The Grinch Who Stole Christmas is a classic animated television special produced by Dr. Seuss Enterprises and airing in 1966. It is based on the Dr. Seuss book of the same name. The Grinch, voiced by Boris Karloff, plots to steal Christmas from the Whos of Whoville, but is thwarted by Cindy Lou Who, the daughter of Max, the Grinch's loyal dog. The special features a memorable score by Albert Hague and a cast of voice actors who bring to life the colorful characters of the story, including Thurl Ravenscroft, Hans Conried, and June Foray