The iconic neighborhood of Sesame Street is embarking on an exciting new journey as it celebrates the start of its 56th season. Launching on November 10, the cherished children’s series, which has been captivating audiences for over five decades, is now available for streaming on Netflix while continuing its longstanding presence on PBS Kids. This season focuses on the theme of feelings.

Sal Perez, the executive producer, shared with Parents.com that the revamped season aims to deliver “interactive, immersive, and visually engaging” storytelling crafted to address the “most pressing needs” of young viewers.

Season 56 emphasizes understanding emotions, empathy, and relatable challenges, seamlessly combining the cherished essence of classic Sesame Street with a broader global perspective.

The season is structured into three volumes, each containing four episodes. Every 30-minute episode consists of two 11-minute segments, allowing for an expanded exploration of emotions, adventures, problem-solving, and friendships.

Starting November 10, 2025, the series will be available in over 30 languages worldwide, coinciding with the show’s 56th anniversary. Families can still enjoy Sesame Street for free through PBS stations, the PBS KIDS channel, and PBS digital platforms. The collaboration between Sesame Workshop and Netflix is being hailed as a distinctive public-private partnership aimed at reaching more children than ever before.

The series will stream globally in more than 30 languages beginning November 10, 2025, which marks the show’s 56th anniversary. Families can still watch for free on PBS stations, the PBS KIDS channel, and PBS digital platforms. Sesame Workshop and Netflix are calling the collaboration a unique public-private partnership designed to bring Sesame Street to more children than ever before.

All of the beloved characters on Sesame Street are returning to share brand new stories. Bert, Ernie, Abby, Elmo, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the gang aren’t going anywhere, but they are taking on fresh challenges that help preschoolers navigate big feelings. The first volume includes:

• Elmo Runs the Race 
• Cookie Monster’s Big Puzzle
• Abby’s Magical Beasties
• Grover’s Suitcase

For the first time ever, viewers will venture inside the famous brownstone apartment with a new animated segment called “Tales from 123.”

This fun five-minute series gives kids a peek at life beyond the stoop, from silly elevator hijinks to musical stairs and surprise visits from Oscar the Grouch. It’s a playful expansion of the Sesame Street world that longtime fans will appreciate.

While the season is full of music, laughs, and classic Sesame fun, its core mission is emotional growth.

Rosemarie Truglio, PhD, Senior VP of Global Education at Sesame Workshop, notes that kids will learn “… skills like perspective-taking, listening, and cooperation, children will see how even tough moments can be turned into opportunities for caring, connection, and fun.” In a world where big feelings can feel overwhelming, Sesame Street aims to “meet the moment” for today’s families with tools that support compassion, communication, and confidence.

And as always,there is going to be a lot of star power on the stoop. This season also welcomes exciting celebrity guests, including NASCAR champion Bubba Wallace and superstar Miley Cyrus. Their visits bring fresh perspectives while reinforcing themes of kindness, courage, and emotional understanding.

Tune-in to the new season of Sesame Street steaming now on Netflix. 

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