Episode 1
Part One
In the 1980s, Paul Reubens becomes a global sensation with his alter-ego Pee-wee Herman, but fame proves to be a complicated companion.
Where to watch Pee-wee as Himself
TV series
Pee-wee as Himself
2025TV-MA1 season8.0 / 10
I know you are, but what am I?
A kaleidoscopic portrait told in two parts tracing the life of the imaginative artist.
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Where to watch in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Pee-wee as Himself is available to stream on HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, Max (Via Amazon Prime), and YouTube TV 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.
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Synopsis
A kaleidoscopic portrait told in two parts tracing the life of the imaginative artist.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Part Two
After taking Pee-wee to television, Reubens endures a series of scandals before reemerging as a cult figure and reclaiming his legacy.
Where to watch Pee-wee as HimselfEpisode information updated Jul 22, 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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