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Muppet History 101

2004-11-21 · 80 min · Not rated

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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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Directors
Jim Henson
Production companies
The Jim Henson Legacy
Countries
United States of America
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Jim HensonJim Henson
Frank OzFrank Oz
Jerry JuhlJerry Juhl
Jerry NelsonJerry Nelson
Richard HuntRichard Hunt
Jane HensonJane Henson

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