Episode 1
Part One
1h 40m8.5 / 10
In the 1980s, Paul Reubens becomes a global sensation with his alter-ego Pee-wee Herman, but fame proves to be a complicated companion.
Episode credits
Directed by Matt WolfGuest stars Tim Burton, Laraine Newman
TV series
Pee-wee as Himself
2025TV-MA1 season7.9 / 10
I know you are, but what am I?
A kaleidoscopic portrait told in two parts tracing the life of the imaginative artist.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Where to watch in United States
Checked Sep 2, 2026
Pee-wee as Himself is available to stream on HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, and HBO Max (Via Amazon Prime) in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Synopsis
A kaleidoscopic portrait told in two parts tracing the life of the imaginative artist.
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Episode 2
Part Two
1h 42m8.8 / 10finale
After taking Pee-wee to television, Reubens endures a series of scandals before reemerging as a cult figure and reclaiming his legacy.
Episode credits
Directed by Matt Wolf
Episode information updated Sep 11, 2026
More about Pee-wee as Himself
Cast
Paul ReubensSelf
Cassandra PetersonSelf
Debi MazarSelf
David ArquetteSelf
Natasha LyonneSelf
Lynne Marie StewartSelf
Tracy NewmanSelf
Tim BurtonSelfProduction details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 2
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
HBOUnited States
HBO Documentary FilmsUnited States
Elara PicturesUnited States- First Love FilmsUnited States
Polari PicturesUnited States- ReubenstownUnited States
Themes
miniseriesserious
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