Rudolph's Shiny New Year (1976)

65% of users liked it
(243 ratings)

Rudolph is again a hero when he comes to the rescue of Baby New Year (otherwise time would stand still!). This animation/puppet combo features the talented voices of Red Skelton and Frank Gorshin. ~ Rovi

Rating, Runtime: G, 50 min.
Directed By: Jules Bass
Written By: Romeo Muller
Genres: Television, Animation, Kids & Family, Musical & Performing Arts

In Theaters: Dec 10, 1976 Wide

Critic Reviews

Nancy Davis Kho, Common Sense Media
Rudolph helps another outcast save New Year's Eve.
MaryAnn Johanson, Flick Filosopher
Any geeky kid worth his dinosaur books knows that cavepeople and dinosaurs did not coexist. Flying reindeer with red noses, yes. People riding stegosauruses, no.

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Bruce B

Number 10 a cute little 50 minute film made back in 1976 by Rankin/Bass Productions. an animated fiilm with puppet like figures. And the story is based on Rudolph finding baby New Year or we are stuck on Dce 31 forever. Has educational parts, excellent for ages 1 to 4 years old. Also… More
Number 10 a cute little 50 minute film made back in 1976 by Rankin/Bass Productions. an animated fiilm with puppet like figures. And the story is based on Rudolph finding baby New Year or we are stuck on Dce 31 forever. Has educational parts, excellent for ages 1 to 4 years old. Also good for parents a cute old school chrildrens christmas film. 4 1/2 stars.
Sarah P

Overall, I just thought this was weird. So I give it points for that, but not much else.
Anthony V

Not quite as good as the first, but still fun.