Reading Rainbow
“Take a look, it’s in a book, a Reading Rainbow!”
Journey to exciting places and build a lasting connection with your favorite books. Each episode centers on a theme from a book, or other children's literature, which is explored through a number of segments or stories.
Where to watch Reading Rainbow in United States
Can I watch Reading Rainbow in United States? Yes — you can stream Reading Rainbow in United States on PBS Kids Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
PBS Kids Amazon Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV StoreClick a service to open Reading Rainbow there. Availability last verified on August 16, 2026.
Where is Reading Rainbow streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | PBS Kids Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
About Reading Rainbow
Reading Rainbow is a 1983 English-language kids series. It spans 21 seasons and 155 episodes and has concluded. In United States, it is currently streaming on PBS Kids Amazon Channel.
Reading Rainbow was produced by Lancit Media Productions, RCN Entertainment, and On-Screen Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was first aired on June 6, 1983, and carries a TV-Y certification.
- First aired
- June 6, 1983
- Last aired
- November 10, 2006
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-Y
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 21 (155 episodes)
- Network
- PBS
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Lancit Media Productions, RCN Entertainment, On-Screen Entertainment
Reading Rainbow cast & crew
Behind the camera, it was produced by LeVar Burton and Larry Lancit.
Is Reading Rainbow worth watching?
With 21 seasons and 155 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy kids, Reading Rainbow is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Reading Rainbow
In United States, you can stream Reading Rainbow on PBS Kids Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Reading Rainbow
LeVar Burton
Self - Host
Reading Rainbow — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Reading Rainbow in United States?
Reading Rainbow is streaming on PBS Kids Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Reading Rainbow on PBS Kids Amazon Channel?
Yes — Reading Rainbow is currently available on PBS Kids Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Reading Rainbow in?
Reading Rainbow is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Reading Rainbow are there?
Reading Rainbow has 21 seasons with 155 episodes in total.
▸What is Reading Rainbow rated?
Reading Rainbow is rated TV-Y. It holds a 8.3/10 audience score from 49 ratings.
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