When Charlie Brown joyfully returns to his friends with the spindly little tree, the rest of the “Peanuts” gang ridicule his choice. “I guess I really don’t know what Christmas is all about,” the utterly defeated Charlie Brown sighs.

A "Charlie Brown Christmas" will not air on any broadcast television network this year. Apple acquired the rights to all Peanuts properties 2020, which means only Apple TV+ subscribers have the ability watch them on demand.

A Charlie Brown Christmas debuted to acclaim, and it has since embedded itself in holiday tradition. But what many don’t know is how close this beloved classic Christmas special came to never making it on air.

Here's what to know. Where can people stream 'A Charlie Brown Christmas?' You can stream the show on Apple TV +, which requires a subscription. The platform gave people the chance

Don't miss the "Peanuts" holiday magic. There's only one place to stream "A Charlie Brown Christmas" in 2024. Find out how and where to watch this season.

Schulz, the man who birthed the lovably hard-luck Charlie Brown, was known to have wrestled with self-doubt. Yet when it came to taking the reins of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” in 1965, the “Peanuts” creator was a thinker of unwavering confidence and cool-headed belief,

In need of holiday cheer? How you can tune into this iconic Christmas special featuring your favorite Peanuts character & a very special little tree

1. Go to tv.apple.com or download the Apple TV app 2. Search for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and hit play to stream for free from Dec. 14-15. If you're an Apple TV+ subscriber, you can watch anytime. Apple also offers a seven-day free trial, so you could sign up through that as well.

Back in the 1960s, commercial realities almost derailed Schulz’s special.

I think there must be something wrong with me, Linus. The election is over and the wrong people won, but I don’t feel the way I think I’m supposed to feel. Charlie Brown and Linus start walking. Snowflakes fall,