Apple TV Holiday 2026 Programming Announced

Apple TV is making the season merry and bright with holiday programming for the whole family. The Apple TV Holiday 2026 programming is led by the all-new Peanuts special, Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy, premiering Friday, November 13.

In the latest special under the acclaimed “Snoopy Presents” banner, the Peanuts kids are on their best behavior — but Snoopy has landed on Santa’s naughty list. With just 12 days until Christmas, he sets out to prove he’s not such a bad beagle after all, discovering along the way that the season is about more than gifts.

Scored by Emmy Award-nominated composer Jeff Morrow, Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy features original music from an all-star lineup, including “Get Ready” by EGOT honoree John Legend, produced by multi-award winner Raphael Saadiq; “Trying To Get There” by Grammy Award winner Kamasi Washington, featuring Grammy Award winner Leon Bridges; and a performance of the holiday classic “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” by Grammy Award winner Laufey, produced by Spencer Stewart.

Inspired by the beloved Peanuts comic strip by Charles M. Schulz, the special is produced by Peanuts and WildBrain, and is executive produced by Josh Scherba, Stephanie Betts, Logan McPherson, Paige Braddock, Chris Brocco and Mark Evestaff.

The Apple TV Holiday 2026 lineup also includes Fraggle Rock: A Holiday Gift, an all-new musical special from The Jim Henson Company, debuting Friday, December 4 and featuring an appearance by singer and actress Nicole Scherzinger.

When Wembley is named Spirit Captain, he sets out to spread cheer throughout the Rock — but after the Fraggles unknowingly take a cherished snow globe from Doc’s workshop, the holiday spirit begins to fade. Wembley must find the courage to return it, learning that kindness, giving, and helping someone in need are the true gifts of the holidays.

From the team behind the Emmy Award-winning series Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, The Jim Henson Company’s Fraggle Rock: A Holiday Gift is executive produced by Lisa Henson, Halle Stanford, John Tartaglia, Matt Fusfeld, Alex Cuthbertson, Arnon Milchan, and Yariv Milchan. Dave Goelz and Karen Prell co-executive produce.

Harvey Mason Jr. serves as the executive music producer. The special is written by Fusfeld and Cuthbertson, produced by Chris Plourde, co-produced by Tim O’Brien, and directed by Tartaglia.

The celebration continues with cherished Peanuts classics from Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide, featuring the 60th anniversary of It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, alongside A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and A Charlie Brown Christmas, which will stream for free on October 17-18, November 14-15 and December 12-13, respectively. This programming is available to subscribers now and every day.

New family film Way of the Warrior Kid, starring Chris Pratt and Linda Cardellini, will premiere on Wednesday, November 25. Middle school has been a nightmare for Marc (Jude Hill), a good kid who’s bullied by his classmates and feels like he’s behind in everything, from academics to P.E. to just making friends.

That changes when his injured Uncle Jake (Pratt), a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to spend the summer and recuperate with Marc and his mom, Sarah (Cardellini). To help Marc defend himself, Jake devises an ambitious program he calls “Operation Warrior Kid” based on his SEAL training. Instead of teaching his nephew how to fight, Jake shows Marc what real courage is, facing down his own demons along the way.

APPLE TV HOLIDAY 2026 PROGRAMMING

Viewers can stream a festive collection of Apple TV specials, films, and holiday episodes, highlighted below.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown – Stream for free Saturday, October 17 to Sunday, October 18
Celebrate 60 years of this Peanuts classic and join the Peanuts gang for a timeless adventure as Charlie Brown preps for a party, Snoopy sets his sights on the Red Baron, and Linus patiently awaits a pumpkin patch miracle.

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving – Stream for free Saturday, November 14 to Sunday, November 15
Peppermint Patty invites everyone to Charlie Brown’s for Thanksgiving, even though he’s going to see his grandmother. Snoopy decides to cook his own version of a Thanksgiving meal with help from his friends.

