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Millie Bobby Brown reflected on the fate of her character in The Electric State after the dramatic ending of the Russo brothers' movie. The story of The Electric State is set in an alternate version of the United States in the 1990s, in the aftermath of a war between humans and robots. In the Netflix film, Brown's character, Michelle, teams up with a mysterious robot to search for her missing brother. In addition to Brown, the cast of The Electric State includes Chris Pratt, Stanley Tucci, Giancarlo Esposito, and Ke Huy Quan.

In an interview with Screen Rant's Joe Deckelmeier, Brown discusses what she thinks Michelle's mindset will be after the events of the movie. From the very first scene of The Electric State, it is clear that Michelle and her brother, Chris, have a special bond. However, Michelle has to tragically...

Snoopy is famously Charlie Brown’s dog in Peanuts continuity, and for the entirety of their relationship, Charlie Brown was under the impression that he and Snoopy were best friends. However, after re-reading some Peanuts comic strips, I’ve had a startling realization: Snoopy doesn’t even know Charlie Brown’s name. Snoopy knows Charlie Brown is responsible for feeding and taking care of him, but that seems to be about as far as their relationship goes (from Snoopy’s perspective) - and honestly, this is the most ‘Charlie Brown’ thing to ever happen to Charlie Brown in Peanuts.

Proof that Snoopy doesn’t actually know Charlie Brown’s name isn’t only found in a single story arc or even in just a one-month-crop of Peanuts comics, but throughout the entire comic strip series. Rather than referring to Charlie Brown by his actual name, Snoopy simply calls him “The...

Charles Schulz' Peanuts is considered timeless for a reason, and that's because of how relatable it continues to be despite the passage of time. Children continue to see themselves in characters like Charlie Brown and Lucy, and adults also look back and recall past events through these strips - even those that make them cringe in hindsight. Schulz also depicts adult experiences through his childlike narrative lens, contributing to the eternal relevance of Peanuts.

From Charlie Brown procrastinating in school to Snoopy attempting to shovel snow to no avail, Peanuts presents a number of hilarious scenes that all readers - young, old, and everything in-between - can resonate with in some capacity. Decades after their initial release, these 10 Peanuts comics from December 1964 depict experiences that still hit a little too close to home.

Lucy Faces Karmic Retribution For Her Football Prank First Published: December 2nd, 1964

One of Peanuts' most...

Peanuts always does it up for the holidays, celebrating in their strips and animated TV specials, with Thanksgiving being one of the more famous Peanuts holidays. Never failing to address Thanksgiving in their comic strips, Peanuts makes all the characters join in on the Turkey Day festivities. Even characters that are not part of the core cast, like Spike, Snoopy's brother, have been included in Thanksgiving storylines.

Whether it be about the food or the family, Peanuts mines Thanksgiving for inspiration in their November comic strips. Given that Thanksgiving was such a popular holiday to celebrate in the comic strips, an animated TV special was just a matter of time, especially after the massive success of the Halloween TV special. As a result, Peanuts became forever entwined with the holiday of Thanksgiving.

"They Should Give You A Turkey" November 23, 1999

Rerun has his own way of looking at the world, something...

Watching TV was an essential part of everyday life for Garfield, as Jim Davis' beloved comic strip routinely poked fun at Americans' increasing appetite for television. Davis used the iconic orange tabby as a proxy for audiences, as Garfield initially had a love/hate relationship with TV, though over time he came to love just about everything about it even the commercials.

By the time Garfield debuted in newspapers in the summer of 1978, television had been a staple of America's pop culture diet for over twenty-five years, and Jim Davis seemed to correctly predict that it would continue to become an increasingly dominant force in the decades to come.

TV was one of the earliest subjects the comic tackled, and it did so regularly, establishing it as one of Garfield's favorite things; alongside the character's passion for lasagna and his penchant for drinking too much coffee.

"Happiness Is A Warm...

One of Charlie Brown's most endearing character traits from the Peanuts comics is his love of baseball and that extended to his favorite player and hero, Joe Shlabotnik, whose lousy career in the major and minor leagues made him a reflection of the franchise's protagonist, who is best known for being a loser, but a relentlessly optimistic one.

Joe Shlabotnik, a fictional ballplayer, remained Charlie Brown's idol despite the tumult of his career, which saw him repeatedly demoted to the minors. Later, he went from an unsuccessful career as a player to an equally tepid run as a manager yet Charlie Brown's admiration for him never wavered.

Peanuts' Joe Schlabotnik cartoons are a great representation of what makes Charlie Brown such a beloved character: a mix of unwavering loyalty, good-natured navet, and persistence in the face of any and all discouragement.

"When He Suffers, I Suffer" First Published: May 6, 1963

Though...

Get into the holiday spirit this year with fan-favorite holiday programming for all ages, now streaming globally on Apple TV+. The Apple TV Plus Holiday 2024 programming features beloved Peanuts specials, musical holiday specials from Mariah Carey and Hannah Waddingham, the musical comedy feature Spirited, and more.

