The Muppets
Summary
The Muppets are a group of puppet characters created by Jim Henson starting in 1954–55. Although the term is often used to refer to any puppet that resembles the distinctive style of The Muppet Show, the term is both an informal name and legal trademark owned by the Walt Disney Company in reference to the original characters created by Henson. Henson has said the word "Muppet" predated the show Sam and Friends. He would sometimes tell people the term had been created by combining the words "marionette" and "puppet", but he also said that it was really just a made-up word. After earlier unsuccessful attempts, the Walt Disney Company bought the Muppets in 2004. Exceptions include characters appearing on Sesame Street (as they were previously sold to Sesame Workshop, although they have always had creative rights, only reimbursing the Jim Henson Company to create and provide their Muppet characters for their use) and the Fraggles of Fraggle Rock (which are still owned by the Jim Henson Company). The legal trademark on the term "Muppet" is currently held by The Muppets Studio, a wholly owned division of the Walt Disney Company, although Sesame Workshop and the Jim Henson Company continue to occasionally use the term on their characters with certain permissions from Disney. The Muppets' latest television special, A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa, premiered on NBC on December 17, 2008. It was released on DVD on September 29, 2009. A Halloween TV special featuring the Muppets was expected to air on ABC in October 2010, but was shelved due to the 2011 film. The latest film, The Muppets, written by Jason Segel and Nicholas Stoller and directed by James Bobin, was released by Walt Disney Pictures on November 23, 2011, to much critical acclaim and commercial success.
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The Muppets: Which Projects We Need Them to Do Next
Following the cancelation of Muppets Mayhem on Disney+, it may be time to find The Muppets a new movie or show, and here are some possible ideas.
The Best Muppets Christmas Specials, Ranked
The Muppets have celebrated Christmas with holiday specials for decades. Here are the best ones, ranked.
The 10 Greatest Human Performances in Muppets Movies
Since The Muppet Movie in 1979, several major movie stars have brilliantly starred alongside Jim Henson's foam-made creations.
The Muppets Mayhem Delivers The Disney Franchise’s Best Rotten Tomatoes Score of the Decade
The Muppets Mayhem brings one of the highest rated Muppet projects of the last decade to Disney+
The Muppets Mayhem Trailer Teases The Electric Mayhem Band's Comeback on Disney+
The Muppets Mayhem boasts a stellar cast of A-listers alongside The Electric Mayhem Band.
Disney Releases Brand New Images From The Muppets Mayhem
Disney released a fresh look into the upcoming Disney+ series The Muppets Mayhem, featuring The Electric Mayhem and their co-stars.
Why We Need a Muppets and Knives Out Crossover
Let’s not scratch the Muppets and Knives Out movie yet. There are good reasons why this crossover would work like a charm.
The Muppet Christmas Carol: Why It’s Still a Great Holiday Movie After 30 Years
The Muppet Christmas Carol is a brilliant adaptation of the classic story. Here's what makes it so great, 30 years later.
Muppets Movies in Order Chronologically and by Release Date
It's time to play the music, to light the lights, and determine if you want to watch the Muppet movies in chronological order or by order of release.
The Muppets and Sesame Street Pay Tribute to Loretta Lynn
Loretta Lynn memorably appeared on The Muppet Show and Sesame Street.
The Story of Jim Henson's Sam and Friends Coming in New Book
Jim Henson's first steps into television will be told in a brand new book coming this September!
Muppets Mayhem First Look Sees the Electric Mayhem on the Beach
Muppets Mayhem will see The Electric Mayhem taking center stage for the first time in a new Disney+ series.
New Disney+ Series The Muppets Mayhem Announces Cast
The series adds Saara Chaudry and Anders Holm to the roster.
The Muppet Movie Soundtrack Gets Colorful Remaster on Vinyl
The timeless songs from the classic first Muppet Movie get a fun new re-release for music collectors!
Nicolas Cage Would Love to Star in a Remake of The Rock with The Muppets
Nicolas Cage has endorsed the idea of a Muppet remake of The Rockstarring himself as the only non-Muppet character.
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The Muppets: How the Original Movie is Still One of the Most Charming of All Time
Here's why the original goofy puppet adventure still effortlessly brings joy, even over four decades later.
Disney Announces New Muppets Series Based on Electric Mayhem
The funky rock band will star in their own show on Disney+.
Jim Henson's Legacy Honored by Family for 85th Birthday Celebration
The Jim Henson Company hosted a live Twitter Party as the late Muppet creator's family paid tribute in new videos posted to the page.
Muppets Haunted Mansion Trailer Brings the Party to Disney+ This Halloween
Ahead of its premiere on Disney+ in October, the trailer for Muppets Haunted Mansion has just been released.
Muppets Haunted Mansion Poster Invites Kermit & Friends to the Ultimate Halloween Party
The Muppets are back in a brand new movie just in time for Halloween, only on Disney+.