Apple TV+ Debuts ‘Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical,’ First Peanuts Musical in 37 Years

Great news for Peanuts fans! Apple TV+ is officially delivering on its promise of new Peanuts content with the premiere of ‘Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical.’ This isn’t just any new special; it’s the first Peanuts musical in an incredible 37 years, following ‘Snoopy: The Musical’ which debuted way back in 1988.

Get ready for some catchy new songs and a classic jazz piano score as Charlie Brown, Sally, and the whole gang embark on a mission to save their beloved Camp Cloverhill from destruction. The 40-minute special, directed by Erik Wiese, puts Charlie Brown’s younger sister, Sally, in the spotlight. She’s less than thrilled about her first time at summer camp, and it’s up to her big brother, in his final year, to help her find her summer spirit. Meanwhile, the discovery that Cloverhill is slated for demolition sparks Charlie Brown’s idea to host a festival and save the camp. And don’t worry, while Snoopy might not be the main protagonist, he’s certainly there to provide plenty of his signature comic relief!

Visually, the special beautifully blends digital animation with the timeless charm of Charles M. Schulz’s original drawings. There’s a particularly touching moment during the song ‘When We Were Light’ where the animation deliberately shifts back to Schulz’s iconic 1950s style, a nostalgic touch sure to resonate deeply with longtime fans.

Adding to its authenticity, ‘Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical’ comes from the minds of Craig and Charles Schulz – the son and grandson of the legendary Peanuts creator, Charles M. Schulz himself. Craig Schulz shared his excitement about seeing the characters “actually sing and Dance,” believing musical numbers would give the special lasting appeal.

Ready to watch? ‘Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical’ is available for streaming now on Apple TV+. And for those eager for more, Apple has confirmed additional Peanuts content in the pipeline, including an upcoming feature-length Snoopy movie. It’s a great time to be a Peanuts fan!