In addition to Apple Original holiday films, specials, and episodes, Peanuts fans can look forward to catching the timeless and iconic holiday specials for free on Apple TV+, including A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Apple TV+ will provide special free streaming windows for nonsubscribers to enjoy these original holiday specials, and subscribers can watch these specials anytime, all season long.

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A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving — Stream for Free Saturday, November 23, 2024, and Sunday, November 24, 2024

For over 50 years of this Peanuts classic, Peppermint Patty invites everyone to Charlie Brown’s for Thanksgiving, even though he is already...

Snoopy is perhaps the most beloved character in the entire Peanuts catalog, even including Charlie Brown himself. Despite his widespread popularity, however, many fans might now know Snoopys full backstory. Everyone knows Snoopy is Charlie Browns dog, as he has been since the start of the comic strip back in 1950. But what they may not know is that Snoopy had an owner before Charlie Brown, which was a comic strip story arc that later inspired an animated film.

As revealed in a crop of Peanuts comic strips published in August 1968, Snoopy had an owner named Lila before being adopted by Charlie Brown. This shocking revelation isnt just sprung on fans, either, but is slowly revealed in a series of strips that pull back the layers of Snoopys backstory - ones that also explain why Lila will always have a special place in his heart.

In the Peanuts comic strip published August 20, 1968, Charlie Brown approaches Snoopy,...

The year is 1954, and, in the month of October, Charles Schulz is delivering some of his best Peanuts work. At this point, Schulz had been publishing Peanuts strips for four years. While the brand still had a long way to go before it became the biggest, best comic in the world, it was already a staple of newspapers everywhere.

At this point, Schulz had already hit his stride as the writer and artist for Peanuts, even considering that he still had some time to perfect his craft. The cast of characters who readers are most familiar with today - Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, and more - have all mostly appeared and are starting to find their voices as characters. Schulz's visual gags are not only at their sharpest, but are perfectly topical as fall settles in. Some of the best misadventures of Charlie Brown and friends take place during the fall,...

Jim Davis' Garfield is perhaps the most successful comic strip ever created, read all over the world, to the extent that it has the Guinness World Record for the most syndicated strip. It's therefore surprising to learn that while Davis' father liked his son's creation, there was a contemporary comic that he loved just that little bit more. This fact is made all the more interesting due to the fact that Davis was friends with his 'rival' creator, who ended up shaping Garfield by prompting Davis to rename a major character.

Davis kept it quiet that his father preferred a rival comic, admitting in 2014 that "Nobody else knew that until today."

Jim Davis' Dad Preferred Beetle Bailey ... But Davis' Friendship with Mort Walker Ended Up Changing an Iconic Garfield Character

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In an interview with Mental Floss, Jim Davis admitted that while his dad liked Garfield,...

School lunch can be a highlight of the day for some kids - or a hated hour like it is for Charlie Brown of Peanuts. No one hates lunch hour quite like Charlie Brown does, with many strips as evidence. However, Charlie Brown is not the only Peanuts character who is shown at school lunch.

In fact, most Peanuts characters have been shown at school lunch at one point or another. Interestingly, the comics that show the characters at school lunch each give a further glimpse into their personalities. For instance, at lunch, Eudora reveals a strange personality quirk, Charlie Brown exhibits his tendencies for loneliness and downward spiraling, and Linus's surprisingly complicated relationship with his mother is shown. Consequently, readers learn even more about the characters based on their behaviors at school lunch.

"I Hate Lunch Hour!" November 11th, 1963

Charlie Brown is not a fan of lunchtime at school.

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Throughout all of the entertainment media, some franchises simply endure and rise above the rest, the Peanuts franchise has managed that feat with ease. What was once Charles M. Schulz's humble and simple comic strip has evolved into a multi-media franchise with some of the most recognizable characters in history. Charlie Brown and Snoopy have gone from bizarre characters to holiday staples and TV stars. The growth came over decades and was spurred on by daily comic releases, TV specials, and even a 2015 movie. When it was first released on October 2, 1950, Schulz never could have imagined the behemoth that his strip would become.

Over the years, the strip became so popular that it was...

After Peanuts began its prolific run in 1950, creator Charles Schulz continually pushed the boundaries of what could be done with comic strips. An exemplary accomplishment of his was introducing long-form storytelling to the series, with plots spanning across days, weeks, even months. One of these arcs features Linus running for school president with help from Lucy and Charlie Brown, and it made for a hysterical story.

In a comic strip from October 5, 1964, Lucy approaches Linus about running for school president. He's initially reluctant due to the role's mountain of responsibilities, until Lucy wins him over in just four words: "Think of the power." Linus' power-hungry expression says it all, and he's quick to accept Lucy's proposition.

Over the next month of publication, Linus embarks on a presidential campaign that's equal parts hilarious and scathingly accurate to real-world politics. This brilliant storyline was later adapted into an animated TV special, thereby...

