Will ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ be on TV this year? Here’s how to watch the festive Peanuts special
The heartwarming classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas” brings holiday joy to many families.
Debuting in 1965, the first “Peanuts” holiday special features the introspective Charlie Brown as he grapples with his disillusionment over Christmas becoming too commercial.
“Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?” he laments.
Throughout the story, Charlie Brown endeavors to teach his friends about the true meaning of Christmas. By the end, they unexpectedly unite to decorate a humble little Christmas tree for him.
Since the 1960s, “Peanuts” holiday specials, including “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” have become cherished traditions.
Here’s how you can catch “A Charlie Brown Christmas” this year.
Will ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ be broadcast this year? Where to watch it
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” will not be shown on any broadcast television channels this year. Apple gained the rights to all “Peanuts” content in 2020, which means only those subscribed to Apple TV+ can watch the special on demand.
Apple TV+ memberships begin at $9.99 monthly, and new subscribers can take advantage of a seven-day free trial before committing to a subscription.
Voice cast for ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
- Peter Robbins as Charlie Brown
- Bill Melendez as Snoopy
- Cathy Steinberg as Sally Brown
- Christopher Shea as Linus Van Pelt
- Tracy Stratford as Lucy Van Pelt
- Karen Mendelson as Patty
- Geoffrey Ornstein as Pig-Pen
- Ann Altieri as Frieda
- Chris Doran as Schroeder and Shermy
- Sally Dryer as Violet