Lee Mendelson

Sibling Rivalry: Growing Up Van Pelt

Lee Mendelson, Jean Schulz

A short look at the origins of the beloved Peanuts sibling "Rerun Van Pelt", through his first appearance in Charles Schulz's classic comic strips through his appearance in "I Want a Dog For Christmas, Charlie Brown".

The Animagic World of Rankin/Bass

Constantine Nasr

Graham Annable, Jerry Beck

An all-new documentary celebrating the legacy of the holiday specials created by Arthur Rankin, Jr. and Jules Bass including interviews with filmmakers and historians.

Wrinkles: In Need of Cuddles

Lee Mendelson

Ami Foster, Gregg Berger

Wrinkles In Need of Cuddles is a wonderful musical adventure featuring fabulous original songs and music. Ami Foster, co-star of the tv hit PUNKY BREWSTER, plays a young schoolgirl faced with a difficult homework assignment. She has to write a poem and can't think of anything to write. Frustrated and tired, she rests her eyes. Magically, her plush Wrinkles pals come to life to give her support and encouragement. Copyright: Wrinkles in Need of Cuddles 1986 Movie Cover

A Boy Named Charlie Brown

Lee Mendelson

Charles M. Schulz, Peter Robbins

This documentary goes behind-the-scenes with Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz. This film paved the way for the future success of the Peanuts animated television specials, bringing together for the first time Schulz, animator Bill Melendez, producer Lee Mendelson, and composer Vince Guaraldi.

Happy Birthday, Charlie Brown

Lee Mendelson

Phyllis George, Charles M. Schulz

A television special celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Peanuts comic strip and the 15th anniversary of animated Peanuts specials on CBS.

It's Your 20th Television Anniversary, Charlie Brown

Lee Mendelson

Charles M. Schulz

A documentary television special hosted by Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz.

A Christmas Miracle: The Making of a Charlie Brown Christmas

Mark Evanier, Scott McGuire

A behind the scenes look at how A Charlie Brown Christmas was made.

A Charlie Brown Celebration

Bill Melendez

Casey Carlson, Shannon Cohn

Several new different Peanuts sketches are featured in this TV special, adapted from the comic strip, including Peppermint Patty's stint at dog training school and Charlie Brown spending time in the hospital.

It's Your 50th Christmas Charlie Brown

Paul Miller

Kristen Bell, Cam Clarke

A musical celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Christmas classic. Hosted by Kristen Bell.

We Need a Blockbuster, Charlie Brown

Mark Evanier, Scott McGuire

A Documentary: Saving Charlie Brown (Peanuts), history of creating a blockbuster Charlie Brown Movie to save the franchise.

Vince Guaraldi: The Maestro of Menlo Park

Jeff Maynard, Alexander Gray

Vince Guaraldi, Carl Bailey

A short documentary about Vince Guaraldi, the composer most well known for his work on several 'Peanuts' animated television specials.

The Making of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'

Bill Melendez, Lee Mendelson

Whoopi Goldberg, Sally Dryer

Now, years later, fans can get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this Christmas favorite. Hosted by comedienne Whoopi Goldberg, this program includes interviews with some of the actors who brought the Peanuts gang to life, and archive footage of the creator himself, Charles Schulz.

A Man Named Mays

Lee Mendelson

Willie Mays

A candid, inside look at one of the greatest ballplayers ever, up through the 1963 season. Many highlights from Willie Mays's career are shown, including his 4-homer night against the Braves, his 400th homer against the Cardinals, and his 2000th hit.

Popcorn and Jellybeans: Making a Thanksgiving Classic

Todd Barbee, Christopher DeFaria

Documentary on the making of the Peanuts Thanksgiving special.