The 55th Anniversary of Rankin/Bass “Here Comes Peter Cottontail”
Turning holiday songs into origin stories is something that Rankin/Bass did best. And this is one of their best.
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The 50th Anniversary of Rankin/Bass “The First Easter Rabbit”
Here they not only provide an “origin story” for another iconic holiday figure, but with an earworm of a song that may linger with you through Mother’s Day.
The 40th Anniversary of “The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus”
The last holiday special produced using that special brand of stop-motion animation – “Animagic.”
“The Year Without a Santa Claus” on Records
A recorded history of the original book and its 67-year journey from print, to audio, and of course, to a stop-motion animated classic.
Purrfect Heroes: The 40th Anniversary of “ThunderCats”
In the genre of fantasy and sci-fi animated shows that dominated the airwaves in the 1980s, ThunderCats stands out.
The More the Merrier 3: Seldom Seen Christmas Specials
In a season filled with many Rankin/Bass’ popular offerings, it seems an opportune time to look back at some of their lesser-known holiday specials.
Cold Comfort: The 55th Anniversary of “Frosty the Snowman”
This Rankin/Bass special could best be described as a cozy, animated Christmas card from another era.
The 60th Anniversary of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
Still “Sleigh”-ing Them: a beloved Rankin/Bass TV special is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
Hidden Haunts #3: More Seldom Seen Halloween Specials
Continuing our annual tradition of looking back at some overlooked or forgotten Halloween specials.
Celebrating Rankin/Bass “The Jackson 5ive Show”
For the original generation who grew up watching the show, this milestone is the perfect time to look back and celebrate.
