Apple TV+ Special 'Welcome Home, Franklin' to Address Past 'Peanuts' Controversy

The new animated special aims to rectify past criticisms by focusing on Franklin, the first Black character in the 'Peanuts' series, premiering February 16.

• Apple TV+ addresses past controversy with 'Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin,' a special focusing on the character Franklin.
• The new special aims to correct perceived racism from a 1973 'Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' episode, featuring Franklin more inclusively.
• Franklin, the first Black character in 'Peanuts,' gets an origin story that explores themes of friendship and fitting in.
• The special is co-written by Robb Armstrong, named after Franklin, and highlights the character's development.
• Premiering on February 16, the special is part of Apple TV+'s exclusive Peanuts content, not available on cable TV.

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