With the weather cooling down and the holiday season in our midst, we're ready for one of our favorite times of the year, Thanksgiving, and all of the traditions that come with it. Since A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving first debuted in 1973, families have made a ritual out of watching the classic fall movie every November.
For those who aren't familiar with the premise, the special features our favorite Peanuts character as he tries to create his version of Thanksgiving dinner. With the help of Linus, Snoopy, Lucy and all of his other friends (including ones Peppermint Patty invites without his permission), he manages to pull it off ... with a few hijinks scattered in between.
While the film is a simple one, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving always manages to warm the hearts of those who tune in. If you're wondering how to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving this year, we have all the answers for you ahead.
Is A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving airing on TV this year?
We hate to break the hearts of those who were hoping to see it on primetime, because A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving will not be airing on TV in 2024.
That said, there is one easy way still you can watch the holiday special: on streaming.
Where can I watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving in 2024?
It's time to gather your loved ones, because you can stream A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving exclusively on Apple TV+.
For a very short window of time, you don't need to subscribe to the streamer to watch the beloved special. Even if you don't have access to Apple TV+, you can watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for free on Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24.
Now, should you want to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving outside of that time frame, you can sign up for Apple TV+ and stream it any time. Folks can opt into a 7-day free trial before signing up for the site, which costs just $9.99 per month. Once you're set, click on the movie title on Apple TV+'s website or on-the-go with the Apple TV+ app.
Additionally, you can buy the DVD of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving on Amazon for $9.99. While you're at it, why not pick up It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and A Charlie Brown Christmas for a complete set of DVDs?
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
As the entertainment and news associate editor for Good Housekeeping, Adrianna (she/her) writes about everything TV, movies, music and pop culture. She graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in journalism and a minor in business management. She covers shows like The Rookie, 9-1-1 and Grey's Anatomy, though when she’s not watching the latest show on Netflix, she’s taking martial arts or drinking way too much coffee.
