Commercial realities almost derailed "A Charlie Brown Christmas" in the 1960s, yet those same forces ultimately ensured its broadcast. The result is a lasting touchstone of innocence, hope and belief.

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 the holidays without “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The 1965 broadcast has become a staple of the season for many generations.

The True Message of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas,’ the TV Classic That Almost Got Scrapped CBS executives were dubious. But the sincerity of Snoopy and the ‘Peanuts’ gang has resonated with ...

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 ...

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 ...

The rest of the gang soon concludes Charlie Brown’s scrawny tree isn’t so bad, after all – it just “needs a little love.” When Schulz discussed this idea with Mendelson and Melendez ...