'Sesame Street' is saved with new Netflix streaming deal (but you can still watch on PBS)

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:37 pm

Sesame Street Finds a New Home on Netflix, But PBS Remains a Friend

Get ready, kids! Sesame Street is moving to Netflix! In a groundbreaking deal, the beloved children's show has secured a new streaming home, ensuring its future for years to come. After Warner Bros. Discovery decided not to renew its previous streaming agreement, the fate of Elmo, Big Bird, and the gang was uncertain. However, Netflix has stepped in, acquiring exclusive worldwide premiere rights.

The deal promises an "all-new, reimagined" 56th season of Sesame Street, set to debut later this year, alongside a library of 90 hours of previous episodes. The new season will feature exciting changes, including a shift from the magazine-style format to single 11-minute stories, allowing for more character-driven narratives. Fan-favorite segments like Elmo's World and Cookie Monster's Foodie Truck will also make a return.

Good news for fans in the U.S.: new episodes will continue to air on the same day on PBS and the PBS Kids app, ensuring free access for all. Netflix will also develop video games based on Sesame Street and Sesame Street Mecha Builders.

This partnership is a win-win, allowing Sesame Workshop to reach a global audience while maintaining free access for children in the U.S. on public television. With family programming already a strong suit for Netflix, this move positions the streaming giant to potentially challenge Disney Plus as the go-to platform for kids' content. While some may express concerns about the show's move to a paid service, the continued availability on PBS offers a welcome compromise.

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