Smack between viewing It’s the Great Pumpkin and A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, Peanuts fans are getting a must-have to add to their holiday wish lists with a new drop from lifestyle and pop-culture design house Super7. Sort of makes up for all those rocks ya blockheads may have gotten at Halloween. Known for its always on-trend collectible toys, apparel and collectibles, the San Francisco-based brand has just made available today for pre-sale a series of additions to its already iconic line of Peanuts ReAction figures. Each of the 3.75-inch character figures—Lucy, Charlie Brown, Franklin and Snoopy—is inspired by their appearances in Charles Schulz’s comic strips, comes packaged in a blistered cardback, and features five points of articulation. The new figures join Super7’s existing line of ReAction figures based on the beloved cartoon crew that includes a slew of Halloween-themed items, tributes to old-school strips and...

Pig-Pen is one of the most iconic members of the Peanuts gang, and one of the oldest. Indeed, Pig-Pen has been making readers laugh since 1954, introduced a mere four years after Peanuts first entered syndication. Throughout that time, the famously filthy Peanuts character has been at the center of many jokes. However, arguably none of them can compare to one running gag thats as old as he is, mostly because it shows just how smart the creator of Peanuts, Charles M. Schulz, really was.

In a series of four Peanuts comic strips, Charles M. Schultz tells one long joke with Pig-Pen right at the center of it. And its absolutely hilarious, even by todays standards.

In the Peanuts comic strip published September 8, 1954, Patty is scolding Pig-Pen for how dirty he is. She tells him that no one will admire him if he doesnt clean himself up, and hell essentially...

Every member of the Peanuts gang contributes to the comic strips lasting legacy and comedic success. Indeed, Peanuts is as beloved and timeless as it is because of its characters. It doesnt need a new gag in every strip to be funny. Peanuts lets its characters carry the narrative, and the humor comes naturally from there. While the likes of Charlie Brown and Snoopy are obvious standouts, one of the funniest members of the Peanuts gang is unarguably Lucy.

Lucy basically plays the part of the gang's resident know-it-all, but not in a way thats too insufferable, mostly because Lucy is regularly (hilariously) wrong about whatever topic she claims to know everything about. In fact, thats the punchline of one particular Lucy joke that was published in September 1954, which is why its as funny now as it was when it first came out - and its far from the only one.

Fall was always a memorable time in Charles Schulz' iconic Peanuts comic strip whether his beloved characters, such as Charlie Brown and Snoopy, were enthusiastically jumping into piles, or simply enjoying the new cool weather of the season, Peanuts embraced the many wonderful aspects of autumn, albeit in its own characteristic Peanuts way.

Peanuts' comics celebrated autumn were often dominated by Halloween and tales of the Great Pumpkin yet, the comics that celebrate the season of autumn in its own right deserve their moment in the sun as well, with many rib-tickling comic strips which set themselves apart from the more "spooky season"-focused installments.

While autumn may not be everyone's favorite season, these fall-themed Peanuts comic strips stand a good chance of making even the most autumn-averse readers fall in love with the season through the eyes of Charles Schulz' legendary Peanuts Gang.

"What Happened To All The Green Ones?...

Charles Schulz's legendary Peanuts comic will celebrate its 75th anniversary next October, and theres no better representative of the franchise than Charlie Browns iconic dog, Snoopy. In honor of this milestone and the worlds most famous beagle exclusive Snoopy-themed merchandise will be released next month, including what might be the coolest Snoopy-inspired bag yet.

As reported by Cbr.com, the Peanuts franchise has teamed up with Loungefly, the popular fashion brand known for its stunning work with accessories like bags and wallets, to collaborate on several fashion items, including the immediately iconic, exclusive, limited-edition Snoopy Sequin Cosplay Mini Backpack.

The backpack isn't the only item in the merch drop. Other items in the collection include Peanuts-inspired tote bags, cardholders, andunsurprisinglya few dog-related items, such as a leash, collar, and harness that even Snoopy would love to wear. The collection items will be available for purchase beginning in November...

Peanuts is getting ready to celebrate 75 years! The popular comic strip and now legendary brand launched in 1950. Loungefly has several pieces celebrating the milestone anniversary, which are available for preorder. The estimated shipping date is November 1, 2o24.

Peanuts have always been a favorite at our house. My husband has been a big fan of the gang for years. His friends teased him that he was Charlie Brown, and when he married me, he finally got the little red-head girl.

Let’s take a look at the new Loungefly Peanuts pieces!

Limited Edition Peanuts 75th Anniversary Snoopy Sequin Cosplay Mini Backpack – $90

This is a Loungefly exclusive piece featuring embroidered details and sequins.

Embroidered details bring Snoopy’s outline to life, and a sequin design adds extra sparkle to his ensemble.

The back of the bag features Charlie Brown and Snoopy with the words “Happiness is 75 years of Peanuts.”

Inside the backpack,...

