Apple TV+ Announces New Peanuts Feature Film

Apple TV+ is set to bring the Peanuts gang to the big city, announcing a new feature film featuring the iconic characters. The streaming company announced a new, new, untitled Peanuts feature film on Monday that will come from WildBrain and Peanuts Worldwide. The new film will begin production next year and is described as “following Snoopy and Charlie Brown as they face their biggest challenge yet.”

The press release notes that the film is written by Karey Kirkpatrick (Chicking Run, Over the Hedge) from an original story by Craig Schulz, Bryan Schulz and Cornelius Uliano, who wrote The Peanuts Movie. Steve Martino, who directed the 2015 film, will be at the helm here as well. The film “will see the Peanuts gang go on an epic adventure to the Big City, learning the true meaning of friendship, while meeting some surprising new friends along the way.”

“Fans of all ages have been enamored with Peanuts on Apple TV+,” said Tara Sorensen, Apple’s head of children’s programming. “With our unmatched library of Peanuts titles, and award-winning collection of stories that bring kids and families together, Apple TV+ is the preeminent home for Snoopy and friends, and offers a world class selection of series and films featuring the most globally cherished animated characters. We can’t wait for everyone to experience this heartwarming new adventure with Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the gang in the Big City.”

“It is so special to carry on my father’s legacy with an original story from me, my son Bryan, and his writing partner Neil,” said Craig Schulz. “We are excited to be partnering with Apple TV+ and working with WildBrain Studios to bring audiences a brand-new Peanuts adventure, along with the talented Bonnie Arnold as producer and Steve Martino as director. Peanuts fans have been clamoring for another feature for years, and this film will bring joy to our millions of fans around the world.”

Apple TV+ is the home to the Peanuts franchise including their holiday specials and more.