A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown!
When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism that he sees amongst everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but it is a frustrating struggle. When an attempt to restore the proper spirit with a forlorn little fir Christmas tree fails, he needs Linus' help to learn the meaning of Christmas.
Director: Bill Melendez
Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy, TV Movie
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: December 9, 1965
Cast
- Peter Robbins - Charlie Brown (voice)
- Christopher Shea - Linus Van Pelt (voice)
- Tracy Stratford - Lucy Van Pelt (voice)
- Cathy Steinberg - Sally Brown (voice)
- Chris Doran - Schroeder / Shermy (voice)
- Sally Dryer - Violet (voice)
- Ann Altieri - Frieda (voice)
- Geoffrey Ornstein - Pig-Pen (voice)
- Karen Mendelson - Patty (voice)
- Bill Melendez - Snoopy (voice)
Screenplay
Music: Vince Guaraldi
Editing: Robert Gillis
Production: United Feature Syndicate, Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Bill Melendez Productions, CBS
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $96,000
Original Language: en
Themes
Holiday Joy and Festive Comedies, Christmas and Holiday Warmth, Holiday Reunions and Chaotic Fun, Holiday Vacation Disaster and Hilarious Fun
Keywords
holiday, tree, cartoon, christmas
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Charlie Brown Christmas about?
- When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism that he sees amongst everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but it is a frustrating struggle. When an attempt to restore the proper spirit with a forlorn little fir Christmas tree fails, he needs Linus' help to learn the meaning of Christmas.
- Who directed A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas was directed by Bill Melendez.
- Who stars in A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas stars Peter Robbins, Christopher Shea, Tracy Stratford, Cathy Steinberg, Chris Doran, Sally Dryer.
- How long is A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas is a Animation, Family, Comedy, TV Movie film.
- What is the budget of A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas had a budget of $96,000.
- Where was A Charlie Brown Christmas produced?
- A Charlie Brown Christmas was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of A Charlie Brown Christmas?
- The themes of A Charlie Brown Christmas include: Holiday Joy and Festive Comedies, Christmas and Holiday Warmth, Holiday Reunions and Chaotic Fun, Holiday Vacation Disaster and Hilarious Fun.