Though A Charlie Brown Christmas has become a holiday classic, it was originally uncertain it would ever be a success. Before the special, the Peanuts characters had only ever appeared in comic strips and several short advertisements. The special was created in 1965 after being commissioned by Coca-Cola. Since then, it has lost its commercial quality, making A Charlie Brown Christmas a classic for audiences of all ages.

The special centers around the melancholic but relatable Charlie Brown as he searches for the meaning of Christmas. He and his other Peanuts friends explore mature themes, all intercut with scenes of holiday activity and even the occasional Bible verse. Though the special has become an American classic and set a television precedent, there are many little-known facts about A Charlie Brown Christmas, including its rocky development before its release.

Hardly Anyone Thought A Charlie Brown Christmas Would Do Well (Including Its Director...

Peanuts isnt just one of the most hilarious comic strips in history, complete with timelessly iconic characters like Charlie Brown, its also one of the oldest. Created by Charles M. Schulz in 1950 (with new comics released until Schulzs death in 2000), there are half a centurys worth of Peanuts comics for fans to enjoy, and as of August 2024, an entire months worth of those strips have just turned 70.

In this batch of Peanuts comics from August 1954, fans get to see some of the oldest depictions of Charlie Brown before he was a global icon. These days, Charlie Brown is greatly associated with holiday specials, animated movies, and even musicals. But, during his earliest Peanuts adventures, good ole Charlie Brown was just a hapless kid who never seemed to catch a break - something thats greatly highlighted in these comics in particular. Here are the 15 funniest Peanuts comics that just turned 70!

Snoopy...

Legendary Peanuts comic strips showcase timeless humor with iconic characters like Charlie Brown and Snoopy. Peppermint Patty hilariously redefines summer reading goals, while Snoopy challenges the notion of dogs as man's best friend. Chuck Brown's beach day mishap and Snoopy's unique writing style highlight the hilarious antics in July 1974 Peanuts strips.

Peanuts is one of the oldest and most hilarious comic strip series in history, which is why it is absolutely legendary. To this day, the likes of Charlie Brown, Linus, and Snoopy are some of the most iconic characters in the history of fiction, as even those who have never read a single Peanuts comic know exactly who they are - and for good reason.

Charles M. Schultzs Peanuts is utterly timeless, as even some of the oldest comic strips are just as funny today as they were back then. In fact, as of July 2024, a months worth...

Snoopy's evolution from a doglike character to an anthropomorphic one is perfectly showcased in two comics published 40 years apart. Schulz's decision to make Snoopy more humanlike over time, with verbal communication and new activities, changed the character forever. The striking similarities between two comics from 1954 and 1994 may have been intentional, showing just how much Snoopy changed over the years.

Two remarkably similar Peanuts comics published 40 years apart from each other show just how much Snoopy changed over the comic strip's run. Snoopy has become one of the most iconic comic characters for his wholesome sense of humor. However, before he became the anthropomorphic dog fans know him for today, his first Peanuts appearances made him far more doglike. What's amazing is that two comics published 40 years from each other perfectly show the character's evolution over time.

In a comic published in April 1954, Snoopy is shown chasing after a golf ball...

Pig-Pen's debut was surprisingly heartbreaking, as he revealed that his nickname was originally an insult from other kids. Despite always being dirty, Pig-Pen has a unique way of "washing" his hands, and he humorously claims that he's always dirty to maintain "clean thoughts". Pig-Pen's filthiness has its advantages, as he uses it as a shield to keep away girls and mosquitoes, proving to be practical for a gross little boy like him.

Pig-Pen is one of the most iconic members of the Peanuts gang in the history of the franchise, right up there with the likes of Linus, Snoopy, and even Charlie Brown himself. While hes a definite side-character, Pig-Pen is incredibly recognizable, standing out from the rest due to his filthy appearance (most notably the dirt billowing from his body). Indeed, Pig-Pen has become a staple in Peanuts lore, but it wasnt always that way.

It took Charles M. Schulz...

Peanuts lore goes beyond familiar details, like a Peanuts-Disney crossover moment not widely known. Snoopy, a dog with unique perspectives, tricks Woodstock with false information about famous tubes. Lucy's fear or vanity leads to mistakes on the baseball field, causing more losses for the Peanuts gang.

Peanuts has a long and varied history, with each year of the comic strip's 50-year run adding new bits of lore and character details. Many pieces of Peanuts lore are pretty familiar to even casual fans of the comic strip, like Linus' attachment to his security blanket or Lucy's bossiness. However, some anecdotes of Peanuts lore are a lot lesser known, like a Peanuts-Disney crossover moment, albeit a small one.

While Peanuts may still hold some surprises for fans who have not been alive for the entirety of the comic strip's publication, like the surprise connection between Snoopy and one Disney character, the...

Peanuts, created in 1950 by Charles M. Schulz, offers half a century's worth of comics with hilarious interactions between iconic characters. July 1954 Peanuts strips highlight funny moments like Snoopy's feud with a songbird and a hilarious 'Charlie Brown vs Schroeder' joke, making them worth revisiting. The introduction of Pig-Pen in the Peanuts comics reveals a heartbreaking origin story that has solidified him as a classic character in the franchise.

