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'Sesame Street' Moves to Netflix After New Streaming Deal
- Netflix and Sesame Street agreed in May 2025 to bring new episodes and select past shows to Netflix worldwide while maintaining PBS broadcasts in the US.
- The deal follows Warner Bros. Discovery's decision not to renew its HBO Max contract and federal funding cuts to PBS by President Trump earlier this month.
- The upcoming 56th season will feature a new format with episodes centering on one 11-minute story, exploring Sesame Street's neighborhood and returning fan-favorite segments like Elmo's World.
- Sesame Workshop described the agreement as a "unique public-private partnership" that preserves free access on PBS and expands the show's reach to more households globally.
- This move provides financial stability amid previous streaming uncertainty, allowing Sesame Street to continue its educational mission while adapting to shifting media landscapes.
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