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A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’ Is Streaming Only on Apple TV+ in 2025

Apple’s new five-year Peanuts deal keeps the specials off free broadcast through at least 2030.

Overview

  • The 1973 holiday classic is not airing on broadcast or cable this year and is not available on services like Netflix or Hulu.
  • Apple offered a limited free viewing window on Nov. 15–16, which has ended for 2025.
  • Watching now requires an Apple TV+ subscription, which offers a seven-day free trial and is typically $12.99 per month.
  • Some new Apple device purchases include three months of Apple TV+ at no cost, providing another way to watch.
  • PBS confirmed in 2022 that it no longer holds airing rights, though fans can still buy the special on DVD or Blu‑ray.