Sesame Street, the iconic children’s television show cherished for over 50 years, is getting a new home on Netflix, without leaving PBS. Netflix and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind the show, announced the deal on Monday.

New Episodes on Netflix and PBS Together

New episodes of Sesame Street will be available on Netflix, PBS, and the PBS Kids app later this year. An official launch date has not yet been announced. In addition to new episodes, Netflix will host a selection of classic episodes for global audiences.

Previously, new episodes of Sesame Street aired on HBO and Max beginning in 2016. However, Warner Bros. Discovery, which owns HBO’s parent company, declined to renew the deal. Although no new episodes will premiere on Max, existing episodes will remain available through 2027.

“This alliance allows us to present our learning-oriented show to children everywhere,” Sesame Workshop said in a statement. “Meanwhile, children in America will continue to view Sesame Street for free on PBS.”

PBS President Paula Kerger added that children’s education remains vital, and Sesame Street has long played a leading role in that mission.

What’s New in Season 56

Season 56 of Sesame Street will feature a single 11-minute story per episode. Sal Perez, the show’s producer, explained that the new format will focus more on character-driven storytelling and relatable experiences from young viewers. The show will also explore more of the Sesame Street neighbourhood, including scenes inside the famous brownstone at 123 Sesame Street.

Sesame Street currently airs in over 150 countries and has won over 200 Emmy Awards. Beloved characters like Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Oscar the Grouch will now appear alongside popular kids’ streaming sensations like Ms. Rachel and Blippi on Netflix.

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