Apple TV+ Brings Families in New York and Atlanta Together To Celebrate Franklin!

Feb 27

Pictured: Shamea Morton, husband Gerald Mwangi, and daughter.

New York and Atlanta families came together on Saturday, February 24th, for an exclusive screening of Apple TV+'s "Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin" at AMC Theaters. Both screenings featured heartwarming introductions of Franklin Armstrong, the first Black character introduced in the iconic "Peanuts" universe. Now, nearly 55 years later, we celebrate the wonderful journey of Franklin as he stars in his very own animated special, "Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin" presented by Apple TV+. The Atlanta event was hosted by Radio Personality Shamea Morton and took place at AMC Madison Yards. Also attending the Atlanta AMC screening were: Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker, Ming Lee, Lena Huggs, Akilah Murib Coleman and their respective families.

Following the film, children eagerly took pictures with Franklin, while parents expressed their appreciation for finally seeing Franklin's story and his warm welcome into the "Peanuts" gang. At both AMC Theaters, attendees were treated to complimentary concessions, balloon art by Blow It Up Productions (Atlanta), Clowns.com (New York) and Apple TV+ swag bags containing worksheets, crayons, and Franklin stickers.

Atlanta Screening Photography: Chris Mitchell

New York Screening Photography: Zavion Golightly

Atlanta, GA Screening of "Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin"