With Christmas just around the corner, Apple TV+ is ready to immerse its viewers in a world of joy and family entertainment, for both adults and young ones. Below, we detail the new shows that Apple TV+ has prepared to celebrate the 2023 holiday season.
Since its launch in 2019, Apple TV+ has significantly expanded its catalog with successful series like For All Mankind (which will soon release its fourth season), Acapulco, documentaries like Sidney, animated films like Luck and the newly arrived Lessons in Chemistry. And this year, for the festive season, the platform will add eight new shows, ranging from beloved classics to innovative originals.
The Velveteen Rabbit - Released on November 22
Based on the beloved children's book by Margery Williams, this 40-minute special brings to the screen the story of unconditional love between a child and his toy.
When 7-year-old William (Phoenix Laroche) receives a new favorite toy for Christmas, he discovers a lifelong friend and opens the door to a world of magic. Produced by Magic Light Pictures, it features a stellar cast to bring this magical tale to life, with voices from actors like Helena Bonham Carter and Nicola Coughlan.
Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas - Released on November 22
Thanks to this live musical event from the London Coliseum, we'll see the award-winning Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso) celebrating the holidays with Christmas classics and a spectacular band.
This special promises to be a musical extravaganza produced by the same team behind last year's successful Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special.
The Making of ‘Spirited’ and a Sing-Along of Spirited - Released on November 22 and December 1
Apple TV+ invites viewers to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the acclaimed film Spirited that premiered last year. We'll see unseen footage of rehearsals and production moments of this movie starring Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds, and Octavia Spencer, which offers a new twist and fun musical version of Dickens's classic story A Christmas Carol: by finding the wrong Scrooge, we see the story from the perspective of the ghosts.
In addition, starting December 1, a Sing-Along version will be available on Apple TV+. This will allow families to enjoy and actively participate in singing along with the songs from this Christmas musical comedy.
Frog and Toad — Christmas Eve - Premiering on December 1
The friendship of Frog and Toad is tested on this Christmas Eve in a special that showcases their differences and unbreakable bond. Based on the book series by Arnold Lobel, this program is a celebration of friendship and diversity.
Shape Island — The Winter Blues - Premiering on December 1
Characters Square, Circle, and Triangle return in "The Winter Blues," a special that aims to teach children about friendship and compassion through a touching and fun story.
The Snoopy Show — Happiness is Holiday Traditions - Premiering on December 1
Snoopy and the Peanuts gang return with "Happiness is Holiday Traditions," a special that follows the iconic beagle and his friends in new adventures highlighting the importance of Christmas traditions.
Sago Mini Friends — New Year's Steve - Premiering on December 22
The "New Year’s Steve" special brings Harvey and his friends on a treasure hunt that celebrates gratitude and friendship, ideal for younger viewers.
All this will be added to the various Christmas classics from The Snoopy Show, such as Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tales, A Charlie Brown Christmas, I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown, It’s Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown, or Happiness Is the Gift of Giving. Also, to the Stillwater holiday special The Way Home, the musical special Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas, the movie Spirited, and the animated film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.
In addition to the Christmas specials of children's programs such as Night of the Lights from Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, A Winter’s Cow Tale from Get Rolling With Otis, Jack’s Snow Globe Cafe from Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show, A Chicken Carol from Interrupting Chicken, or Merry Muttgomery! from Pretzel and the Puppies.
Apple TV+ thus consolidates itself as a key destination for family fun this holiday season, especially for the little ones, promising entertainment for all tastes. With this catalog, the platform ensures a year-end full of magic, music, and celebration.
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