A Boy Named Charlie Brown.

Name: A Boy Named Charlie Brown
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 1969-12-04
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Peter Robbins, Pamelyn Ferdin, Glenn Lelger, Andy Pforsich, Sally Dryer

Sometimes showing up is the brave part.

After a run of everyday disappointments, Charlie Brown discovers he has a talent for spelling. With Linus and Snoopy along for support, he travels to compete on a much bigger stage.

95%Tomatometer21 critics · Rotten Tomatoes

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Why it’s a little special

The Peanuts gang treats embarrassment, hope and disappointment with unusual honesty, making room for a conversation about trying again.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

Other children tease Charlie Brown, and he struggles with anxiety and failure. Slapstick mishaps and moments of sadness appear within an otherwise gentle story.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Bill Melendez
Starring: Peter Robbins, Pamelyn Ferdin, Glenn Lelger, Andy Pforsich, Sally Dryer, Anne Altieri, Erin Sullivan, Kip DeFaria, Linda Mendelson, Guy Pforsich, David Carey, Bill Melendez
Written by: Charles M. Schulz
Produced by: Bill Melendez, Lee Mendelson
Release date: December 4, 1969
Runtime: 85 minutes
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Studio: United Features Syndicate
Language: English