Who Are You, Charlie Brown? — Official Trailer

added: Fri, Jun 11th '21

The official trailer has been released for the upcoming documentary "Who Are You, Charlie Brown?" which explores the history and legacy of the legendary "Peanuts" comic strip.

Featuring narration by Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong'o and interviews with famous fans such as Paul Feig, Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, Al Roker, and Billie Jean King, and more, the documentary will also take a look at the life and career of Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz, who is often regarded as one of the most influential cartoonists of all time. Schulz is widely celebrated for creating such iconic cartoon characters as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Woodstock.

The documentary, which will be released exclusively on Apple TV Plus later this month, is directed by Emmy-winning documentarian Michael Bonfiglio, whose credits include "The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling," "Jerry Before Seinfeld," and "30 for 30: You Don't Know Bo: The Legend of Bo Jackson."

"Who Are You, Charlie Brown?" premieres on June 25th.

synopsis:
Before there was Charlie Brown, there was Schulz. Take a delightful look into the magic of Peanuts, its creator, and the lasting legacy he left on the world.

Lupita Nyong'o narrates a documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans -- including Kevin Smith, Al Roker, and Billie Jean King -- share its influence on them, and a new animated story finds Charlie Brown on a personal quest.

directed by Michael Bonfiglio

starring Lupita Nyong'o (narrator)

release date June 25, 2021 (on Apple TV Plus)