After the work was completed but before its official premiere, Melendez still thought the special was a failure.
After the work was completed but before its official premiere, Melendez still thought the special was a failure.
The special was originally only going to air once to fulfill the contractual obligation with Coca-Cola.
This includedHow The Grinch Stole Christmas!the following year andFrosty the Snowman.
Previous to this, Christmas specials were typically an hour long.
Almost six decades sinceA Charlie Brown Christmas' premiere, it is still considered a holiday classic.
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Despite his depression during the season, the group comes together to create a memorable Christmas event.