When does Sesame Street return?

Sesame Street is an American educational children's television series that combines live-action, sketch comedy, animation, and puppetry. It is known for its images communicated through the use of Jim Henson's Muppets, and includes short films, with humor and cultural references. It premiered on PBS on November 10, 1969, to positive reviews, some controversy, and high viewership. It has aired on PBS since its debut, with its first run moving to premium channel HBO on January 16, 2016, then HBO Max in 2020, and most recently Netflix in 2025.