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TV series

art21

2001–, English, on PBS. Created by Susan Sollins & Susan Dowling.

The first series on television in the U.S. to focus exclusively on contemporary visual art and artists, "Art in the Twenty-First Century" is a Peabody Award-winning biennial program that allows viewers to observe the artists at work, watch as they transform inspiration into art, and hear how they struggle with both the physical and visual challenges of achieving their visions. "Art in the Twenty-First Century" airs on PBS and online in the U.S. Full episodes are available to watch on Art21.org and YouTube.

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Seasons
12
Episodes
43
Episode length
60 min
Status
Still running

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Where to watch art21

art21 is streaming on PBS Living and Thirteen in India.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Latest episode

S12 E2: Realms of the Real

Aired 11 February 2026

Seasons 12

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First aired
21 September 2001
Network
PBS
Language
English
Country
United States
Type
Documentary
Rated
TV-PG
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Is art21 worth watching?

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How many seasons of art21 are there?

art21 has 12 seasons and 43 episodes, about 60 minutes each.

Is art21 finished?

art21 is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.

Which OTT platform is art21 on?

art21 is streaming on PBS Living and Thirteen in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

art21 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

art21 is rated TV-PG. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

What shows are like art21?

If you liked art21, try American Masters, Mysteries at the Museum, American Experience.

Who created art21?

art21 was created by Susan Sollins and Susan Dowling and stars Claire Danes, Sophie Calle, Lubaina Himid.

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