There’s a new reason to visit the neighborhood! Sesame Street returns for its 57th season on Monday, November 23, 2026, with new episodes arriving on both Netflix and PBS KIDS. Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Grover and their friends are bringing fresh adventures, familiar favorites and a few celebrity visitors along for the fun.
Big Celebrity Guests Are Coming to Sesame Street
This season’s guest list includes Zara Larsson, Post Malone, Tyler James Williams and Michelle Buteau. Larsson joins Elmo, Abby and Cookie Monster to sing a new song, “Puppy Dance Party,” during an episode featuring Elmo and Tango’s puppy playdate. Sesame Workshop says additional celebrity friends will appear in exclusive digital content throughout the season.
Photo: Zach Hyman / Sesame WorkshopPhoto: Richard Termine / Sesame WorkshopPhoto: Richard Termine / Sesame Workshop
Helping Kids Handle Big Feelings
Alongside the music and laughs, Season 57 is focused on something parents know all too well: helping little kids navigate really big emotions. New stories explore kindness, compassion, taking turns, including friends, jealousy and finding ways to calm down when things don’t go as planned.
In one episode, Rudy feels left out of a treasure-hunt game, giving Elmo and Abby a chance to make things right. In another, Elmo gets jealous during game night and practices a calming “heart breath.” Abby also learns to cope with saying goodbye to a friend.
Each episode includes an interactive 11-minute story that encourages children to play along and practice the lessons with the characters. Returning segments include Elmo’s World, Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck and the animated Tales from 123.
Photo: Clint Spaulding / Sesame Workshop
Where to Watch Sesame Street Season 57
The first of three volumes premieres November 23, with the remaining volumes following in 2027. In the United States, new episodes will debut on Netflix and PBS KIDS on the same day, including PBS stations, the PBS KIDS Channel and digital platforms. That means families will still have a free way to watch on PBS KIDS.
For longtime fans, it’s nice to see the neighborhood keep growing. And for parents of preschoolers, a little help with sharing, friendship and those inevitable big feelings is never a bad thing.
Before Rocky Balboa became one of the most recognizable underdogs in movie history, Sylvester Stallone had to fight for the chance to play him. That’s the story behind I Play Rocky, a new Amazon MGM Studios drama starring Anthony Ippolito and directed by Peter Farrelly.
The film takes us back to the days when Stallone was a struggling actor with a script he believed in—and a Hollywood system that wasn’t exactly lining up to give him the starring role.
The Underdog Story Behind the Underdog Story
Stallone didn’t just want to sell Rocky. He wanted to play Rocky Balboa himself. That conviction became the defining gamble of his early career. I Play Rocky dramatizes the rejection, determination and unlikely breakthrough that led to the 1976 classic.
Anthony Ippolito plays the young Stallone, with Stephan James as Carl Weathers, AnnaSophia Robb as Sasha Czack and Matt Dillon as Stallone’s father. The cast also includes P.J. Byrne, Toby Kebbell, Tracy Letts and Jay Duplass.
I Play Rocky movie poster. Courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios.
Watch the I Play Rocky Trailer
The official trailer offers a look at Ippolito’s portrayal of Stallone and the obstacles standing between a struggling actor and the movie that would change his life.
There is something timeless about someone being told “no” and deciding to keep going anyway. For parents who grew up with Rocky, this is a chance to revisit the movie’s origins from a new perspective. For older teens discovering it for the first time, it’s a story about creative ambition and refusing to let someone else define what’s possible.
It’s worth noting that I Play Rocky is rated PG-13 for strong language, brief sexual material and smoking, so parents should consider whether it’s right for their teens.
When Does I Play Rocky Come Out?
I Play Rocky opens in select theaters on November 6, 2026, with a wider release scheduled for November 20—just ahead of the original film’s 50th anniversary.
Fifty years later, it turns out the story of how Rocky got made might be every bit as compelling as the movie itself.
Hockey meets K-pop in Newark on Thursday, October 22, as the New Jersey Devils host their first-ever K-Pop Night at Prudential Center.
The Devils take on the Anaheim Ducks in a special theme-night celebration bringing music, fan activities and K-pop-inspired entertainment to the arena. Whether your family follows hockey or has a K-pop fan who’s never been to an NHL game, it’s a fun excuse to experience both worlds together.
What to Expect at Devils K-Pop Night
Alongside the action on the ice, the Devils are planning K-pop music, themed in-game entertainment, concourse activities, special merchandise and food offerings. Fans can also look for DJ Nari, a themed photo booth, light sticks, T-shirts and collectible photocards. Check the team’s event information for availability and any purchase requirements.
