The Muppet Movie

Name: The Muppet Movie
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Musical
Released: 1979-06-22
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Rating: 7.60
Cast: Richard Hunt, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, Jerry Nelson

– Kermit the Frog is persuaded by agent Dom DeLuise to pursue a career in Hollywood. Along the way, Ke..

Type:

Movie

Rating:

7.60 / 10

Duration:

One Hour and 35 Minutes

Release Year:

1979

Kermit the Frog is persuaded by agent Dom DeLuise to pursue a career in Hollywood. Along the way, Kermit picks up Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and a motley crew of other Muppets with similar aspirations. Meanwhile, Kermit must elude the grasp of a frog-leg restaurant magnate.

Styles:

Scenic, Entertaining, Road Movie, Light, Not Serious, Witty, Feel Good, Clever, Humorous, Exciting

Story Timeline:

1970s, 20th Century

Producing Country:

USA, UK

Filming Locations:

Cross Country, California, USA

Genre:

Musical, Family, Adventure, Comedy

Editor's Pick for:

Preschoolers, Kids, Family Outing

The Muppet Movie (1979) - Trailer

Release Date:

22 Jun 1979

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:

G – General Audiences

All ages admitted. Nothing that would offend parents for viewing by children.

The Muppet Movie: The Nearly 35th Anniversary Edition

Directed by:

James Frawley

Story Written By:

Jack Burns, Jerry Juhl

Main Actors:

Richard Hunt, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, Jerry Nelson

Plot:

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.

Awards:

Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 3 wins & 9 nominations.

Production Company:

Associated Film Distributors

Ratings:

Internet Movie Database:

7.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes:

88%

Metacritic:

74%