A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Movie spotlight

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

1973
Movie
25 min
English

Turkey, cranberries, pumpkin pie... and the Peanuts gang to share them with. This is going to be the greatest Thanksgiving ever! The fun begins when Peppermint Patty invites herself and her pals to Charlie Brown's house for a REALLY big turkey party. Good grief! All our hero can cook is cold cereal and maybe toast. Is Charlie Brown doomed? Not when Linus, Snoopy and Woodstock chip in to save the (Thanksgiving) Day. With such good friends, Charlie Brown - and all of us - have so many reasons to be thankful.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Google Users91%
Director: Bill MelendezGenres: Animation, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

Charlie Brown invites his friends over for Thanksgiving dinner, but they end up with a spread of toast, popcorn, and jelly beans after a mix-up with the holiday meal. The gang struggles to find the true meaning of Thanksgiving as they deal with their unusual meal and Charlie Brown's attempts to please everyone.

Critical Reception

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is a beloved holiday special that has been a staple for generations. It is generally praised for its heartwarming message and relatable depiction of childhood awkwardness and the spirit of togetherness, despite its unconventional Thanksgiving meal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming and humorous portrayal of childhood holiday mishaps.

  • Appreciated for its simple yet effective message about friendship and gratitude.

  • Considered a nostalgic and enduring holiday classic for families.

Google audience: Viewers consistently praise the special for its nostalgic charm and the heartwarming message about friendship and inclusivity, even when things don't go as planned. The relatable struggles of Charlie Brown resonate with many, making it a cherished part of holiday traditions.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Programming.

Fun Fact

The iconic scene where Snoopy and Woodstock dance on top of the table was improvised during production by animator Bill Melendez.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

There is some hate behind this for no reason aside from what Lenin said about having to destroy the culture. A lot of culture and traditions have been under attack due to false pretenses lately haven't they? Anyway, like Christmas and Th...

rspen46

rspen46

To start off with I give this one a 68% rating, I rate the Great Pumpkin 85% and The Christmas Special 80%. This one is also good, but it does not quite match the other 2 as it's the 3rd in the Charlie Brown Holiday specials, it just do...