A Charlie Brown Christmas

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Common Sense says

age 3+

The Peanuts gang in a classic Christmas special.

G 1965 30 minutes

Parents say

age 4+

Based on 32 reviews

Kids say

age 3+

Based on 44 reviews

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age 5+

Charming old-fashioned animation

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age 3+

An classic for all ages

This Movie is amazing. Every time I come back to watch it with my kids, we have a blast. An amzing amount of comedy and friendship mixed to create an experience no one should miss out on

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