Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a popular animated Christmas special that premiered in 1964. It tells the story of a young reindeer who is bullied and ostracized because of his bright red nose. However, during a blizzard on Christmas Eve, Rudolph's nose is revealed to be a beacon that can guide Santa's sleigh through the storm. The story has become a holiday classic and is typically broadcast during the Christmas season on television networks and streaming services.