The Muppets Go to the Movies
Originally released in 1981. The Muppets Go to the Movies is a tv movie/family film. directed by Peter Harris. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dudley Moore, Lily Tomlin, and Jim Henson
Synopsis
In this one-hour special taped between March 9-17, 1981, Lily Tomlin and Dudley Moore join the Muppets in a tribute to film classics. Kermit the Frog hosts the program, which begins with an all-cast rendition of "Hey a Movie!" from The Great Muppet Caper.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
0h 49m
49 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dudley Moore
as Himself
Lily Tomlin
as Herself
Jim Henson
as Kermit / Rowlf / Link Hogthrob / The Swedish Chef / Waldorf
Frank Oz
as Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Animal / Sam Eagle
Jerry Nelson
as Lew Zealand / Pops / Julius Strangepork /Floyd Pepper (voice)
Richard Hunt
as Beaker / Janice / Scooter / Sheriff / Statler (voice)
Dave Goelz
as The Great Gonzo / Joe / Beauregard / Fireman (voice)
Steve Whitmire
as Rizzo the Rat / The Scarlet Pimpernel / Jed (voice)
Kathryn Mullen
as Gaffer / Muppet Performer (voice)
Louise Gold
as Popcorn Girl (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jim Henson Productions
- ABC
- ITC Entertainment
- Marble Arch Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Muppets Go to the Movies about?
In this one-hour special taped between March 9-17, 1981, Lily Tomlin and Dudley Moore join the Muppets in a tribute to film classics. Kermit the Frog hosts the program, which begins with an all-cas...
Who directed The Muppets Go to the Movies?
The Muppets Go to the Movies was directed by Peter Harris.
How long is The Muppets Go to the Movies?
The Muppets Go to the Movies has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).
When was The Muppets Go to the Movies released?
The Muppets Go to the Movies was released on May 20, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Muppets Go to the Movies?
The main cast of The Muppets Go to the Movies includes Dudley Moore, Lily Tomlin, Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson.