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