In Charlie Brown Meets Scrooge (2025), the holiday season gets a beautifully imaginative crossover as two iconic Christmas universes merge to create a story filled with warmth, humor, and timeless lessons. This unexpected pairing brings new life to both the Peanuts gang and the classic spirit of Charles Dickens, resulting in a film that feels nostalgic yet refreshingly original.
From the very beginning, Charlie Brown — voiced with gentle sincerity by Jeremy Shada — is struggling once again with the pressure of creating the “perfect” Christmas. The tree is lopsided, his plans fall apart, and nothing seems to sparkle the way it should. His frustration sets the stage for an enchanting twist of fate: Snoopy’s mischievous wandering leads the group directly into the path of Ebenezer Scrooge, voiced with warmth and gruffness by Burl Ives.
But this isn’t the Scrooge audiences expect. Instead of the cold, unreachable miser of Dickens’ tale, this Scrooge is lost — a man who once believed in Christmas but slowly let the magic slip away. His transformation isn’t from cruelty to kindness, but from emptiness to rediscovery. It’s a subtle yet powerful change that aligns beautifully with Charlie Brown’s own longing for meaning in a world obsessed with perfection.
As their stories intertwine, Lucy, Linus, Sally, and the rest of the Peanuts gang bring their classic personalities into the mix, each offering a unique perspective on what makes Christmas truly special. Lucy’s blunt honesty gives Scrooge a reality check wrapped in humor, while Linus offers his signature quiet wisdom that guides both Scrooge and Charlie toward understanding the heart of the season.
Snoopy and Woodstock, naturally, provide some of the film’s biggest laughs. Their antics — from dressing up as old-fashioned carolers to accidentally redecorating Scrooge’s home — add levity to the emotional journey. Even Scrooge, despite himself, begins to crack a smile at their chaos.
As Scrooge starts remembering the joy he once knew, Charlie Brown finds an unlikely mentor in the old man. Their shared struggle — the fear of disappointing others and the weight of holiday expectations — becomes the emotional core of the film. In helping Scrooge rediscover generosity, Charlie learns that the holiday doesn’t need to be perfect to be meaningful.
The film’s visual style blends classic Peanuts animation with Dickensian charm: snowy streets, warm candlelit interiors, and a gentle color palette that feels both whimsical and nostalgic. It’s a world where winter magic feels alive in every frame.
By the finale, Charlie Brown Meets Scrooge delivers a deeply touching celebration of Christmas spirit. Gifts are exchanged, lights flicker softly, and Scrooge — surrounded by the Peanuts gang — opens his heart for the first time in years. Charlie Brown realizes that the imperfections that once discouraged him are what make Christmas honest, human, and beautiful.
⭐ Review: Charlie Brown Meets Scrooge (2025) is a delightful, emotionally rich crossover that honors both source materials while crafting something entirely its own. With humor, heart, and a message that echoes long after the credits roll, it’s poised to become a modern holiday favorite for all ages.
