Netflix expands kids entertainment lineup
Netflix has announced the launch of Netflix Playground, an app designed for kids to play games and explore with their favorite characters. The expansion also includes new preschool series and the renewal of popular shows, enhancing the kids’ entertainment lineup on the platform.
The announcement:
For parents, the to-do list can be never-ending. That’s why we want to make Netflix a curated space where parents know kids are entertained, engaged and enriched. Today, we’re unveiling an expansion of our preschool and kids’ series, films and games lineup designed to fuel imagination and exploration for the next generation. Combined with our comprehensive parental controls, this high-quality, curated environment lets kids discover at their own pace while giving parents added confidence and peace of mind.
“We’re building a world where kids can not only watch their favourite stories, they can step inside them and interact with their favourite characters,” said John Derderian, Netflix Vice President of Animation Series + Kids & Family TV. “We’re creating a seamless destination for discovery, learning, and play. Whether it’s reuniting with Hank and the Trash Truck crew for new adventures or making a smoothie with Peppa Pig, watching and playing on Netflix can be the fun and easiest part of every family’s day.”
Introducing Netflix Playground: A Welcoming World to Play and Explore
Now there’s a new way for kids to play and explore with their favourite characters — from Peppa Pig to the gang on Sesame Street — called Netflix Playground. Designed for children ages 8 and under, Netflix Playground is included with all memberships and makes saying “yes” to playtime easier, with no ads, in-app purchases or extra fees. Netflix Playground is now available in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Canada, UK and the Philippines. It will be released in the rest of the world on April 28.
Simply download the app to a smartphone or tablet and sign in to your Netflix account to access an ever-growing library of games. Because every activity is instantly playable and available offline, Netflix Playground is the perfect companion for long airplane rides or grocery trips, ensuring the only surprise is how much fun kids have along the way.
More From Fan-Favourite Characters and New Stories to Love
We are also announcing the renewal of parent and kid favourites Trash Truck for a third season and The Creature Cases for Chapter 7, ensuring more heartfelt adventures and mysteries are on the way. We are also adding a new series to our lineup: Young MacDonald, a musical series that follows the optimistic and playful grandson of Old MacDonald and his animal friends as they solve problems, and learn about farm life. These new series are designed to encourage creativity and problem-solving through relatable, fun-filled storytelling.
Netflix has grown to become the premiere destination for kids and preschool titles. Between 2023 and 2025, the four most-watched shows and six out of the top 10 titles were from the kids’ genre, making it the #2 genre on Netflix. In the second half of 2025, these stories entertained and enlightened viewers — including Gabby’s Dollhouse, Ms. Rachel, In Your Dreams, The Creature Cases, Trash Truck, Mark Rober’s CrunchLabs Season 1 and Sesame Street: Volume 1. By expanding these beloved worlds, we’re creating a space for big adventures that encourage curiosity and discovery, engaging young audiences at every stage of development.
