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Muppet History 101

Muppet History 101

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Documentary

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The program follows the Muppets from their origins in Sam & Friends on local television through commercials, guest appearances, clips from the pilots for The Muppet Show, rare promos, and much more. This compilation, co-curated by late Muppets head writer Jerry Juhl, has been a centerpiece of “Muppets, Music & Magic” since it's premiere presentation in 2004 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

80 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

21 November 2004

Country

United States of America

Cast

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

Jerry Juhl

Jerry Juhl

Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson

Richard Hunt

Richard Hunt

Jane Henson

Jane Henson

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