A Charlie Brown Christmas

1965 · directed by Bill Melendez

Rating
86/100
Hit
yes

When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism that he sees amongst everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but it is a frustrating struggle. When an attempt to restore the proper spirit with a forlorn little fir Christmas tree fails, he needs Linus' help to learn the meaning of Christmas.

A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965), directed by Bill Melendez, rates 86/100 — a hit. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

Cast

  • Peter Robbins
  • Christopher Shea
  • Tracy Stratford
  • Cathy Steinberg
  • Chris Doran
  • Sally Dryer
  • Ann Altieri
  • Geoffrey Ornstein
  • Karen Mendelson
  • Bill Melendez

Crew

  • Robert Gillis — Editor
  • Charles M. Schulz — Writer

More from Bill Melendez

  1. It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966) — 83/100 · short, not counted
  2. A Boy Named Charlie Brown (1969) — 81/100 · hit
  3. Snoopy, Come Home (1972) — 75/100
  4. He's Your Dog, Charlie Brown (1968) — 73/100 · short, not counted
  5. A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973) — 72/100 · short, not counted
  6. You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown (1972) — 71/100 · short, not counted

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