ThePeanutscharacters began on comic strips but were later developed into over 50 animated specials.

The characters were first introduced in acomic strip by Charles Schulzin 1950.

While all thePeanutsspecials have their merits, some stand out among the many on-screen iterations of thePeanutsgang.

Charlie Brown looked defeated from Charles Schulz' Peanuts

It’sa rare and exciting moment of happiness for Charlie Brown, who is usually downtrodden and matter-of-fact.

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Unfortunately, as with manyPeanutsspecials, the gang turns on Charlie Brown, misinterpreting his intentions.

Snoopy from Peanuts Standing in Front of a Comic from 1954

Luckily, Linus can be the voice of reason and explain what Charlie was trying to do.

The gang tries to make it up to Charlie.

And it works, as he takes on lots of chores around the house.

An image of the Peanuts gang around the tree in the Christmas Special is shown.

Eventually, Snoopy can’t take it anymore and returns home to Charlie Brown.

Despite his misbehavior,his dramatic imagination and animated behaviormake the special a good watch for all Snoopy lovers.

It’s a Mystery, Charlie Brown is the first special where Woodstock is referred to by name.

Charlie Brown and Snoopy jumping for joy in Peanuts.

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The thief is Sally, who took the nest for her science class.

The special features a beautiful montage of Charlie Brownwalking home after being dismissed by Linus and the little girl.

Among Snoopy’s siblings are Spike, Belle, Olaf, Marbles, Andy, Molly, and Rover.

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Movie Poster

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is a 1973 animated television special based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. The story follows Charlie Brown as he attempts to organize a Thanksgiving dinner for his friends, despite various challenges and mishaps. Directed by Bill Melendez and Phil Roman, the special features the iconic Peanuts characters and their humorous yet heartfelt reflections on the holiday.

In flashbacks, the audience sees the puppies taken one by one as various children adopt them.

The special is a touching look at how relationships can change while growing up.

The special was nominated for the Emmy Award for Outstanding Children’s Special.

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Plus, like all the specials, the humor is appropriate for young and old audiences.

ABC and CBS have aired the special annually since its release in 1975.

There is also a good amount of Snoopy content in the special without him being the main focus.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Movie Poster

Released in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas is an animated holiday television movie directed by Bill Melendez. The Peanuts gang are brought together during the Christmas season when Charlie Brown is chosen to direct a holiday Christmas play for his neighborhood. Despite his depression during the season, the group comes together to create a memorable Christmas event.

As the thirdPeanutsholiday special, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving was well-received.

The additional content provided some historical context for the holiday, seeing thePeanutscharacters as pilgrims aboard the Mayflower.

Others see Linus' steadfastness as a lesson that everyone thinks differently and should be supported in their beliefs.

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It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brownand all Peanuts specials are available to stream on Apple TV+.

As a very earlyPeanutsspecial, it helped reinforce the developing tone of the animated shows.

It aired on television annually since its release until Apple TV+ acquired it in 2020.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Despite his depression during the season, the group comes together to create a memorable Christmas event.

A Charlie Brown Christmasis widely considered a holiday classic and one of the bestPeanutsspecials.