Sesame Street Finds New Home at Netflix

It’s a sunny day on Sesame Street, as Netflix has acquired the streaming rights to the long-running children’s show.

Under the deal announced on Monday, Netflix will air new episodes of Sesame Street worldwide, as well as obtain the show’s expansive library catalogue. New episodes will also continue to air in the US on local PBS stations.

It’s a major boon for the Sesame Workshop, which had been looking for a new home after Warner Bros. Discovery opted out of its distribution deal in 2024. A significant portion of Sesame Street’s funding comes from distribution and licensing, and with PBS stations potentially facing their own funding challenges, Netflix offers the show long-term financial stability.

We are excited to announce that all new Sesame Street episodes are coming to @netflix worldwide along with library episodes, and new episodes will also release the same day on @PBS Stations and @PBSKIDS platforms in the US, preserving a 50+ year relationship.

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— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) May 19, 2025