Although its era of publication has passed, Peanut continues to please readers decades later. Charles Schulz's characters are as lovable as they've ever been, despite the passage of time, which is a true testament to the care that goes into each comic they star in. Snoopy is among the highlights of the cast and gets a lot of laughs in the entries on this list.
These 10 Peanut The November 1994 comics just celebrated their thirtieth anniversary, and every single one of them is as hilarious as ever. Some deal with the consequences of Linus' fruitless search for the Great Pumpkin, while others feature the charming bond shared by Snoopy and Woodstock. Many fan-favorite characters get their moment to shine in these fun comic books. Without further ado, here are the funniest Peanut comics that just turned 30 years old.
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Snoopy's WWI flying ace alter ego meets his match
First published: November 28, 1994
This first graphic novel features an unlikely duo: Marcie and Snoopy's World War I alter ego Flying Ace. Marcie pours Snoopy a beer, playing on his personality, before calling Charlie Brown to inform him that Snoopy is in her kitchen. Then, she reveals that she served him bread, only for him to have difficulty placing the baguette in the toaster in a ridiculous way.
Snoopy shows off a variety of eccentric alter egos throughout Peanut' runs, with WWI's Flying Ace being one of the most renowned, but the true jewel of this strip is its bread-toasting innocence. Snoopy may seem like a genius compared to other dogs, but moments like this prove that even the renowned Flying Ace is still a dog who doesn't know how to toast French bread.
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Linus learns that animals can be bullies too
First published: November 6, 1994
Snoopy and Woodstock are Peanut'most adorable duo, but don't let their cute appearance fool you because they're not as cool as they seem. Here, they gossip about Linus waiting for the Great Pumpkin on Halloween night. Linus then passes by, and as he passes by, he hears Snoopy and Woodstock burst into laughter. He later asks Charlie Brown, “Do dogs and birds laugh at people?” In this case, they absolutely do.
Linus is often mocked for his obsession with the Great Pumpkin, and it's hard not to understand why. Your unwavering belief in a Santa Claus-type figure emerging from a pumpkin patch on Halloween night is, without a doubt, silly. Linus has been disappointed by the Great Pumpkin so many times, but he still continues to believe despite the mockery of others.
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Linus shares his great pumpkin hunting binoculars
First published: November 1, 1994
The Great Pumpkin theme carries over into the next comic strip, as Linus fills some friends in on how he spent Halloween. Charlie Brown comments on the absurdity of Linus staying up all night using binoculars, which Linus claims is so he could catch a glimpse of the Great Pumpkin.
Linus' Great Pumpkin antics aside, the real joke of this strip is found in the other interaction between Snoopy and Lucy. The two have always had an antagonistic relationship, which is evident here when Snoopy comments how Lucy looks better when he uses binoculars backwards because she seems more distant. In response, all Lucy can come up with is a simple but effective answer, “Stupid dog!”
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Peppermint Patty finally gives a correct answer (sort of)
First published: November 23, 1994
Peppermint Patty isn't exactly the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to academics, and there's no shortage of comics where she offers the incorrect answer in class after not paying attention. However, in this comic, she upends that stereotype. When the teacher asks a question, Peppermint Patty offers “Charles Dickens” as an answer – which, to Marcie's surprise, is correct.
Marcie asks her friend how she knew the answer, and Peppermint Patty responds: “If you go to school long enough, sooner or later the answer will be Charles Dickens.” This ridiculously absurd nugget of wisdom doesn't seem worth following, but since it works in Peppermint Patty's favor here, maybe she might be on the right track after all.
6
Woodstock misses the joys of flying
First published: November 9, 1994
Snoopy can simulate flying like the Flying Ace from World War I, but that doesn't mean he's actually capable of flying. In this strip, Snoopy asks Woodstock what it's like to fly so high in the sky, since he can't experience the feeling for himself. To his disappointment, Woodstock does not offer a satisfactory answer and comments: “Well, you shouldn't have closed your eyes.”
