One young reindeer decorating a tree spots a red object and, curious, tickles it with a leaf.

Rejected and saddened after being teased and made fun of by the other reindeer children, Rudolph returns home where his mother greets him and tries to cheer him up by reminding him to hang his stocking for Santa.

Meanwhile in the North Pole, Santa Claus peeks out of his workshop and takes notice of the heavy fog, noting that it would be tough to get through on his own.

When the grandfather clock strikes midnight, Santa quickly rushes in to get his reindeer and get ready for the travel ahead.

Agreeing to help him, Rudolph leaves a note for his parents before joining Santa on his journey, leading the other reindeer throughout the rest of the night.

Blushing from head to toe, Rudolph bashfully tells everyone "Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night".