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Sesame Street to Debut on Netflix with Revamped Format in 2025

The 56th season will stream globally on Netflix while maintaining free PBS access in the US, introducing story-driven episodes and a new animated series.

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Overview

  • Netflix has secured global streaming rights for Sesame Street, starting with its 56th season set to release later in 2025.
  • Episodes will be available simultaneously on Netflix, PBS, and the PBS Kids app, ensuring free access for US audiences.
  • The series will transition from its traditional magazine-style format to two eleven-minute story arcs per episode, featuring a new animated segment titled 'Tales From 123.'
  • As part of the partnership, Netflix will also provide 90 hours of archived Sesame Street episodes for streaming.
  • The collaboration between Netflix, Sesame Workshop, and PBS emphasizes preserving the show's educational mission while modernizing its storytelling and audience engagement.