Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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Linus' blanket attachment is focus of this Peanuts caper.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Videos and Photos
Happiness Is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown
What's the Story?
Lucy informs Linus that their grandmother is coming to town, and she does not abide children who depend on their blankets for comfort. So Lucy takes it upon herself to wean Linus off of his blanket dependency. She hides it from him, flies it like a kite, buries it, while Linus goes through the fits and pains of giving up something that brings him comfort. His pal Charlie Brown is there to help him through his trials, though there's only so much he can do when facing a bully like Lucy.
Is It Any Good?
Classic Peanuts fun makes this movie enjoyable for young viewers. The characters are as unique as they've always been: Lucy is crabby, Linus is a mellow guy when his blanket is around, Schroeder is focused on his piano, and Charlie Brown is a helpful pal, but he's no knight in shining armor.
Parents who are worried about older siblings picking up some bullying behavior might keep an eye out for Lucy who does not hold back on insults, threats and bonks on the head -- Peanuts fans will know what to expect. Though it's not a stellar an example of great Peanuts fare, it's a decent addition to the pantheon.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Charlie Brown tells Linus that having a blanket is not the worst idea in the world. Do you have anything like a blanket or a teddy bear that you depend on? How does it make you feel better?
If you were Linus, how would you tell a big sister like Lucy to mind her own business? Who could you ask for help?
Linus and the gang watch TV sometimes, but that's about all of the media that they use. Talk about some of the things that kids who are the age of the Peanuts gang might be doing in the "real" world.
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : March 29, 2011
- Cast : Austin Lux , Blesst Bowden , Shane Baumel
- Directors : Andy Beall , Frank Molieri
- Studio : Warner Home Video
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Run time : 44 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : December 5, 2025
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