The Muppet Movie

'The Muppet Movie', 1979

Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit.

Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit.

Director

James Frawley

Runtime

95 minutes

Type

Feature

Genre

Comedy

Keywords

national film registry, the muppets, hare krishna, troubled production, charlie mccarthy character

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The Muppet Movie

James Frawley, 1979

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Aspect ratio

1.85 : 1

Color

Color (Eastmancolor)

Screening formats

35 mm
70 mm (blow-up)

Awards

Online Film & Television Association

Winner

2020

Motion Picture

Gold Derby Award

Storyline

Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit.

While living the quiet life in a swamp, Kermit the Frog is approached by a Hollywood agent to audition for the chance of a lifetime. So Kermit takes this chance for his big break as he makes the journey to Hollywood. Along the way, Kermit comes across several quirky new friends including comedic Fozzie Bear, beautiful but feisty Miss Piggy, and the Great Gonzo. But Kermit must also watch out for ruthless Doc Hopper, who plans to use him as his spokesman for his frog legs food chain.

Summary

Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit.

Synopsis

While living the quiet life in a swamp, Kermit the Frog is approached by a Hollywood agent to audition for the chance of a lifetime. So Kermit takes this chance for his big break as he makes the journey to Hollywood. Along the way, Kermit comes across several quirky new friends including comedic Fozzie Bear, beautiful but feisty Miss Piggy, and the Great Gonzo. But Kermit must also watch out for ruthless Doc Hopper, who plans to use him as his spokesman for his frog legs food chain.

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Cast & crew

Cast

Jim Henson

Actor

Frank Oz

Actor

Jerry Nelson

Actor

Crew

Director

Jerry Juhl

Screenwriter

Jack Burns

Screenwriter

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