Netflix Unveils Kids Series Lineup, Announces ‘Sesame Street’ Release Date

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Published: April 6, 2026 4:54 PM ET

Netflix Unveils Kids Series Lineup, Announces ‘Sesame Street’ Release Date

Netflix has announced an exciting expansion of its children’s programming, particularly in preschool series, films, and games. This new lineup includes the brand-new series “Young MacDonald” and renewals for existing shows like “Trash Track” and “The Creature Cases.” Highlights also include specific release dates for beloved favorites such as “Sesame Street,” “CoComelon Lane,” and “Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie.”

Expansion of Kids Series: New and Renewed Titles

The following new titles and renewals will be available soon:

New Series: Young MacDonald – This musical series features the cheerful grandson of Old MacDonald along with his animal companions as they navigate various farm life challenges.

Upcoming Release Dates

Mark your calendars for these exciting release dates:

April 13: My Sesame Street Friends: My Elmo (Season 1)
April 20: CoComelon Lane (Season 7)
April 27: My Sesame Street Friends: My Abby (Season 1)
May 4: Dr. Seuss’s Horton! (Season 2)
May 11: Mark Rober’s CrunchLabs (Season 4)
May 23: Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie
June 8: Sesame Street (Season 56, Volume 3)
This Summer: Ms. Rachel (Season 3)

Introducing Netflix Playground

In addition to new shows, Netflix has launched a new interactive app called Playground. It allows children to explore their favorite characters from shows such as “Peppa Pig” and “Sesame Street.” Currently available in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Australia, the Philippines, and New Zealand, it is set for a wider release on April 28.

John Derderian, Vice President of Animation Series + Kids & Family TV at Netflix, shared the company’s vision: “We’re building a world where kids can not only watch their favorite stories but also step inside them and interact with their favorite characters.”