The Muppet Movie(1979)
“More entertaining than humanly possible!”
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!
Director
James Frawley
Studio
ITC Entertainment
Budget
$8M
Revenue
$75M
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
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1979
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
French
Rating
7.2 / 10
Budget
$8M
Box Office
$75M
Production Companies
ITC Entertainment • Henson Associates
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Muppet Movie?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Muppet Movie (1979).
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!
Who directed The Muppet Movie?▼
The Muppet Movie was directed by James Frawley and released in 1979. It is a family, comedy, adventure film.
How long is The Muppet Movie?▼
The Muppet Movie has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in The Muppet Movie?▼
The cast of The Muppet Movie includes 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) and more.
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