This is America, Charlie Brown

This is America, Charlie Brown (1988-1989)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy

This is America, Charlie Brown sets the familiar "Peanuts" characters into scenes of American history: on the Mayflower, at the signing of the Constitution, at Kitty Hawk with the Wright Brothers, on the NASA space station, etc. This isn't the most entertaining "Peanuts" you'll ever watch, but it's not bad as a sneaky way to teach history to kids.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08The Music and Heroes of AmericaMay 23, 1989
S01E07The Smithsonian and the PresidencyApr 19, 1989
S01E06The Great InventorsMar 10, 1989
S01E05The Building of the Transcontinental RailroadFeb 10, 1989
S01E04The NASA Space StationNov 11, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'This is America, Charlie Brown' premiere?

'This is America, Charlie Brown' premiered on September 17, 1988.

How many episodes are there in 'This is America, Charlie Brown'?

There are eight episodes in 'This is America, Charlie Brown.'

Who narrates 'This is America, Charlie Brown'?

Charlie Brown is narrated by an uncredited Bernard Erhard, while other characters are voiced by child actors.

Which famous African-American athlete is featured in 'The Mayflower Voyagers' episode?

Jesse Owens is featured in 'The Mayflower Voyagers' episode.

Which episode features an appearance from former First Lady, Rosalynn Carter?

'The Smithsonian and the Presidency' episode features an appearance from former First Lady, Rosalynn Carter.

In which episode do the Peanuts characters climb Mount Rushmore?

The Peanuts characters climb Mount Rushmore in the 'Building the Transcontinental Railroad' episode.

Which episode has the characters participating in a hot air balloon race?

The characters participate in a hot air balloon race in the 'The Great Inventors' episode.

What invention does Lucy come up with in 'The Great Inventors' episode?

Lucy comes up with the idea of a "hugging machine" in 'The Great Inventors' episode.

Which episode explores the history of the NASA space program?

The episode 'The NASA Space Station' explores the history of the NASA space program.

Which episode explores the history of the Olympic Games?

The Peanuts gang explores the history of the Olympic Games in 'The International Challenge' episode.

Which American inventor's story is told in 'The Great Inventors' episode?

Thomas Edison's story is told in 'The Great Inventors' episode.

What famous American landmark is featured in 'The Mayflower Voyagers' episode?

The Plymouth Rock, a famous American landmark, is featured in 'The Mayflower Voyagers' episode.

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