The Muppet Movie (1979)
The Muppet Movie is a 1979 family movie directed by James Frawley, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Jim Henson, Frank Oz and Jerry Nelson.
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!
Quick answers
What is The Muppet Movie about?
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!
When was The Muppet Movie released?
The Muppet Movie was released on 22 June 1979.
How long is The Muppet Movie?
The Muppet Movie runs 1h 35m.
Who made The Muppet Movie?
The Muppet Movie was directed by James Frawley.
Where can I watch The Muppet Movie?
The Muppet Movie is available on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Muppet Movie
Stream: Disney Plus
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Official site
http://disneydvd.disney.go.com/the-muppet-movie-kermits-50th-anniversary-edition.html
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
- Austin Pendleton as Max
- Edgar Bergen as Himself / Charlie McCarthy (voice)
- Milton Berle as Mad Man Mooney
- Mel Brooks as Professor Max Krassman
- James Coburn as El Sleezo Cafe Owner
- Dom DeLuise as Bernie the Agent