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Netflix won the feature‑film rights to Sesame Street after a heated bidding war, with Rideback set to produce alongside Sesame Workshop; Netflix already holds the show’s TV rights (acquired May 2025). No filmmaker is attached yet, and Sesame Street has previously spawned two big-screen adaptations (Follow That Bird, 1999).
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, filed a federal lawsuit against SeaWorld alleging breach of contract and unpaid royalties tied to Sesame Street–themed parks and branding, including issues related to the Sesame Place park in Langhorne, Pa., the San Diego attraction closure, and a planned third park. The suit accuses SeaWorld of stopping royalty payments, distributing unapproved marketing materials, and seeks termination of the license plus damages and attorneys’ fees.
Elmo's X account was hacked, leading to the posting of antisemitic and racist messages, which have since been deleted. The incident highlights concerns over rising antisemitic threats amid geopolitical tensions and recent online platform issues, including AI systems spouting extremist views. Sesame Workshop is working to regain control of the account, amid broader concerns about online hate and misinformation.
Writers at Sesame Workshop have unanimously authorized a strike if a deal isn't reached by Friday when their current contract expires. The Writers Guild of America stated that the writers are committed to their work and are seeking annual raises, improvements to residuals, and union coverage for animation and social media segments. Sesame Workshop expressed hope for an agreement and emphasized the writers' importance to their creative team. If a strike occurs, picketing will begin on April 24 outside Sesame Workshop's offices in New York City.