How to Watch 'Frosty the Snowman' on TV or Online in 2024

When it comes to holiday classics, there are few Christmas TV specials more beloved than the original Frosty the Snowman. The animated short has been delighting generations of viewers since it debuted in 1969.

In this sweet holiday movie, a group of children bring Frosty to life with an enchanted hat and help him in his quest to reach the North Pole so he doesn’t melt. Frosty the Snowman inspired multiple sequels and related titles over the years, including Frosty’s Winter Wonderland (1976), Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July (1979) and Frosty Returns (1992).

Here are all the details on how to watch Frosty the Snowman in 2024!

When is Frosty the Snowman airing on TV?

Frosty the Snowman will air on NBC at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Dec. 11 (followed by Shrek the Halls). You can also watch it as part of the Freeform 25 Days of Christmas at the following times:

• Saturday, Dec. 7 — 8:35 p.m.

• Sunday, Dec. 8 — 5:35 p.m.

• Monday, Dec. 16 — 8:45 p.m.

• Tuesday, Dec. 17 —7:20 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 21 — 5:40 p.m.

• Sunday, Dec. 22 — 2:25 p.m.

• Tuesday, Dec. 24 — 7:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 25 — 10:30 a.m.

Check TV Guide for your local listings.

How long is Frosty the Snowman?

Frosty the Snowman has a running time of 25 minutes.

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What channel is Frosty the Snowman on?

Frosty the Snowman will air on NBC on Wednesday, Dec. 11 and on Freeform as a part of their 25 Days of Christmas. It may also air on other channels beyond streaming services or on-demand video, so check your local listings.

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Is Frosty the Snowman on Netflix?

Frosty the Snowman is not currently available to stream on Netflix.

Can I rent Frosty the Snowman?

Frosty the Snowman is not currently available to rent online, but you can purchase it for $9.99 on most video-on-demand platforms.

How can I stream Frosty the Snowman?

Frosty the Snowman is available (for a fee) on Hulu, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+.

Where can I buy Frosty the Snowman?

Frosty the Snowman can be purchased for $9.99 on most video-on-demand platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV and Google Play.