It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The 1965 broadcast has become a staple — etched into traditions across generations like decorating the tree or ...

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You can catch "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on streaming this year. Here's what to know.

When Charlie Brown joyfully returns to his friends with the spindly little tree, the gang ridicules his choice. “I guess I really don’t know what Christmas is all about,” he sighs.

When Charlie Brown joyfully returns to his friends with the spindly little tree, the gang ridicules his choice. “I guess I really don’t know what Christmas is all about,” he sighs.

It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The 1965 broadcast has become a staple — etched into traditions across generations like decorating the tree or ...

It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The 1965 broadcast has become a staple – etched into traditions across generations like decorating the tree or ...

This image released by Apple shows key art for the animated classic "A Charlie Brown Christmas" holiday special. (Apple via AP) ...