Peanuts isnt just one of the most iconic and hilarious comic strips in history, its also one of the oldest, especially when compared to some of the other famous strips with a lasting legacy (like Garfield and Calvin and Hobbes). Created by Charles M. Schulz, the adventures of Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang began in 1950, with new comics released until Schulzs death in 2000. That means there are half a centurys worth of Peanuts comics for fans to enjoy, and an...

Next year, Garfield creator Jim Davis will celebrate his 80th birthday. The occasion will, no doubt, be a big one given Davis’ impact on pop culture. There is, however, one big drawback. July 25, 2025 is a Monday, which everyone, especially Garfield, knows is the worst day of the week.

And so, rather than celebrate anything on a Monday, we decided to get a jump on things a year early and honor Davis on his 79th birthday instead, which is a perfectly enjoyable Sunday.

79 Speaking of Days of the Week, Davis Arrived in This World on a Saturday

Davis was born on July 28, 1945 in Marion, Indiana. He grew up on a small farm near Fairmont, Indiana.

78 Garfield’s Ancestors

Growing up on the farm, Davis had 25 different cats.

77 Don’t Forget Orson the Pig!

Davis’ agricultural upbringing also inspired his farm-set 1980s comic strip U.S. Acres, which starred the aforementioned Orson.

The yearly summer camp misadventures of the Peanuts Gang will make many readers feel nostalgic for their own youthful exploits away from home during the summer. From canoe races, to practical jokes, to Snoopy's Flying Ace Persona, every summer camp storyline showcased the unique personalities of the characters. Peanuts' summer camp comics struck a perfect chord of humor by taking the cartoon's beloved characters out of their familiar context and giving them a fresh setting to explore, resulting in memorable moments that readers still enjoy today.

Though the Peanuts Gang didn't always have the best time at summer camp, their visits became an annual tradition for Charles Schulz's beloved comic and returning to them is sure to have readers looking back on their own childhood summers with nostalgia. Throughout the course of the comic's run, Peanuts' camp cartoons were always eventful, featuring a number of funny recurring bits and memorable moments.

This list collects ten Peanuts strips from 1984 including several memorable cartoons which featured Peppermint Patty taken out of her familiar context and sent on a trip to France. Over three decades into its run in publication, Peanuts continued to fire on all cylinders in 1984, offering new twists on its classic characters, as well as further elaborations on classic recurring jokes. From Peppermint Patty's overseas adventure, to Snoopy's brother Spike's crusade against littering, these Peanuts comics from the summer of '84 offer a hilarious insight into what Charles Schulz' iconic strip was up to four decades ago.

These Peanuts strips from June 1984 make it clear that Charles Schulz' iconic newspaper comic was still operating at an incredibly high level after over three decades in publication. The comics collected on this list offer a hilarious insight into what Peanuts was up to forty years ago including sending Peppermint Patty to France.

Peanuts is one of the most popular comic strips in history, and an entire month's worth just turned 70. Among these strips includes an iconic first for Linus, as it features his security blanket for the first time. These are the 10 funniest Peanuts comic strips from June 1954!

Peanuts was created by Charles M. Schultz in 1950, and ran until Schultzs death in the year 2000. Thats half a century of comic strips featuring the utterly iconic Linus, Lucy, Snoopy, and - of course - Charlie Brown. And with every comic, Peanuts confirms exactly why it's so popular, not only throughout its syndication, but in a timeless way, making it a staple in the hearts and minds of fans all over the world.

While originating as a comic strip, Peanuts transcended the short-form comic medium into the realm of holiday specials, animated series, and feature films. However, theres still something about the classic comic...

Gary Larson's recurring detective character is the best in Far Side history, playing the perfect straight man to a world of truly bizarre crimes. Larson uses the detective to explore Far Side's bizarre crimes, from murder to bank heists to stolen... ducks?! Larson never wanted recurring characters as he didn't want readers to sympathize with them, however his frequently-used archetypes mean there are several familiar faces.

Gary Larson's iconic comic strip The Far Side was never meant to have recurring characters. While Larson's editors originally tried to talk him into creating the next Garfield or Peanuts, Larson wanted to debase and abuse his characters at will without inviting readers' sympathy. However, Larson's use of repeated character archetypes did end up creating recurring figures who appear in comic after comic.

One of the best is the detective - a Noir-ish lawman wearing a trench coat, fedora, and often smoking a gigantic stogie.

Quick Links The New Peanuts Movie Latest News The New Peanuts Movie Is Confirmed The New Peanuts Movie Cast The New Peanuts Movie Story Info New Peanuts Movie: Further News & Info A new Peanuts movie is confirmed for Apple TV+ with returning director Steve Martino. The film will follow Charlie Brown and friends in the big city, with potential drama and life lessons. Cast and more details are yet to be announced, but production is set to begin in 2024.

