Backdrop preview It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown backdrop
It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown

It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown (1986)

It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown is from the later phases of the Peanuts TV-special saga. Instead of concentrating on a single story (a la A Charlie Brown Christmas), this half-hour animated effort offers eight separate anecdotes. All are derived from continuities originally presented in Charles Schultz' Peanuts comic strip, and all were first telecast on the Saturday morning TV series The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show. And, re the blanket title, all are unified by a central "baseball" theme. The best sequence in It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown finds the canine Snoopy assuming a managerial post on the opposing team.

Directed by Sam Jaimes

Cast

View All

Crew

Director
  • Sam Jaimes
  • Phil Roman
Writer
  • Charles M. Schulz

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to review this movie!
Sign in to leave a review.

Thematic Analysis

It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown represents a fascinating example of Animation/Comedy/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Sam Jaimes brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1986, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of It's Three Strikes, Charlie Brown took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 41 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 91 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 70 unique compositions.
  • The costume department created over 372 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 1986, when this film was released:
  • MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
  • Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
  • Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 1, 1986
  • Runtime: 41m

Similar Movies