tv special

The World of Jim Henson (1994)

Poster for The World of Jim Henson

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to a five-season run on ABC of The Muppet Show to several theatrically released films, including five Muppet movies, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth.

Cast & Crew

Director
Judy Kinberg
  • Profile picture of Jim Henson
    Self / Kermit the Frog / Rowlf (archive footage) Jim Henson
  • Profile picture of Frank Oz
    Self / Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear Frank Oz
  • Profile picture of Jerry Juhl
    Self Jerry Juhl
  • Profile picture of Jane Henson
    Self Jane Henson
  • Profile picture of Francis Ford Coppola
    Self Francis Ford Coppola
  • Profile picture of Ted Koppel
    Self Ted Koppel
  • Profile picture of Jon Stone
    Self Jon Stone
  • Profile picture of Maurice Sendak
    Self Maurice Sendak

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