Where to watch 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving': 'Peanuts' movie only on streaming this year

Thanksgiving is almost here, which for most people means eating turkey, taking naps and watching football.

For a lot of people, it also means firing up the television and watching holiday classics like "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving."

In the past, the movie has aired every year on CBS, ABC, but Apple acquired the rights to the Peanuts holiday specials in 2020. Although the movie aired on PBS in 2020 and 2021, it will not be available on standard television this year.

First released in 1973, "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" sees Peppermint Patty invite everyone to Charlie Brown's house for Thanksgiving even though he is going to see his grandmother.

Also, Snoopy decides to cook his own version of a Thanksgiving meal with help from his friends.

Here's everything you need to know about "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving," including where and when you can watch it for free.

Where to watch 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving'

Those looking to watch the movie will need to head over to Apple TV+. Subscribers can watch it any time.

Apple got exclusive rights to stream the "Peanuts" holiday specials on Apple TV+ back in 2020 after decades of being available on broadcast networks CBS and ABC.

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How to stream 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' for free

Apple TV+ is making the holiday special available for non-subscribers Nov. 18-19.

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"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" and "A Charlie Brown Christmas" will also be found on Apple TV+ this year.

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