**Netflix and Sesame Street Join Forces to Expand Access to Beloved Children’s Show**
**Meta Description:** Netflix partners with Sesame Street to bring new episodes to a global audience, ensuring continued access for children in the U.S. after PBS funding cuts.
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**Headline:** Netflix and Sesame Street Collaborate to Deliver New Episodes Worldwide
In a significant move for children’s programming, Netflix has struck a deal with Sesame Street to bring the iconic children’s show to its streaming platform. This partnership comes in the wake of federal funding cuts to the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) by former President Trump, which has raised concerns about the future of educational programming for children.
Starting later this year, new episodes of Sesame Street will be available on Netflix, PBS, and the PBS Kids app simultaneously. Additionally, select past episodes will be accessible on Netflix globally, although a specific launch date has yet to be announced. This collaboration follows Warner Bros Discovery’s decision not to renew its contract for new episodes on HBO and Max, although existing episodes will remain available on those platforms until 2027.
The recent executive order by Donald Trump aimed to block federal funding for PBS and National Public Radio (NPR), citing concerns over perceived bias in their coverage. In response to these challenges, Sesame Street’s 56th season will feature a unique format, focusing on an 11-minute story that explores the beloved Sesame Street neighborhood and provides a glimpse inside the iconic 123 Sesame Street, home to characters like Elmo, Bert, and Ernie.
Sesame Street announced on social media: “We are excited to share that all new episodes are coming to Netflix worldwide, along with library episodes. New episodes will also be available on PBS stations and PBS Kids platforms in the U.S., preserving a 50+ year relationship.” This partnership exemplifies a unique public-private collaboration, allowing Sesame Street to continue its mission of helping children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.
In a statement, Sesame Workshop emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, “This unique public-private partnership will enable us to bring our research-based curriculum to young children around the world with Netflix’s global reach, while ensuring children in communities across the U.S. continue to have free access on public television to the Sesame Street they love.”
With over 200 Emmy Awards, multiple Peabody Awards, and a Kennedy Center Honor for lifetime artistic achievement, Sesame Street remains a cornerstone of children’s education and entertainment. This new partnership with Netflix is poised to enhance its reach and impact, ensuring that generations of children can continue to enjoy and learn from this beloved series.
**FAQ**
**Will new episodes of Sesame Street be available on PBS?**
Yes, new episodes will be released on PBS and the PBS Kids app on the same day they premiere on Netflix, ensuring continued access for viewers in the U.S.
