Sesame Street

Sesame Street (1969- )

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Sesame Street is a widely recognized and perpetually daring experiment in educational children's programming. This show has taken popular-culture and turned it upside-down. The fast-paced advertisements that had parents of the new era worrying for their children were the basis for the original format of this show. The show has often satirized pop culture, and made itself easier for parents to watch along too. And thus, the positive impact this show has had on modern society is beyond another. No show is more recognized the world over by as many generations and walks of life. Shown in its original format or with changes to reflect a regional education focus, Sesame Street is now seen in over 140 countries. The show that Entertainment Weekly named the "20th Best Ever Show" has changed the education scene to focus on "entertainment". This has turned out to be a valuable theory that not only...

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Scheduleevery Thursday (51 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S55E02Episode 2Mar 27, 2025
S55E01Episode 1Mar 26, 2025
S54E35Prairie Dawn's Cookie PartyJul 4, 2024
S54E34The Mystery CricketJun 27, 2024
S54E33Use That Rice!Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of the first Sesame Street premiere?

The first Sesame Street premiere was on November 10, 1969.

Who were the original human cast members of Sesame Street?

The original human cast members of Sesame Street were Will Lee, Matt Robinson, Bob McGrath, Loretta Long, and Gordon Robinson.

Who was the first Muppet character created for Sesame Street?

The first Muppet character created for Sesame Street was Big Bird.

Who was the first celebrity guest to appear on Sesame Street?

The first celebrity guest to appear on Sesame Street was James Earl Jones.

What is the name of the trash-dwelling character who lives in a garbage can on Sesame Street?

The name of the trash-dwelling character who lives in a garbage can on Sesame Street is Oscar the Grouch.

Which Sesame Street character is known for his addiction to cookies?

The Sesame Street character known for his addiction to cookies is Cookie Monster.

What is the name of the blue, furry Sesame Street character who plays the piano and sings?

The name of the blue, furry Sesame Street character who plays the piano and sings is Grover.

Which Sesame Street character is modeled after a teenage girl?

The Sesame Street character modeled after a teenage girl is Prairie Dawn.

What is the name of the Sesame Street character who is a vampire?

The name of the Sesame Street character who is a vampire is The Count.

Which Sesame Street character is a woolly mammoth?

The Sesame Street character who is a woolly mammoth is Snuffleupagus.

What is the name of the Sesame Street character who has a pet worm?

The name of the Sesame Street character who has a pet worm is Slimey.

Who is the older gentleman who owns Hooper's Store on Sesame Street?

The older gentleman who owns Hooper's Store on Sesame Street is Mr. Hooper.

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  • Σουσάμι Άνοιξε (Greece)

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