They’re irresistible! They’re irrepressible! They’re The Muppets and we’re celebrating the 45th Anniversary of their first full-length movie!

Jim Henson’s Muppets hit the big screen for the first time in this 1979 gag-filled musical extravaganza. It’s an origin story of sorts, with Kermit the Frog setting off from his swampy home in search of fame and fortune in Hollywood. Along the way he teams up with many of his Muppet pals; Fozzie the Bear, Scooter, Gonzo and, of course, Miss Piggy. Unfortunately, his talents also attract the attention of the dastardly restaurant impresario Doctor Hooper, who wants to exploit Kermit’s singing and dancing ability to promote his chain of fried frog legs eateries.

THE MUPPET MOVIE left an indelible mark on cinematic history, receiving two Academy Award nominations—four and a half decades later it continues to delight audiences of all ages, proving that the Muppets’ legacy is truly timeless.

Directed by James Frawley
Live-Action Puppet Feature, United States, 1979.

Rating: G
Recommended for: All Ages

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