Kids show 'Sesame Street' to launch new season with new format on Netflix worldwide — Here's what fans can expect
Season 56 of Sesame Street brings bold format changes while staying true to its core mission of playful early learning. The season will be released in three batches and include:
One 11-minute story per episode, allowing deeper, character-driven storytelling and humor. Cookie Monster's Cookie Cart, where Cookie Monster runs his own street-side food stand.
Abby's Fairy Garden, featuring magical creatures and whimsical surprises.
Tales from 123, a new animated segment set inside Sesame Street's famous apartment building.
Fan favorites return, including Elmo's World and Cookie Monster's Foodie Truck.
Enhanced visuals, with animation overlays, magic sparkles, confetti, and bubbles to enrich scenes.
Direct-to-camera moments, where characters talk directly to the audience for a more immersive experience.
While Netflix has exclusive global premiere rights, new episodes will also air same-day on PBS stations and PBS KIDS digital platforms in the US, ensuring continued free access to families across the country. In total, 90 hours of classic Sesame Street episodes will also become available to stream on Netflix, alongside the new season.
Season 56 is produced by Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the show's enduring educational mission. Executive producers Sal Perez and Kay Wilson Stallings return, with Halcyon Person joining as head writer. Person is a seasoned writer, director, and producer, known for Karma's World and Dee & Friends in Oz, and has received nominations from the Emmys, NAACP, and Humanitas Awards.
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