A new Peanuts movie is on the horizon, and it marks the beloved comic strip's first return to the silver screen since the resounding success of the 2015 film. Debuting in 1950 and created by Charles Schulz, Peanuts follows a lovable gang of precocious youngsters including the meek Charlie Brown and his best canine friend Snoopy. Though Schultz himself published over 17 thousand Peanuts strips in his lifetime, the characters grew into their very own franchise through books,...

Joseph Hardy, the stage director who introduced the enduring charmer You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, won a Tony Award for 1970’s Child’s Play and, as an executive producer in daytime drama, attempted to rescue the fading serial Ryan’s Hope with some of the most controversial changes in soap history, died June 6. He was 95.

His death was confirmed by New York’s Primary Stages Off Broadway theater company. A resident since 2020 at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, New Jersey, his passing was not widely reported at the time of his death.

Born March 8, 1929, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Hardy graduated from the Yale School of Drama and began his show business career working as a script editor for New York-based soap operas. He was soon making his way into the Off Broadway world, working extensively in small theaters before making his early mark with the 1967 original production of You’re A Good Man,...

Peanuts is one of the most beloved comic strips in history, and as of June 2024, an entire month's worth of them have just turned 50. Among them, fans see Snoopy telling off Lucy, Charlie Brown getting frustrated playing baseball, and Woodstock being a great friend. Here are the 10 best Peanuts comic strips from June 1974!

There are few comic strips that are more popular than Peanuts, as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and Lucy are some of the most iconic cartoon characters in history - and the longevity of the series is proof enough of that. Peanuts was created by Charles M. Schultz in 1950, and the original comic strip ran until the year 2000.

Within that time, Peanuts saw a number of animated adaptations in the form of holiday specials and original films/shows. Though even with all those beloved additions to the Peanuts catalog, nothing can beat the original comic strip. To this day,...

Despite the fact that these Peanuts comic strips were first published 70 years ago, they still hold up today. The characters of Peanuts underwent many changes from the 1950s to the later comics, particularly Snoopy, but the wholesome humor and dedication to the characters remained consistent throughout the comic strip's run. These strips from 1954 contain many gags that would continue throughout the comic's run, including Charlie Brown's terrible baseball team and Lucy battling Snoopy.

It's been a whooping 70 years since the Peanuts comics of 1954 were published, marking a big milestone! It is amazing to think that comic strips read in 1954 are still being read in 2024, 70 years later. Just like how things in 2024 are vastly different from the way things were in 1954, the Peanuts comics would change in many ways in the seven decades from its debut until its end in 2000.

The looks of the characters changed a lot from the '50s to the later comics,...

Peanuts creator Charles Schulz and Doonesbury writer/artist Garry Trudeau had opposing views on political humor, with Schulz famously being opposed to Trudeau's approach. Schulz aimed for "timeless" childhood themes in Peanuts, while Trudeau focused on chronicling contemporary adult life in Doonesbury. Despite their differences, both Peanuts and Doonesbury had lasting impacts on readers and the comic industry, precisely because of the different reading experiences they offered to audiences.

Peanuts creator Charles Schulz was notoriously not a fan of overtly politicized humor, leading him to develop a profound distaste for his strip's contemporary, Garry Trudeau's Doonesbury. Trudeau's strip was in more ways than one the polar opposite of Peanuts. Though the two maintained a cordial professional relationship, Schulz was deeply averse to the content of Doonesbury, exposing a sharp divide in the two influential artists' careers.

According to scholar Blake Scott Ball, Charles Schulz sought to capture the "timeless" and "eternal" qualities of childhood,...

Snoopy and Lucy's fights are fueled by their stubborn and opinionated personalities, leading to humorous clashes over trivial matters. Despite their frequent conflicts, Snoopy and Lucy genuinely care for each other, shown through hugs and dog kisses in various Peanuts works. Snoopy's unconventional fighting style of dog kisses often throws Lucy off guard, making him the peaceful yet effective victor in their tussles.

Despite their similarities, Snoopy and Lucy frequently clashed throughout the long run of Peanuts. Whether it was due to Snoopy sniffing in Lucy's root beer or Lucy insulting Snoopy's writing, the pair always seemed to find themselves going back and forth. Both characters have bold and often brash personalities, making fights between them unavoidable. They are both stubborn and opinionated, refusing to budge in their ways unless they really prefer a different option. As a result, punches (and dog kisses) have flown in a number of comics.

Schulz saw Charlie Brown as a line of poetry, capturing readers' feelings better than they could themselves. Charlie Brown's defeats made him incredibly relatable, becoming a symbol for those feeling defeated. Reflecting on Charlie Brown's evolution, Schulz recognized him as an enduring icon representing perseverance.

Peanuts creator Charles Schulz once identified the "purpose" of his famous character Charlie Brown, perfectly encapsulating why the character has appealed to generations of readers, taking an indelible position in the world's pop culture consciousness in the process. In other words, Schulz explained what made his creation an all-time great character.