A Different Kind of Family Night Out
One kid may know every K-pop song while another just wants to see the Devils score. A themed hockey night gives both something to get excited about, without having to head into Manhattan for an evening out.
Event Details
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026. Doors are scheduled for 5:30 p.m.; puck drop is 7 p.m.
Parenting can be hilarious—sometimes on purpose, sometimes because if you don’t laugh, what else are you going to do? A new weekly comedy series called Overstimulated is taking that idea and running with it.
Launched October 14, 2026, by social-first entertainment studio Doing Things, the series stars comedians and longtime collaborators Manon Mathews and Vincent Marcus, who bring very different chapters of parenting to the conversation.
Artemis Fowl is getting another shot at the screen—this time as an animated television series. Disney announced on October 11 that it has greenlit an adaptation of Eoin Colfer’s bestselling fantasy books for Disney Channel and Disney+.
The news came from Colfer himself during the “25 Years of Artemis Fowl” panel at New York Comic Con. It’s a fitting moment for the announcement: the first novel arrived in 2001, making this year the series’ 25th anniversary.
What’s the new Artemis Fowl series about?
The show follows Artemis, a 13-year-old criminal mastermind who discovers that fairies aren’t just the stuff of bedtime stories. They have a secret underground civilization, serious firepower and advanced technology. Artemis plans to capture one and take its magic in hopes of saving his seriously ill mother.
That mix of family stakes, fantasy and high-tech mischief helped make the books a favorite among young readers. Disney says the franchise has sold more than 35 million copies and has been translated into 48 languages.
Will the author be involved?
Yes. Eoin Colfer will serve as an executive producer, alongside Ben Juwono, whose credits include Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur and Big Hero 6: The Series, and Colleen Evanson, who has worked on DuckTales and Monsters at Work.
For readers who care about how the books translate to television, Colfer’s involvement is an encouraging detail. It doesn’t guarantee a scene-for-scene adaptation, but it does mean the creator is part of the team shaping this version.
When does Artemis Fowl premiere?
Disney has not announced a premiere date, voice cast or episode count. The project has been greenlit, so families shouldn’t expect an immediate streaming debut. We’ll be watching for the first look and further production details.
Brad Bird’s long-awaited animated detective adventure Ray Gunn has reached a major milestone: its world premiere at the BFI London Film Festival on October 10, 2026. The new film blends science fiction with the smoky atmosphere of an old-fashioned mystery, and it brings together a voice cast led by Sam Rockwell and Scarlett Johansson.
Netflix’s publicity team announced the premiere and shared links to film stills, teaser artwork and red-carpet photographs. The film is scheduled to reach select theaters December 4, including limited 70mm screenings, before streaming on Netflix December 18, 2026.
Official Ray Gunn poster. Courtesy of Netflix.
A detective story in a city of tomorrow
The story unfolds in Metropia, an enormous city that imagines the future through a 1939 lens. Private investigator Raymond Gunn gets pulled into a mystery involving aliens, murder and celebrity Venus Nova. It’s a different flavor of animation from the director of The Incredibles and Ratatouille: retro-futuristic, mysterious and steeped in film-noir style.
Rockwell voices Raymond Gunn, while Johansson plays Venus Nova. Tom Waits, Alan Tudyk, Matt Berry, Bobby Cannavale, Michelle Rodriguez, Patton Oswalt and John Ratzenberger are among the additional performers named in Netflix’s announcement. Michael Giacchino composed the music.
A scene from Ray Gunn. Courtesy of Netflix.
What happened at the premiere?
According to the October 10 publicity announcement, Bird attended the London premiere alongside Rockwell and Johansson. Composer Giacchino, Netflix Film chairman Dan Lin and Netflix feature-animation head Hannah Minghella were also listed among attendees.
The festival appearance is the latest step for a project Bird has been developing for years. The BFI’s official festival announcement includes Ray Gunn among its world premieres, while Netflix’s fall film guide confirms the December streaming date and principal cast.
Promotional still from Ray Gunn. Courtesy of Netflix.
Is Ray Gunn a movie for kids?
Animation doesn’t automatically mean a movie is aimed at young children. Ray Gunn revolves around a murder mystery and noir-inspired crime story, so parents should review the trailer and any official age guidance before planning a family movie night. Its appeal may be strongest for older animation fans and viewers who enjoy science-fiction mysteries.
Animated film still from Ray Gunn. Courtesy of Netflix.
When can you watch Ray Gunn?
December 4, 2026: Select theatrical screenings, with limited 70mm presentations. December 18, 2026: Netflix streaming debut. Theater locations and availability may vary.
Additional scene from Ray Gunn. Courtesy of Netflix.
