Great for kids of all ages.

**T**_heme_- 7.5/10
**R**_ewatchibility_- 9/10
**A**_cting_- 8/10
**K**_inematography_- 9.5/10
**T**_ime_- 9.5/10
**Total** - 43.5/5 = ==8.7==

Of all the Charlie Browns, you are the Charlie Browniest. The Peanuts have a wit and charm to them that should fly over the heads of its targeted demographic, yet every year we continue celebrating the holidays with a special like this. Charlie Brown encapsulates a mood not often seen so genuinely on the screen. Lack of Christmas spirit or more specifically depression during the holidays is a very real thing that even children can find themselves in. The message here is to find the real meaning of Christmas and the joy within it, through all of the commercialism the holiday brings with it. While I believe for many, the holiday has evolved beyond that of a day we celebrate the birth of a savior or any religious artifacts, the lessons therein deserve a pause for thought to avoid becoming a Charlie Brown yourself. This special has wit, humor, and an effective theme that seems to be, much like Charlie's tree, evergreen.

Still great, but a couple things that parents might consider problematic for young young kids, like all the kids calling everything “stupid”. If that’s not a problem for you, then it’s still wonderful!

Simply a classic Christmas movie. Also, that tree is beautiful.

What my sister said during it about sums it up for me:

What’s with all these cynical toddlers?

The epitome of what a classic is! The kids were mesmerized and amazed that it is older than me! Even more amazed that we had to wait for it to be on "regular" TV.

I have two TV movies that are my favourites at Christmastime. This is one and the other is THE GRINCH THAT STOLE CHRISTMAS. Linus' recitation of the angel announcing Jesus' birth by to the shepherds echos in my heart every Christmas. This show bucked the network and almost didn't get aired. They felt America wouldn't receive it's clear message of Christmas hope and wanted it cut. They were against having children voice the Peanut's characters. The jazz musical score was considered too unconventional. But Schultz stood his ground and we reaped the benefits. I rate this short movie a 10 (favourite) out of 10. [Animated Christmas Special]

This is so cute. A gentle reminder of the true spirit of the season.

I just had to watch this.

Total classic.

>"I never thought it was such a bad little tree. It's not bad at all, really. Maybe it just needs a little love."

Good message, great music, fun characters.. I love Charlie Brown. I have yet to meet anyone who doesn't love this classic, and hope it continues to bring people joy for another 60 years.

"Christmas time is here
Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year

Christmas time is here
We'll be drawing near
Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year."

Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a happy new year everyone!