In the 1977 the 1977 BBC documentary Everyman: Happiness is a Warm Puppy, Schulz used a personal anecdote to highlight the cultural impact of Charlie Brown, nearly three decades into Peanuts' publication. As he explained, the way his secretary's son related to Charlie Brown struck the character's creator as the essential reason for the character's existence.

He may be a blockhead, but Charlie Brown is right: We did make a mess of the place…what do we do now? In Apple TV+’s delightful new Peanuts series, Camp Snoopy, the gang is getting back to nature—and giving it some love—with a warm-weather adventure that only America’s best beagle ever could coordinate. And over the course of 13 rollicking, heartwarming and patently hilarious episodes, the whole bunch of ’em enjoy a summer of canoeing, campfires and camaraderie. There’s even a day of self-care and a new friendship for Sally. Inspired by several episodes of The Snoopy Show‘s third season (also available on Apple TV+) and the 50th anniversary of the Beagle Scouts May 14, 1974 introduction to the Peanuts comics, the 2-D treat—which features some of the most gorgeously rendered backgrounds—is yet another great addition to the growing collection of Peanuts content on the streamer.

Though it may surprise fans that he initially debuted as a "passing" character, Charlie Brown's first appearance in Peanuts sets the foundation for his core traits, which in turn elevated the character to the iconic status he enjoys today. The evolution of Charlie Brown from a passing character to the central figure is one of the most fascinating aspects of early Peanuts cartoons; for fans of Charles Schulz' work, new and old alike, studying Peanuts' characters' introductions adds great layers of context to their appreciation of the strip. Charlie Brown quickly came to embody good-natured resilience in the face of constant defeat, which made him the perfect central character for Peanuts, and is essential to why he became such a beloved figure.

Charlie Brown is universally recognized as the central character of Charles Schulz' legendary comic strip Peanuts, but many readers might be surprised to learn he did not start out that way.

Exclusive: Veteran literary agent David Lubliner is switching to management and has joined Untitled Entertainment. Lubliner, who starts in his new role as manager effective immediately and will be based out of Untitled’s Los Angeles office, was most recently a literary agent at UTA.

“We are thrilled that David is taking the leap into management and joining us at Untitled,” the company’s partners said in a joint statement. “He is someone we all love working with and are excited to bring into our fold.”

Lubliner has worked with such established clients as Paul Weitz (Fatherhood), Chris Weitz (The Creator), Miguel Arteta (Yes Day), Rob Letterman (Goosebumps TV series), Peter Hedges (Ben Is Back), Jim Taylor (Tracy Flick Can’t Win), Dana Stevens (The Woman King) and Karey Kirkpatrick (Peanuts). Most are expected to be joining him in his new capacity.

“Untitled has built a tremendous reputation for nurturing...

By keeping adults out, Peanuts remained unique and focused solely on the fascinating world of children. The inclusion of Snoopy's parents enriched the Peanuts franchise without violating Charles Schulz's no-adults rule. Schulz's instincts to keep adults out of Peanuts were correct, allowing the comic to thrive as a character-driven, relatable slice of life humor.

The Peanuts rule of not showing adults had a loophole for one iconic character. For the duration of its multi-decade run, Peanuts creator Charles Schulz had a rule: never depict any adults and keep it a world of children. This helped make Peanuts a sensation not only in the comic strips, but also as a multimedia franchise. However, a loophole existed for one surprise character.

Being dogs, Snoopy’s parents were exempt, and they made appearances in several Peanuts strips over the years. In one, Snoopy mails a Father’s Day card to his dad,...

Snoopy and Woodstock's friendship is iconic, enduring, and highly profitable, inspiring a vast array of merchandise. Despite their differences, Snoopy always supports Woodstock and shows sympathy for his struggles, creating a heartwarming dynamic. The Peanuts comics showcase the depth of Snoopy and Woodstock's friendship through emotional storytelling and unwavering support for each other.

An iconic duo, Snoopy and Woodstock make up what is arguably the best and most loyal friendship out of all the characters in the Peanuts comics. While Snoopy had already been a Peanuts character since 1950, Woodstock joined the fold in 1967 but would not gain his music festival-inspired name until 1970. In the beginning, Snoopy and Woodstock did not get off on the best foot. Often getting annoyed by Woodstock in the early days of their relationship, Snoopy went on to have a major soft spot for the bird.

The two are forever associated with one another. Their...

Snoopy's fictional nature allows him to enjoy chocolate chip cookies without any harmful effects dogs would typically face. Charlie Brown isn't feeding Snoopy healthy foods - his favorite pizza and root beer are not suitable for dogs either. Comics like Peanuts and Garfield showcase unrealistic pet diets, reinforcing that real pets should not be fed like their fictional counterparts.

Charlie Brown and his beloved dog Snoopy are main characters in the Peanuts comic strip by Charles M. Schulz. While readers know them as a boy who loves his dog, Charlie Brown wouldn't actually be a great dog owner in the real world. If it weren't for the creative liberties allowable in fiction, Snoopy would have died a long time ago.