Snoopy and Woodstock share a touching bond, as demonstrated by how inseparable they are in Peanut comics. What makes their dynamic even more enjoyable is the fact that they understand each other when no one else can. To readers, Woodstock's words are incoherent scribbles, but Snoopy is able to decipher his friend's messages with ease. Woodstock also responds to Snoopy's thoughts, despite them being unspoken. This friendship transcends language in a charming way.
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Rerun won't let Charlie Brown stop him from Snoopy
First published: November 17, 1994
Linus and Lucy's younger brother Rerun pays a surprise visit to Charlie Brown in this strip. Turns out he doesn't want to talk to Charlie and instead asks to play with Snoopy. Charlie Brown says he'll have to check on the dog to see if he's in the mood to play, and Rerun hits him with a cheeky response: “Who are you, his agent?”
Reprise Van Pelt is one of Peanut'most forgotten characters – but that doesn't mean he never has moments to shine. This comic is an example, kicking off a storyline where Rerun desperately wants a dog and plays with Snoopy to fill that void. Eventually, this arc was adapted into the 2003 TV special I want a dog for Christmas, Charlie Browngiving Rerun the opportunity to be the main character for a change.
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Snoopy knocks Woodstock down to a stake
First published: November 5, 1994
Once again, Snoopy stars alongside his friend Woodstock. Unfortunately, this comic doesn't end in the best way for the poor bird. Snoopy is making himself a cup of tea and asks Woodstock to hold his tea bag for him. Woodstock tries to catch him, but the bag is too heavy and knocks him out of the doghouse.
Woodstock may be small, but it's one of the Peanut'most iconic characters, despite their small stature. His friendship with Snoopy is an admirable trait of his, and he's stuck with him through thick and thin. His willingness to help Snoopy here, even though there's a chance he won't be able to bear carrying the tea bag, illustrates his loyalty to Snoopy. Woodstock is a trustworthy friend who deserves every ounce of love he has earned.
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Snoopy suffers a devastating injury (or does he?)
First published: November 2, 1994
There is no shortage Peanut comics that explore autumn and all its wonders, with falling leaves being a staple of many autumn-themed comics. In this particular comic, Snoopy watches from below as a leaf gently falls from a tree and lands on top of his nose. Snoopy's only response is a single thought: “There.”
It's impossible that a single leaf could have actually hurt Snoopy, so it stands to reason that he's just being dramatic here. After all, he certainly has a wild imagination, evidenced by his many elaborate alter egos from around the world. Peanut' history. Snoopy's fantasies tend to overwhelm him, and he may have imagined that leaf as something much more dangerous than it actually is.
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Peppermint Patty's school report goes horribly wrong
First published: November 21, 1994
Once again, Peppermint Patty's lack of academic discipline shines through in this comic. This time, she approaches to deliver a school report on the story of the Three Little Pigs, but stumbles when trying to remember the story's title. At the end, Peppermint Patty admits she wrote her report “while walking from [her] table at the front of the room”which explains its poor quality.
Reading assignments out loud in front of the class is a common practice. Peanut comics center around school and it's a stressful experience – especially when you're not ready. Readers may empathize with coming to class unprepared and having to give a presentation. Of course, most would learn their lesson and start doing their homework before class, but Peppermint Patty probably won't learn anything from this experience.
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Reprise Reveals His Thoughts on Linus' Blanket
First published: November 16, 1994
In this final graphic novel, Rerun follows Lucy in her brutal honesty towards Linus. Noticing that Linus is once again sucking his thumb while holding his security blanket, Rerun comments on how he doesn't have these habits despite being younger. Rerun then realizes that Linus will probably resent him for this, which is immediately proven when Linus throws the blanket over his head.
Calling the blanket Linus appears to be a common trait in the Van Pelt family. From Lucy to Linus' blanket-hating grandmother, it seems like most of his relatives don't mind his blanket-clinging habit. However, none of this stops Linus, and he will continue to do so for as long as he wants. After all, each Peanut the character has unique qualities, and that's part of what makes the series so beloved – even after all these years.