A Charlie Brown Christmas – Stream for free Saturday, December 12 to Sunday, December 13
In this beloved Peanuts special, Charlie Brown, feeling down about the commercialism of Christmas, becomes the director of the gang’s holiday play. Can he overcome his friends’ preference for dancing over acting, find the “perfect” tree, and discover the true meaning of Christmas?

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The First Snow of Fraggle Rock
The Fraggles eagerly await the start of the holidays — but when only a single snowflake arrives, and Gobo has writer’s block, the season is thrown off course. The special features internet sensation Lele Pons in a cameo role, which includes a musical performance of “Our Melody” alongside Gobo.

A journey to Outer Space yields unexpected musical inspiration, while back at the Gorgs’ castle, Junior is overwhelmed by the sudden arrival of a baby sister. Together, the Fraggles and Gorgs learn that the most meaningful moments aren’t perfect — they’re unique, like snowflakes.

The Velveteen Rabbit
Based on the treasured, classic children’s book by Margery Williams, “The Velveteen Rabbit” celebrates the magic of unconditional love. When 7-year-old William receives a new favorite toy for Christmas, he discovers a lifelong friend and unlocks a world of magic.

The 40-minute special from Apple TV and produced by Magic Light Pictures introduces Phoenix Laroche starring as William alongside an all-star cast including the voices of Alex Lawther as the Velveteen Rabbit, Helena Bonham Carter as Wise Horse, Nicola Coughlan as Playroom Fairy, Bethany Antonia as Female Rabbit, Lois Chimimba as Car, Paterson Joseph as King, Clive Rowe as Lion, Nathaniel Parker as Male Rabbit, Tilly Vosburgh as Momo, and Samantha Colley as Mother.

Frog and Toad — “Christmas Eve”
In “Christmas Eve,” Frog and Toad are looking forward to spending the winter holiday together, but a last-minute errand into town sidetracks Frog, causing Toad to wonder if his best friend will make it home in time.

An Apple TV original series based on the beloved book series by Arnold Lobel, “Frog and Toad” are not at all alike. Frog likes new adventures. Toad likes the comforts of home. Yet despite their differences, Frog and Toad are always there for each other — as best friends should be.

The talented voice cast includes Academy Award winner Nat Faxon and Emmy Award nominee Kevin Michael Richardson as Frog and Toad, with appearances by Ron Funches, Fortune Feimster, Cole Escola, Aparna Nancherla, John Hodgman, Yvette Nicole Brown, Stephen Tobolowsky, Emmy Award nominee Tom Kenny, Selene Luna, Emmy Award nominee Margaret Cho, and Betsy Sodaro.

Shape Island” — “The Winter Blues”
“Shape Island,” the acclaimed stop-motion series for kids and families based on the internationally bestselling trilogy of Shapes picture books written by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Jon Klassen, is back with a holiday special titled “The Winter Blues.” The chilly season leaves Square feeling sad, so Circle and Triangle try to cheer him up by creating a new holiday: Yeti Night.

The clever, funny and inspiring stop-motion animated series from Apple TV takes place on a charming island and invites viewers to join serious Square, intrepid Circle and tricky Triangle on their silly adventures as they dig up some fun, search for answers and build on their friendship — all while learning how to navigate each other’s differences. “Shape Island” shows kids that friendship can take many shapes.

The series features the beloved familiar voices of Gideon Adlon, Scott Adsit, Harvey Guillén, and Yvette Nicole Brown.

The Snoopy Show — “Happiness Is Holiday Traditions”
In “Happiness Is Holiday Traditions,” Snoopy searches for the perfect tree topper; Woodstock gets trapped in a window display; and Snoopy and Woodstock visit Spike for Christmas.

An Apple TV original series from Peanuts and WildBrain, “The Snoopy Show” gives the world’s most iconic dog his close-up and dives into new adventures with the happy-dancing, high-flying, big-dreaming beagle, who’s joined by best friend Woodstock and the rest of the Peanuts gang.

Sago Mini Friends — “New Year’s Steve”
In this holiday special titled “New Year’s Steve,” Harvey makes a wish to stay awake until midnight when a firefly swoops in to help — and kickstarts a scavenger hunt for the whole crew. The series is an adorable nod to gratitude, featuring Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit and Robin the bird.