Peanuts began serializing in 1950, making it over seventy years old since Snoopy has been accidentally poisoned - repeatedly. The comic follows Charlie Brown and his family and his friends in comedic,...

FoxTrot pays homage to Peanuts with a classic football gag twist, showcasing sibling mischief with humor and charm. Amend's comic strip cleverly references Lucy and Charlie Brown, highlighting the importance of approach when kicking a football. The comic strip captures the essence of family dynamics and suburban life humorously, blending classic influences with modern charm.

An homage from Bill Amend in his comic strip FoxTrot calls back to Charlie Brown's infamous football fiasco in Peanuts. Featuring two of the Fox siblings, both Charlie Brown and Lucy are referenced in a delightfully perfect way. If someone is going to kick a football, their approach to the task is very important.

On Twitter, Bill Amend, creator of FoxTrot, shared a strip from the week of October 8, 2023. The strip shows the youngest brother, Jason Fox, with his older brother, Peter. Beginning as an innocent inquiry for a sibling's help, the strip quickly shifts into the perfect homage.

After the acclaimed television special Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie, Apple TV+ turns its attention to Franklin Armstrong for Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin. The animated project retells the origins of Franklin moving into the Peanuts neighborhood, where he befriends Charlie Brown just in time for a big soapbox derby with the other kids. Franklin and Charlie Brown will have to navigate their burgeoning friendship together, overcoming the pressures of the impending race, as they learn more about each other.

In an interview with Cbr, veteran Peanuts director Raymond S. Persi, co-writer Robb Armstrong – who is also Franklin's namesake – and co-writer/executive producer Craig Schulz discuss the origins of Franklin and the special. They also talk about delivering the thrilling racing sequences. And which classic Peanuts characters would they like to highlight next?

Related Review: Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin Reintroduces a Peanuts Classic The latest Peanuts animated special Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home,...

Charlie Brown's enduring appeal lies in his relentless optimism, despite facing constant defeat. One quote from the Charles Schulz Museum website captures why fans root for Charlie Brown. As Schulz put it: ""We all know what it’s like to lose, but Charlie Brown keeps losing outrageously," After more than seventy years, Charlie Brown remains a symbol of optimism, as a character who is constantly defeated but never succumbs to defeatism.

Nearly eighty years ago, Peanuts creator Charles Schulz introduced American culture to one of its most enduring, iconic figures: Charlie Brown. An eternal optimist in the face of endless defeat, an embodiment of childhood innocence and hope, a tragicomic figure representing everyone at their most vulnerable, Charlie Brown has been all of these things and more to readers over the years.

The Charles Schulz Museum, located in Santa Rosa, California, is a tribute to the creator and his work,...

Franklin's character is a symbol of progress since his introduction in the late '60s despite resistance. The new Peanuts special reimagines a Thanksgiving scene to emphasize unity and inclusivity. Craig Schulz and director Raymond S. Persi highlight the intention behind the revision for social impact.

Apple TV+'s latest offering in the Peanuts universe, Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin, is stirring up debate on social media, and addressing a 50-year-old controversy about the much-loved A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving special that debuted in 1973. The new special shines a spotlight on Franklin Armstrong, a character celebrated for breaking racial barriers since his introduction into the comic strip in 1968.

The 1973 special has often been the subject of debate for a scene that depicted Franklin seated alone on one side of a dinner table, separated from the other characters, who sat grouped together on the opposite side. On the back of recent...

Plot: Franklin Anderson struggles to make new friends when he moves to a new state (possibly Minneapolis). However, after meeting Charlie Brown and entering a soap box derby race, Franklin learns valuable lessons about friendship and how winning isn’t everything.

Review: Moving to a new town is especially difficult when you’re a kid. In addition to being a social disadvantage in a school setting, your after-school playtime quickly becomes an exercise in manifesting imaginary friends. For Franklin Anderson, being popular was never an option. His dad moves around a lot, so Franklin jumps from one state to the next, living out of a suitcase and never settling in one place long enough to make honest-to-goodness friends. This pattern is about to change when he meets the Peanuts gang and learns that the traditional methods of making friends sometimes don’t apply.

Back in my day, we had specials...

Apple TV+ recently debuted the trailer for a new original Peanuts special, entitled “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin.” The all-new, highly anticipated special will premiere globally on Friday, February 16.

The origin story for one of Peanuts’ most beloved characters, the special follows Franklin as he moves to a new town and navigates new friendships. Franklin’s family is always on the move with his dad’s military job, and everywhere he goes Franklin finds support in a notebook filled with his grandfather’s advice on friendship. But when Franklin tries his usual strategies with the Peanuts gang, he has trouble fitting in. That’s until he learns about the neighborhood Soap Box Derby race – according to his grandfather, everyone loves a winner! He’s sure that winning the race will also mean winning over some new friends. All he needs is a partner, which he finds in Charlie Brown. Franklin...