The Thanksgiving holiday is fast approaching, and before long we’ll all be sinking into that familiar post-turkey coma. As we relax on the couch in a blissful, half-asleep haze, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a little holiday cinema.
Here are two must-watch classics to enjoy with the family this holiday season: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973) has long been a beloved staple of the holiday season, capturing the charm, humor, and gentle wisdom that Charles Schulz brought to every Peanuts story. The special reminds us that Thanksgiving isn’t about the perfect meal—it’s about gratitude, friendship, and doing the best you can with what you have. Whether it’s Snoopy wrestling with folding chairs or the iconic menu of popcorn, pretzels, and toast, the charm lies in its simplicity. It’s a sweet reminder that the spirit of the holiday shows up most clearly when people come together with kindness, even when things go hilariously off-script.
On the opposite end of the holiday chaos spectrum sits Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987), a comedy that transforms travel mishaps into heartfelt storytelling. Steve Martin and John Candy’s odd-couple journey home for Thanksgiving is packed with disasters, laughs, and eventually a touching reminder of empathy and connection. While A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving offers gentle nostalgia, Planes, Trains and Automobiles brings the relatable madness of holiday travel to the forefront.
Together, they represent two sides of Thanksgiving: the cozy traditions that make us smile and the unpredictable adventures that make the season unforgettable.
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