Along with a unique cast of residents as colorful as their own whimsical world, the four friends play, explore, imagine and celebrate daily in their joyful town of Sagoville. In each episode, Harvey and all his friends express their true gratitude for all things big and small through optimism, kindness, preschool-friendly humor, and unforgettable original songs!

Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tales
Celebrate the merriest time of the year with the Peanuts gang in this special from Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide. Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy and Sally each star in Christmastime tales adapted from the original Peanuts comic strips.

Eva the Owlet Holiday Special — “Eva’s Moon Wish”
“Eva the Owlet,” the animated series based on the New York Times bestselling Scholastic book series “Owl Diaries” by award-winning author Rebecca Elliott, stars Eva, a creative, cheeky owlet who lives next door to her best friend Lucy in the woodland world of Treetopington.

With big ideas and an even bigger personality, Eva goes on high-flying adventures, expressing herself in her diary along the way! In “Eva’s Moon Wish,” Treetopington celebrates a special holiday, Eva helps a lost oriole look for his family — and learns the true meaning of community.

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock — “Night of the Lights”
Jim Henson’s fun-loving and musical Fraggles — Gobo, Red, Wembley, Mokey, Boober and new Fraggle friends — have returned in the “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock — Night of the Lights” holiday special for all-new adventures about the magic that happens when we celebrate and care for our interconnected world.

It’s the Night of the Lights, the most Fraggily holiday of the year, and the Rock is filled with songs and cheer. When Jamdolin (voiced by Emmy Award nominee Daveed Diggs, “Hamilton”) encourages Wembley to make a special wish, the Fraggles head out on an adventure to find the brightest light and, maybe, the true meaning of the holiday.

Get Rolling With Otis — “A Winter’s Cow Tale”
In a special episode, “A Winter’s Cow Tale,” it’s Christmas Day, and Rosalie is due to have her baby. Daisy can’t wait to be a big sister, but she’s disappointed when she can’t decorate the tree with her mama. Otis rolls into action to help Daisy decorate the tree, and when the snow builds up too high, he plows his way through the snow so Daisy can meet her new baby sister.

Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show — “Jack’s Snow Globe Café”
In “Jack’s Snow Globe Café,” when a snowstorm postpones the winter gazebo lighting, Jack and friends make the most of the moment with a “kindness cascade” at the café.Jack is one of Clover Grove’s most thoughtful and caring residents, greeting everyone with kindness and humor. His ability to spread compassion, creativity, and imagination inspires everyone in town to do the same.

I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown
All Rerun wants from Santa is a dog, but his mother won’t let him have one. Spending time with Snoopy provides the perfect pick-me-up. But when Snoopy gets too busy to play with Rerun, they call in a substitute — Snoopy’s brother Spike. This holiday favorite is from Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide.

Interrupting Chicken — “A Chicken Carol”
In the holiday special, “A Chicken Carol,” Ebenezer Wolf decides to cancel the holidays, so Piper teams up with the Three Little Pigs and some ghostly friends to change his mind. Based upon the 2011 Caldecott Honor-winning book series written and illustrated by David Ezra Stein, “Interrupting Chicken” is an animated preschool series that introduces children to the joy of storytelling.

It’s Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown
From Mendelson/Melendez Productions and Peanuts Worldwide, “It’s Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown” is a collection of Christmas-themed vignettes. Charlie Brown tries to sell wreaths; Peppermint Patty worries about her Christmas book report; Charlie Brown tries to buy gloves for Peggy Jean; and the gang is in a Christmas play, where Sally worries about her single line and Peppermint Patty plays a sheep.

Pretzel and the Puppies — “Merry Muttgomery!”
In “Merry Muttgomery!,” when a heavy snowfall jeopardizes the annual holiday festival, the pups find unique ways to celebrate with all the snowed-in dogs in the city. Based on the beloved canine from the classic book “Pretzel” by award-winning authors Margret and H.A. Rey, creators of “Curious George,” the original series follows a modern dog family led by stay-at-home dad Pretzel, his five adorable Dachshund puppies, and mom Greta, the mayor of Muttgomery.

