Watch ‘Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’ and ‘Welcome Home Franklin’ on Streaming Service!

In the classic 1973 holiday favorite “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” Franklin, the only Black character, unfortunately finds himself seated on the sidelines at the dinner table. While that moment may have left some viewers feeling uneasy, there’s now a special Peanuts show that shines a spotlight on Franklin.

Titled “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin,” this Apple TV special delves into the origin story of the new kid in Charlie Brown’s town. Franklin, who moves frequently due to his dad’s military job, struggles to make new friends. He treasures a notebook filled with his grandfather’s advice on friendship.

For those interested in watching the Peanuts Franklin special, it’s available for streaming on Apple TV+. This heartwarming story offers a deeper look into the life of the beloved character.

Introduced in the Peanuts comic strip in 1968, Franklin holds the distinction of being the first Black character in the series. Fans may be interested to learn that his last name was revealed as Armstrong in the 1994 animated television special “You’re in the Super Bowl, Charlie Brown.” Notably, one of the creators of the special is African-American cartoonist Robb Armstrong, known for the popular Jump Start comic strip.

Unlike the Thanksgiving seating debacle in the original Peanuts special, the trailer for “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin” shows the crew inviting Franklin to join them at the lunchroom table. This heartwarming gesture is sure to resonate with viewers.

For those looking to revisit the classic “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” the film is also available for streaming on Apple TV+. You can watch it for free without a subscription on Apple TV+ for a limited time − Saturday, Nov. 23, through Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024.

If you’re curious about subscribing to Apple TV+, there are several options available. You can enjoy a three-month free trial when you purchase an Apple TV device. Following the trial period, a monthly subscription is priced at $9.99. Alternatively, Apple TV+ is included in the Apple One bundle, which offers a range of services for a single monthly fee starting at $19.95.

It’s wonderful to see Franklin take center stage in his own Peanuts special, offering fans a chance to learn more about this iconic character’s story. So whether you’re in the mood for a heartwarming tale or a trip down memory lane with “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” Apple TV+ has you covered.