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- “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is a classic holiday special that first aired in 1965.
- Apple TV+ holds the exclusive streaming rights to all “Peanuts” holiday specials.
- Watching the special on Christmas Day requires an Apple TV+ subscription or a free trial.
Is your Christmas tree not living up to the expectations you had this holiday season?
Maybe it “just needs a little love.”
If that phrase sounds nostalgically familiar, you may remember Linus van Pelt saying it in “A Charlie Brown Christmas” ― the “Peanuts” holiday classic that will be streamed around the snow globe come Dec. 25.
Do you plan on watching Charlie Brown and the “Peanuts” gang around the Christmas tree? Here’s how Tennesseans can tune in with their families for free this winter ― because sharing is one of the best gifts of all.
What is ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ about?
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” debuted in 1965 and is the first TV special based on the “Peanuts” comic strip by Charles M. Schulz. The special has a run time of 25 minutes and features the voices of Peter Robbins, Christopher Shea, Kathy Steinberg, Tracy Stratford, and Bill Melendez.
Apple TV describes the film’s plot as follows:
“Feeling down about the commercialism of Christmas, Charlie Brown becomes the director of the gang’s holiday play. Can he overcome his friends’ preference for dancing over acting, find the ‘perfect’ tree, and discover the true meaning of Christmas?”
Will ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ be broadcast on television in 2025?
In 2020, Apple TV acquired the exclusive rights to the “Peanuts” collection, including holiday specials. Since then, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “Peanuts” specials alike have not broadcast on traditional TV networks.
How can I watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ for free in 2025?
Mark your calendars and preheat those gingerbread cookies ― “A Charlie Brown Christmas” will stream for free on Apple TV on Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14. An Apple TV subscription will not be required to watch the special during this free-viewing window.
How can I watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ on Christmas Day 2025?
To access “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on Apple TV on Christmas Day and throughout the year, you will need to sign up for an Apple TV subscription, which costs newcomers $12.99 per month. However, the sign up includes a seven-day free trial, allowing users to cancel their subscription before being charged for the month.
Watch ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ on Apple TV
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