Where to Watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”
Where to Watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”
Samantha Stutsman, Nicole PomaricoSat, November 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM UTC
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‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’Credit: CBS -
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving first premiered on CBS on Nov. 20, 1973
The animated special aired on broadcast television until 2020, when Apple TV acquired the rights to the Peanuts library
As in previous years, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving will be available to stream for free for one weekend
Tuning in for A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is a holiday tradition for many, even if it looks a little different now than it did years ago.
The Peanuts classic first premiered on CBS in November 1973, bringing Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the gang together for a Thanksgiving filled with chaos, popcorn, pretzel sticks and jelly beans.
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving was Charles M. Schulz‘s third holiday special, following the iconic A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) and It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966). Rounding out the trio, the Thanksgiving favorite reminds us that the Peanuts gang knows how to serve up plenty of heart and hilarity, no matter the season.
For longtime fans, revisiting the Emmy-winning special is part of the holiday fun. And while it’s available to stream this season, finding it on traditional broadcast TV won’t be an option.
Here’s everything to know about where to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.
What is A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving about?
‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’Credit: APPLETV+
The 25-minute Peanuts special explores the meaning of Thanksgiving through themes of friendship, gratitude, kindness and holiday cheer.
“Peppermint Patty invites everyone to Charlie Brown’s for Thanksgiving, even though he’s going to see his grandmother. Snoopy decides to cook his own version of a Thanksgiving meal with help from his friends,” reads the official synopsis for A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.
How can I stream A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving?
‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’Credit: CBS
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is available to stream exclusively on Apple TV, the home for any and all Peanuts holiday specials since 2020.
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While there is a fee to use the platform, the streamer offers a seven-day free trial to new subscribers.
In October 2025, the streamer announced a five-year extension of their Peanuts partnership, meaning it would continue to host the specials until 2030.
“Our commitment, dedication and passion for Peanuts runs deep,” Tara Sorensen, head of children’s programming at Apple TV, said in a statement. “These beloved characters and stories hold a timeless significance, resonating with people of all ages across the globe. And we are delighted that the iconic holiday specials will be available for everyone to experience, continuing this time-honored, comforting tradition.”
Where can I watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving?
‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’Credit: ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
Historically, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving aired on broadcast television; more specifically, CBS.
In 2020, though, Apple TV acquired the rights to all Peanuts content. As a result, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is no longer airing on broadcast TV and can only be watched on Apple TV with a subscription.
However, there will be an opportunity to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving without a subscription in 2026: The special will stream on Apple TV on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15.
Fans can watch online or via the Apple TV app after signing in with an Apple ID.
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