Frosty the Snowman is an animated television special that premiered on CBS in 1969. It's based on the classic children's song of the same name and follows the adventures of a snowman named Frosty who comes to life after a group of children place a magical top hat on his head. Frosty's magical abilities allow him to perform various tricks and bring joy to everyone around him. The special has become a Christmas classic and is still aired annually on television during the holiday season.