"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is a beloved Christmas special that has been broadcast every year since its debut in 1966. The special is based on the classic Dr. Seuss book of the same name and has a runtime of approximately 26 minutes. It tells the story of the Grinch, a grumpy and bitter creature who lives on Mount Crumpet and hates Christmas. He plans to steal Christmas from the innocent Whos, but his plans are thwarted by a young girl named Cindy Lou Who who teaches him the true meaning of Christmas.