Sesame Street Seeks New Streaming Partner as Max Ends Deal
TL;DR
Warner Bros. Discovery has decided not to renew its deal for new episodes of "Sesame Street" on its streaming service Max, as the platform shifts focus from children's content to adult and family programming. While Max will continue to license existing episodes through 2027, the upcoming 55th season will be the last new season to debut on the service. "Sesame Street" will seek new distribution plans to ensure its continued reach to children.
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