“The Grinch Has a Secret 1977 Halloween Special, and It’s a 25-Minute Nightmare” — what this page in the network covers. Seuss’s green grump became a Christmas staple, he starred in a largely forgotten 1977 Halloween special, “Halloween Is Grinch Night.” Directed by Gerard Baldwin and featuring the voice of Hans Conried as the Grinch, the 25-minute animated short aired on ABC and even won an Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program. But despite its accolades, the special is a bizarre, chaotic watch that veers far from the heartwarming redemption of the Christmas classic.
Set on a windy night in Whoville, it follows a young Who named Euchariah who encounters the Grinch as he descends from Mount Crumpit with his “paraphernalia wagon” to wreak havoc. The special’s psychedelic visuals, eerie musical numbers, and unsettling tone make it feel more like a fever dream than a holiday treat. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.