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Netflix to Stream German-Localized 'Sesame Street' Episodes for the First Time

The streaming giant will offer classic and new US episodes with German dubbing, while ARD and RTL maintain their existing 'Sesamstraße' programming in Germany.

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Overview

  • Netflix has confirmed it will add both classic and new US episodes of 'Sesame Street' to its platform, localized with German dubbing and subtitles.
  • The streaming deal does not affect the long-standing production of the German 'Sesamstraße' by ARD/NDR, which has been in place for over 50 years.
  • ARD/NDR's German version will continue to feature mostly original content produced locally, supplemented by classic US sketches.
  • RTL will also retain its programming related to 'Sesame Street,' including spin-offs like 'Krümelmonsters Foodie Truck' and 'Mecha Builders,' available on RTL+, toggo.de, and the Toggo app.
  • The launch date for Netflix's German-localized 'Sesame Street' episodes has yet to be announced.