The last time a human being set foot on the Moon was in 1972. That same year, Snoopy got seriously barreled in a double overhead wave.
The 1972 animated classic "Snoopy, Come Home" opens with a sunny, beachside adventure featuring Snoopy showing off his surfing skills in a fun, action-packed sequence.
Right from the start, viewers are treated to Snoopy's playful and daring spirit as he tackles the waves with style and confidence.
The beautifully executed animation truly mimics the flow and dancing movement that best characterizes surfing.
The scene, though, begins with Charlie Brown and Linus at the beach, building sandcastles.
Linus proudly shows off his intricate creation, but all attention soon turns to Snoopy.
Snoopy, the Tube Rider
Clad in his trusty red boardshorts, the iconic beagle grabs his yellow surfboard with a red stringer and paddles out to ride some towering double-overhead waves.
What follows is a showcase of Snoopy's incredible surfing prowess.
He switches his stance mid-ride, carves the waves with daring maneuvers, gets tubed, lands a barrel roll, and even hangs ten down the face of a wave.
We bet not even Kelly Slater could do that in his young gun years.
Of course, this is Snoopy, so things don't go entirely as planned. A massive wave crashes down on him, leaving him tumbling in the surf.
But Snoopy, ever resilient, emerges from the water spitting out seawater in comedic fashion.
Snoopy's beach antics continue as he takes a playful break, resting on a floating basketball - until the ocean's waves playfully knock him back into the water.
Undeterred, Snoopy heads to the shore, where he encounters Peppermint Patty. She's working on a sandcastle of her own but struggles to keep its tower intact.
Snoopy cleverly digs a circle around her creation, and together, they make sandcastle magic before venturing back into the ocean.
Patty and Snoopy's time in the waves is full of fun and surprises.
Snoopy points her toward the surf, but the tables turn when Patty grabs what looks like a small inflatable mat and surfs off in her own style.
The two enjoy the water, sharing laughs and thrills until a big wave sends them tumbling back to the beach in a hilarious wipeout.
The playful introduction sets the tone for the rest of "Snoopy, Come Home," a film filled with humor, heart, and memorable adventures.
Interestingly, this is not Snoopy's debut in the surf.
Just six years earlier, in 1966, the famous black and white beagle hit the waves in "Charlie Brown's All Stars!" an animated TV special broadcast by CBS.
Fun Facts About "Snoopy, Come Home"
The movie holds a special place in "Peanuts" history for several reasons.
For the first time, Snoopy's thoughts are fully communicated to the audience, adding depth to his character beyond his usual antics.
Also, it's the only "Peanuts" movie without "Charlie Brown" in the title, which is an interesting departure from tradition.
The film was an ambitious project with a $1,000,000 budget but became a financial disappointment, earning just $245,073 at the box office.
The music in the movie was composed by the Sherman Brothers, who were famous for their work on Disney classics like "Mary Poppins," and marked a departure from the usual Vince Guaraldi jazz scores.
Charles Schulz wanted the film to have a more Disney feel, maybe like though fans missed Guaraldi's signature sound.
Released on August 9, 1972, it aired on CBS as a special feature on November 5, 1976.
Despite its financial struggles, "Snoopy, Come Home" remains beloved by fans for its heartfelt story and charming sequences like Snoopy's beach day.
The surfing scene is also a perfect example of the beagle's adventurous spirit and ability to turn even the most ordinary moments into unforgettable fun.
Maybe we should have more of a Snoopy attitude in our daily lives.
Words by Luís MP | Founder of SurferToday.com
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