The World of Jim Henson

The World of Jim Henson
1994
★★★★☆ 7.3/10
⏱️ 71 min
📅 Released
🌐 EN
Documentary
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

Jim Henson
Jim Henson
Self / Kermit the Frog / Rowlf (archive footage)
Frank Oz
Frank Oz
Self / Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear
Jerry Juhl
Jerry Juhl
Self
Jane Henson
Jane Henson
Self
Francis Ford Coppola
Francis Ford Coppola
Self
Ted Koppel
Ted Koppel
Self

Crew

Director
Judy Kinberg
Writer
Sara Lukinson
Producer
Judy Kinberg, Jac Venza

Production

KQED

Keywords

tv special