A Charlie Brown Christmas(1965)
“That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown!”
Overview
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
Studio
United Feature Syndicate
Budget
$96K
Cast
Peter Robbins
as Charlie Brown (voice)
Christopher Shea
as Linus Van Pelt (voice)
Tracy Stratford
as Lucy Van Pelt (voice)
Cathy Steinberg
as Sally Brown (voice)
Chris Doran
as Schroeder / Shermy (voice)
Sally Dryer
as Violet (voice)
Ann Altieri
as Frieda (voice)
Geoffrey Ornstein
as Pig-Pen (voice)
Karen Mendelson
as Patty (voice)
Bill Melendez
as Snoopy (voice)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1965
Runtime
0h 25m
Language
English
Rating
7.7 / 10
Budget
$96K
Production Companies
United Feature Syndicate • Lee Mendelson Film Productions • Bill Melendez Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Charlie Brown Christmas?▼
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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 and released in 1965. It is a animation, family, comedy, tv movie film.
How long is A Charlie Brown Christmas?▼
A Charlie Brown Christmas has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
Who stars in A Charlie Brown Christmas?▼
The cast of A Charlie Brown Christmas includes Peter Robbins as Charlie Brown (voice), Christopher Shea as Linus Van Pelt (voice), Tracy Stratford as Lucy Van Pelt (voice), Cathy Steinberg as Sally Brown (voice), Chris Doran as Schroeder / Shermy (voice) and more.
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