Muppet Treasure Island(1996)
“Set sail for Muppet mayhem!”
Overview
After telling the story of Flint's last journey to young Jim Hawkins, Billy Bones has a heart attack and dies just as Jim and his friends are attacked by pirates. The gang escapes into the town where they hire out a boat and crew to find the hidden treasure, which was revealed by Bones before he died. On their voyage across the seas, they soon find out that not everyone on board can be trusted.
Director
Brian Henson
Studio
Walt Disney Pictures
Budget
$31M
Revenue
$34M
Cast
Tim Curry
as Long John Silver
Billy Connolly
as Billy Bones
Jennifer Saunders
as Mrs. Bluveridge
Kevin Bishop
as Jim Hawkins
Dave Goelz
as The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / Mudwell the Mudbunny / Zoot (voice)
Steve Whitmire
as Kermit the Frog / Rizzo the Rat / Beaker (voice)
Jerry Nelson
as Statler / Blind Pew / Mad Monty / Floyd Pepper / Lew Zealand / Tomato / Pirate / Skulls / Trelawney's Butler / Screaming Cat (voice)
Kevin Clash
as Bad Polly / Black Dog / Spa'am / Chicken / Miss Piggy (assistant) / Fozzie Bear (assistant) / Sam the Eagle (assistant) / Animal (assistant) / Walleyed Pike / Monkey / Pirate / Real Old Tom (voice)
Bill Barretta
as Clueless Morgan / Swedish Chef / Blind Pew (hands) / Pirate / Pig / Skulls (voice)
Frank Oz
as Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Sam the Eagle / Animal (voice)
John Henson
as Sweetums (voice)
Danny Blackner
as Short Stack Stevens
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1996
Runtime
1h 40m
Language
English
Rating
6.7 / 10
Budget
$31M
Box Office
$34M
Production Companies
Walt Disney Pictures • Jim Henson Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Muppet Treasure Island?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Muppet Treasure Island (1996).
What is Muppet Treasure Island about?▼
After telling the story of Flint's last journey to young Jim Hawkins, Billy Bones has a heart attack and dies just as Jim and his friends are attacked by pirates. The gang escapes into the town where they hire out a boat and crew to find the hidden treasure, which was revealed by Bones before he died. On their voyage across the seas, they soon find out that not everyone on board can be trusted.
Who directed Muppet Treasure Island?▼
Muppet Treasure Island was directed by Brian Henson and released in 1996. It is a adventure, comedy, family film.
How long is Muppet Treasure Island?▼
Muppet Treasure Island has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
Who stars in Muppet Treasure Island?▼
The cast of Muppet Treasure Island includes Tim Curry as Long John Silver, Billy Connolly as Billy Bones, Jennifer Saunders as Mrs. Bluveridge, Kevin Bishop as Jim Hawkins, Dave Goelz as The Great Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Waldorf / Mudwell the Mudbunny / Zoot (voice) and more.
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