Release Date

21 Jun, 2025

Runtime

00:00: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.

Original Title

STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon

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Actors

Sonia Manzano

Stephen Schwartz

Sonia Sotomayor

Alison Bartlett

Ryan Dillon

Carmen Osbahr

Grisselle Escotto

Angelo Kern

Andrew Delman

Jillian Dunn

Misha Gonz-Cirkl

Crew

Ernie Bustamante

Steven Canals

Maor Azran

Sean Puglisi

Elyssa Bustamante

Renee Cafaro

Kristy Rider

Jim Helmink

Brian Mathy

Destina Orozco

Emilio Orozco

Ernie Bustamante