Find something to be grateful for with the holiday classic “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.” Here’s how and, above all, When you can watch it for free on Apple TV.
It’s been more than 50 years since Charlie Brown and his friends first gathered around the Thanksgiving table. Since then, they have become part of countless annual traditions for families across America.
That’s why Apple TV is giving everyone two days of full access to tune in. Anyone can watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” for free on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15.
Apple TV subscribers can watch for free anytime.
Charlie Brown, Snoopy and their friends will also return for the classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas” in December.
You have plenty of options for streaming Peanuts specials alongside the rest of the Apple TV catalog. If you already have an Apple device, the easiest way is through Apple’s official apps, including the iPhone one.
You can also watch content through your Apple TV set-top box or on most smart TVs. Modern browsers allow users to stream Apple TV from any platform, making it the easiest option for those without Apple devices.
How to Watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” for Free on Apple TV in 2026
- In any modern web browser, go to tv.apple.com
- Sign in to your iCloud account or create a new one
- Find the show and press Play
- Watch it on your computer or stream it on a TV of your choice
Only on Apple TV
In 2020, Apple signed a deal with rights holders WildBrain and Peanuts Worldwide to bring Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the whole gang to Apple TV. In October 2025, the company announced an extension of that agreement.
Apple TV has exclusive streaming rights to all Peanuts content through 2030. Watching new or classic specials outside of limited streaming windows requires an Apple TV subscription.
Apple TV offers a three-month free trial when first-time viewers purchase an eligible device, such as an iPhone. If you haven’t purchased an iPhone and haven’t tried Apple TV yet, you may be eligible for a seven-day trial.
After the trial ends, the monthly cost will be $14.99 or $119.99 per year.
