‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ has morphed into the seasonal staple on television every year. It’s a great family event, written by Charles Schulz himself and directed by Bill Melendez. Along with “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” this Peanuts short film is a masterpiece. The Peanuts gang are just as we love them best – adorable, witty and precocious! There are so many funny and memorable lines. During the entire night, Charlie Brown keeps getting rocks while trick or treating. This isn’t really explained, and it’s wildly funny. Charlie Brown’s “I got a rock” has become an iconic quote.
Vince Guaraldi’s score bounces around, setting the tone and offering a delightful backdrop. Halloween isn’t official until an annual screening of ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown!’