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The Muppets (2011)

When a businessman plans to demolish the Muppet Theater to drill for oil, die-hard Muppet fan Walter and his brother Gary set out to help Kermit the Frog reunite his disbanded group of friends in order to raise $10 million. The Muppets features the iconic characters alongside the voice talents of Jim Parsons, with Jason Segel, Amy Adams, and Chris Cooper starring.

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The Muppets
PG
Comedy

Director
Randall Einhorn
Release Date
November 23, 2011
Studio(s)
Disney
Distributor(s)
Disney
Cast
Eric Jacobson , Bill Barretta , Matt Vogel , Peter Linz , Steve Whitmire , Dave Goelz , David Rudman
Writers
Bill Prady , Bob Kushell
Runtime
1h 43m
Franchise(s)
The Muppets
Budget
45million

Summary

Jim Henson's beloved creations return to prime time TV on ABC with a new mockumentary series. The show will explore the Muppets' personal lives and relationships at home and work - including romances, achievements, and desires. Artwork is from 2011's The Muppets.

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