The Snoopy Show — “Happiness Is the Gift of Giving”
In “Happiness Is the Gift of Giving,” Snoopy adapts a Christmas poem to help Sally sleep, Charlie Brown makes gifts for his pals, and Snoopy finds waiting to open his presents a challenge. An Apple TV original series from Peanuts and WildBrain, “The Snoopy Show” gives the world’s most iconic dog his close-up and dives into new adventures with the happy-dancing, high-flying, big-dreaming beagle, who’s joined by best friend Woodstock and the rest of the Peanuts gang.

Stillwater — “The Way Home”
In “The Way Home,” while helping Stillwater make treats to celebrate the winter solstice festival, the kids learn he plans to share some with a neighbor they’re wary of. Recognized with a Peabody Award for Excellence in Storytelling and for work that encourages empathy, “Stillwater” is a beautiful and engaging series for kids and families. It highlights mindfulness and has charmed young viewers with its tales of friendship, while offering kids a new perspective on the world around them.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
A story of kindness, friendship, courage and hope for viewers of all ages in a heartwarming, classically animated, Academy Award-winning film based on Charlie Mackesy’s book, “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.” The poignant and heartfelt journey follows the unlikely friendship of a boy, a mole, a fox, and a horse as they travel together in the boy’s search for home.

The film, featuring Mackesy’s distinctive illustrations brought to life in full color with beautiful hand-drawn animation, stars BAFTA Award winner Tom Hollander as The Mole, Golden Globe and SAG Award winner Idris Elba as The Fox, Golden Globe Award winner Gabriel Byrne as The Horse, and newcomer Jude Coward Nicoll as The Boy.

Spirited
Each Christmas Eve, the Ghost of Christmas Present (Will Ferrell) selects one dark soul to be reformed by a visit from three spirits. But this season, he picked the wrong Scrooge. Clint Briggs (Ryan Reynolds) turns the tables on his ghostly host until Present finds himself reexamining his own past, present, and future. For the first time, “A Christmas Carol” is told from the perspective of the ghosts in this hilarious musical twist on the classic Dickens tale.

The Family Plan 2
In “The Family Plan 2,” it’s the holiday season, and Dan (Mark Wahlberg) has planned the perfect vacation for his wife Jessica (Michelle Monaghan) and their kids to celebrate overseas — until a mysterious figure from his past (Kit Harington) shows up with unfinished business. An international game of cat-and-mouse ensues as Dan and his family battle, bicker and bond their way through a series of bank heists, holiday hijinks and car chases amid scenic European terrain.

Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas
In the musical event, Emmy Award-winning star Hannah Waddingham rings in the holidays as she welcomes special guests for a musical extravaganza at the London Coliseum. The special was recorded live in front of an audience, and audiences around the world will be able to join Waddingham in celebrating her favorite time of year on Apple TV as she performs festive classics accompanied by a spectacular big band.

Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special
Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there’s only one person who can save the day: Santa’s great friend, Mariah Carey. The Queen of Christmas creates a fabulous and star-studded spectacular to make the whole world merry!

The special lineup also includes guest superstars Tiffany Haddish, Billy Eichner, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, Snoop Dogg, Jermaine Dupri, Misty Copeland and Mykal-Michelle Harris. Extra special appearances are also made by Carey’s twins, Moroccan and Monroe.

A Carpool Karaoke Christmas
James Corden passes the keys to Zane Lowe, a fellow interviewer and trusted voice amongst today’s top artists, as he jumps into the driver’s seat in this festive installment of “Carpool Karaoke: The Series,” featuring Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa and Chappell Roan singing along to Christmas classics, including “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas.

Also featured are their signature songs, such as Lady Gaga’s chart-topping “Die With A Smile,” Dua Lipa’s number one hit “Houdini,” and Chappell Roan’s breakout hit “Good Luck, Babe!” As a holiday treat, Lowe and Lady Gaga also released a special version of “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” on Apple Music and all major music platforms.