Charles M. Schulz

Born: 1922-11-26

Charles Monroe Schulz standing in at 5' 11½" (1.82 m) was born on November 26, 1922 (Sagittarius) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, nicknamed Sparky, was an American cartoonist, writer and producer best known for the comic strip "Peanuts" (which featured the characters Charlie Brown and Snoopy, among others) and several movies and tv shows like The Peanuts Movie (2015), The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show (1983), It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966), Snoopy - Come Home (1972), A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973). He is widely regarded as one of the most influential cartoonists of all time. He died in his sleep at about 9:45 pm on February 12, 2000 in Santa Rosa, California, USA. He was suffering from colon cancer, with which he was diagnosed in November 1999. He also had Parkinson's disease. He left behind 5 children Craig Schulz, Meredith Hodges, Amy Schulz, Monte Schulz, Jill Schulz and his latest wife of 27 years Jean Schulz (m. 1973–2000) which she passed away there after in 2000. He had a prior marriage to Joyce Halverson (m. 1951–1972).


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Who Are You, Charlie Brown?

as Self - Creator of Peanuts (archive footage)
Released: 2021-06-25

A documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew...

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Peanuts in Space: Secrets of Apollo 10

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2019-05-18

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this documentary tries to solve the great...

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It's Your 50th Christmas Charlie Brown

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2015-11-30

A musical celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Christmas classic. Hosted by Kristen Bell.

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A Boy Named Charlie Brown

as Himself
Released: 1963-12-31

This documentary goes behind-the-scenes with Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz. This film paved...

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A Charlie Brown Celebration

as Self (uncredited)
Released: 1982-05-24

Several new different Peanuts sketches are featured in this TV special, adapted from the comic...

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Bird by Bird with Annie: A Film Portrait of Writer Anne Lamott

as Self
Released: 1999-01-01

From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Freida Lee Mock, ‘Bird by Bird with Annie’ offers an...

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It's Your 20th Television Anniversary, Charlie Brown

as Self - Host
Released: 1985-05-14

A documentary television special hosted by Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz.

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Happy Birthday, Charlie Brown

as Himself
Released: 1979-01-05

A television special celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Peanuts comic strip and the 15th...

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The Making of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'

as Self
Released: 2001-12-06

Now, years later, fans can get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this Christmas...

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Happy Anniversary, Charlie Brown

as Self
Released: 1976-01-09

A 25th anniversary tribute to the "Peanuts" comic strip.

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Good Ol' Charles Schulz

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2007-10-29

For 50 years, Charles M. Schulz captivated and comforted millions with PEANUTS-his innovative...

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Snoopy's Home Ice: The Story of the Redwood Empire Ice Arena

as Himself (archive footage)
Released: 2010-01-01

The story behind the Redwood Ice Arena in Santa Rosa, CA.

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An Enduring Classic: Peanuts Creator Charles Schulz

as Himself (archive footage)
Released: 2000-09-12

An 11-minute documentary covering the Peanuts comic strip's legacy. (Peanuts Wiki)

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