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'The Great Pumpkin' Is a Wholesome Family Movie That Never Gets Old


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Wholesome TV doesn't get more timeless than It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966). This family-friendly classic delivers nostalgia, laughter, and gentle lessons in faith and community—perfect for busy parents wanting safe, short, and wholesome Halloween entertainment to enjoy with their kids. At just 25-minutes, it captures the warmth of neighborhood trick-or-treating and childhood imagination without a single scare.

📌 Episode Highlights:

  • Linus's Innocent Faith: Why waiting in the pumpkin patch teaches kids about hope and staying true to your beliefs, even when others don't understand.
  • Community Halloween Magic: How this special captures the neighborhood trick-or-treating experience many parents wish their kids could still enjoy today.
  • Calm Hand-Drawn Animation: Why the slower pacing lets children actually process the story instead of just watching flashing images.

🔗Episode Links:

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  • Episode 37 – Curious George Boo Fest: A silly-but-safe scarecrow mystery perfect for younger kids.
  • Episode 36 – Return to Oz: A darker, misunderstood adventure for families ready for something more intense.
  • Episode 5: Lassie (1950s)
  • Episode 15: The New Lassie

📺Where to Watch 'It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown':

  • YouTube for Free
  • Apple TV
  • Fandango

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Wholesome TV Picks | Family-Friendly TV Shows to Watch with Your KidsBy Wholesome TV Show Curator | Jennifer