Snoopy Presents: It's the Small Things, Charlie Brown (2022)

Snoopy Presents: It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown captures what Peanuts has always done best: turning a tiny, everyday dilemma into something quietly profound, funny, and surprisingly moving. Set against the familiar rhythm of a looming baseball game, it finds gentle comedy and real emotion in Sally’s fierce devotion to a single little flower, letting the story bloom into a warm, kid-friendly nod toward empathy and caring for the world around you. The animation and voice work keep the vibe cozy and classic, with enough sweetness to feel comforting without losing that unmistakable Peanuts poignancy. If you prefer the sharper, more melancholy edge of the older specials, this one is softer and more openly uplifting—but for families (and grown-ups) who want a tender, thoughtful half-hour, it’s a small delight that lingers.

Snoopy Presents: It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown is clearly aiming for a gentle, kid-friendly lesson about empathy, environmentalism, and how “small” things can matter more than winning. The problem is the story leans hard on Sally’s stubbornness and Lucy’s abrasive energy, so if you’re not in the mood for a lot of bickering and a moral delivered with a bit of a sledgehammer, it may test your patience. It also doesn’t meaningfully address the Peanuts franchise’s long-standing diversity gap, which can make the world feel dated rather than timeless. Still, the animation is pleasant, the tone is mostly calm and safe for younger kids, and if you want a short, low-stakes special with a sweet message, it does the job.