when was rudolph the red nosed reindeer released

The original animated film "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was released in 1964. It was based on the classic holiday song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Gene Autry. The movie quickly became a classic and has been a beloved Christmas special ever since. It tells the story of a reindeer named Rudolph who is teased for having a shiny, red nose. Rudolph eventually overcomes his obstacles and uses his unique gift to guide Santa's sleigh through a storm.