A Comprehensive Look at the Peanuts Blu-ray Collection and More

The timeless appeal of Charles M. Schulz`s Peanuts remains undiminished, transcending societal changes over the decades. What began as a syndicated comic strip in 1950 truly soared in popularity with the advent of animated TV specials in the 1960s. Fans can now rejoice as a vast selection of these cherished specials is set to arrive on Blu-ray. The Peanuts: Ultimate TV Specials Collection is scheduled for release on October 7, with preorders currently available.

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the entire Peanuts gang have undeniably left an indelible mark on pop culture. Their adventures have provided generations with heartwarming “visual comfort food” through charming characters and relatable scenarios. Over the past five decades, numerous episodes have achieved classic status, such as Lucy`s persistent, yet often futile, attempts to win Schroeder`s affection, Charlie Brown`s nervous anticipation of escorting the Little Red-Haired Girl to a school dance, and Linus`s unwavering faith in the Great Pumpkin`s annual appearance.

Snoopy, Charlie Brown`s loyal beagle, has frequently taken center stage, starring in memorable specials like A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, It`s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown, and He`s Your Dog, Charlie Brown, solidifying his status as a global pop culture icon.

It is worth noting, however, that while this collection is extensive, it does not encompass *every* single Peanuts special ever produced. A few classics are noticeably absent, including Snoopy: The Musical, It Was My Best Birthday Ever, Charlie Brown, and It`s the Girl in the Red Truck, Charlie Brown. Below is the complete list of specials included in this Blu-ray release:

List of Peanuts TV Specials in the Collection:

1. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
2. Charlie Brown`s All Stars! (1966)
3. It`s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966)
4. You`re in Love, Charlie Brown (1967)
5. He`s Your Dog, Charlie Brown (1968)
6. It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown (1969)
7. Play It Again, Charlie Brown (1971)
8. You`re Not Elected, Charlie Brown (1972)
9. There`s No Time for Love, Charlie Brown (1973)
10. A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)
11. It`s a Mystery, Charlie Brown (1974)
12. It`s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown (1974)
13. Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown (1975)
14. You`re a Good Sport, Charlie Brown (1975)
15. It`s Arbor Day, Charlie Brown (1976)
16. It`s Your First Kiss, Charlie Brown (1977)
17. What a Nightmare, Charlie Brown! (1978)
18. You`re the Greatest, Charlie Brown (1979)
19. She`s a Good Skate, Charlie Brown (1980)
20. Life Is a Circus, Charlie Brown (1980)
21. It`s Magic, Charlie Brown (1981)
22. Someday You`ll Find Her, Charlie Brown (1981)
23. A Charlie Brown Celebration (1982)
24. Is This Goodbye, Charlie Brown? (1983)
25. It`s an Adventure, Charlie Brown (1983)
26. What Have We Learned, Charlie Brown? A Tribute (1983)
27. It`s Flashbeagle, Charlie Brown (1984)
28. Snoopy`s Getting Married, Charlie Brown (1985)
29. You`re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1985)
30. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown! (1986)
31. Why, Charlie Brown, Why? (1990)
32. Snoopy`s Reunion (1991)
33. It`s Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown (1992)
34. It`s Spring Training, Charlie Brown (1996)
35. Peanuts: A Charlie Brown Valentine (2002)
36. Charlie Brown`s Christmas Tales (2002)
37. Lucy Must Be Traded, Charlie Brown (2003)
38. I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown (2003)
39. He`s a Bully, Charlie Brown (2006)
40. Happiness Is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown (2011)

The Complete Peanuts Omnibus Collections

Another excellent way to immerse yourself in the world of Peanuts is through the original comic strip source material. Among the many collections available, “The Complete Peanuts” hardcover omnibus editions stand out. Each volume, approximately 340 pages in length, chronologically collects every Peanuts strip, beginning from 1950 and concluding with the final strip released in February 2000.

This monumental collection consists of 25 main volumes, complemented by a 26th bonus book. The final volume is a treasure trove, brimming with Schulz’s rare Peanuts art, encompassing storybooks, comic book stories, single-panel gags, advertising art, book illustrations, photographs, and even a recipe.

Volumes of The Complete Peanuts Collection: