The Muppet Movie (1979) movie poster

The Muppet Movie (1979)

"More entertaining than humanly possible!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 89%, MC: 74) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyComedyAdventure

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Director
James Frawley
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (683 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Jim Henson as Kermit the Frog / Rowlf / Dr. Teeth / Waldorf / Doc Hopper's Men / Link Hogthrob / Swedish Chef (voice)
Frank Oz as Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Animal / Sam the Eagle / Doc Hopper's Men / Marvin Suggs / Swedish Chef (hands) / Motorcycle Guy (voice)
Jerry Nelson as Floyd Pepper / Robin the Frog / Crazy Harry / Lew Zealand / Camilla / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (assistant) (voice)
Richard Hunt as Scooter / Statler / Janice / Sweetums / Beaker / Fozzie Bear (assistant) (voice)
Dave Goelz as The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Doglion / Iraqian in El Sleezo Cafe / Pig (voice)
Charles Durning as Doc Hopper
Edgar Bergen as Himself / Charlie McCarthy (voice)
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 683 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
Overview
The Muppets gather to watch their newly-finished big-budget rich-and-famous feature film: a talent agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there, he meets a bear, a pig, a whatever (his future muppet crew), and some special celebrity guest stars, while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant! Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Muppet Movie was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated family films of 1979 among dedicated fans.
  • Jim Henson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Muppet Movie is a 1979 family, comedy, adventure film directed by James Frawley. The Muppets gather to watch their newly-finished big-budget rich-and-famous feature film: a talent agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there, he meets a bear, a pig, a whatever (his future muppet crew), and some special celebrity guest stars, while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant!.

The film has been rated by 683 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a family film, The Muppet Movie delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Muppet Movie (1979) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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