The Muppets Turn 70!

Can you believe that The Muppets have been around for 70 years?! That's right, yesterday marked the 70th Anniversary of Kermit the Frog's TV debut. The Muppets have been making us laugh for a long time, and hopefully, they'll continue for years to come.

If you would like to celebrate this momentous occasion, Kermit recommends watching 70 hours of The Muppets on DisneyPlus. That would include: every episode of The Muppet Show, the Muppet movies (don't forget Muppet Haunted Mansion), six episodes of Muppets Now, and all ten episodes of The Muppets Mayhem. How many hours of The Muppets will you watch?

It Feels Like Christmas

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I love nearly every version of Dicken's A Christmas Carol. There's something delightful about discovering which twist each film will include. In the Muppet Christmas Carol, each of the ghosts is, quite appropriately, a Muppet. The Muppet version of the Ghost of Christmas Present is my absolute favorite of any film. He's just so jolly! Here, he's singing to Scrooge about what makes it feel like Christmas. 

The Muppet Christmas Carol is available on DisneyPlus.

Jim Henson Idea Man

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The trailer for Jim Henson Idea Man has arrived and it looks amazing. Most of us grew up watching a Jim Henson production: from Sesame Street and The Muppets, to Labyrinth or Dark Crystal, there was something for everyone. I can't wait to watch this DisneyPlus special that goes behind the scenes of Jim's creative life.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

"Jim Henson Idea Man" takes us into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond. Featuring unprecedented access to Jim's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

Jim Henson Idea Man arrives on DisneyPlus on May 31st.

A Dramatic Reading, Muppet Style

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I don't know how I missed this when it was new, but this dramatic reading is absolutely hilarious! Why do you suppose that Bunsen and Beaker got so emotional over the lyrics to "A Pirate's Life For Me"?

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I loved seeing Miss Piggy and Kermit in the Holidays in Hollywood show during Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios.

Muppet Christmas Carol Funko POPs

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I know it's too early to be thinking about Christmas, but have you seen these adorable Funko POPVinyl from the Muppets Christmas Carol? The Muppet version is one of my favorite movies of Dickens' classic tale, so I have to add these to my collection. Above is Gonzo as Charles Dickens with Rizzo the Rat. A flocked version of the pair is available for pre-order from Amazon for $15.00.

Next up is Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit and Robin as Tiny Tim.

Miss Piggy makes an appearance as Emily Cratchit,

while Fozzie Bear is the lovable owner of a rubber chicken factory, Mr Fozziwig.

Statler and Waldorf are ready to heckle as the ghostly Marley Brothers.

And finally, Michael Caine's redeemed Ebeneezer Scrooge, wearing the scarf Beaker gave him.

All of the figures, except the Marley Brothers, sell for $11.99. The Marley Brothers are $19.99. The Muppet Christmas Carol Funko POPs will be released sometime in October, but are available for pre-order from several different retailers now.

The Muppets' Bohemian Rhapsody

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The Muppets version of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" always makes me happy. It's so utterly ridiculous!

"Rock On" - The Muppets Mayhem

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This lyric music video for Dr Teeth and the Electric Mayhem's new song is so very Muppet retro. I love it! It sounds like they're well on their way to recording their first album, which is the basis for the latest Muppet series, The Muppets Mayhem. It should be a blast.

The Muppets Mayhem arrives on DisneyPlus this Wednesday, May 10th.

The Muppets Mayhem

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The Electric Mayhem are back and they're ready to rock! The Muppets Mayhem looks so funny.

The Muppets Mayhem arrives on DisneyPlus on May 10.

The Electric Mayhem Are Heading To DisneyPlus

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A new Muppet series is coming to DisneyPlus. The Muppets Mayhem follows The Electric Mayhem Band as they work to record their first-ever album. Can you believe it has taken them 45 years to record an album? 

Then again, with as wild as Dr. Teeth, Janice, Floyd Pepper, Animal, Zoot, and Lips can get, maybe it makes sense. Joining this crazy band will be Nora (Lilly Sing), a junior music executive, her social media influencer sister Hannah (Saara Chaudry), and super-fan Gary "Moog" Moogland (Tahj Mowry). It should be a blast!

The Muppets Mayhem arrives on DisneyPlus on May 10.

The Rainbow Connection - DCappella

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"The Rainbow Connection" is still one of my favorite Muppet songs.

This version by DCappella features Kermit the Frog.

"Life Hereafter" - Muppets Haunted Mansion

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The songs from last year's Muppets Haunted Mansion are so dark, yet Muppety. I especially love the moment in this song where the ride stops and you get the "please remain seated in your Doom Buggy" spiel. 

Muppets Haunted Mansion is available on DisneyPlus.

"Rest in Peace" - Muppets Haunted Mansion

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I watched Muppets Haunted Mansion again the other day, and I still find it hilarious. It's such a silly/spooky Halloween movie with delightfully ridiculous songs.

Muppets Haunted Mansion is on DisneyPlus. 

Muppets Stars and Stripes Forever

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This absolutely ridiculous Muppet version of John Philip Sousa's "Stars and Stripes Forever" still makes me laugh. 

Muppet LEGO Minifigures Are Coming!

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"It's time to play the music! It's time to light the lights! It's time to meet the Muppets on The Muppet Show tonight!"

LEGO has released photos of their coolest minifigure collection to date: The Muppets! There are twelve fantastically detailed minifigures to collect in the usual blind packs. 

Kermit the Frog

Miss Piggy

Fozzie Bear

Gonzo the Great

Swedish Chef

Janice

Animal and Rowlf

Doctor Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker

Statler and Waldorf

The LEGO Muppet minifigures will be released on May 1. Which ones are you planning to collect? 

Tie The Knot Tango From Muppets Haunted Mansion

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I absolutely adore the Muppets Haunted Mansion. I must admit I've watched it at least 3 or 4 times since it arrived on DisneyPlus and I'll probably watch it a few more before Halloween. It is so funny and Muppety and has several delightfully spooky new songs. This song is a love song of sorts between serial bride Constance Hatchaway and her latest victim, I mean groom, Pepe the King Prawn.

Muppets Haunted Mansion is available now on DisneyPlus.

"Rest In Peace" from Muppets Haunted Mansion

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Muppets Haunted Mansion really is a Halloween treat. The story is perfectly Muppety and there are a few fantastic new songs. This song, "Rest In Peace", introduces Gonzo and Pepe to several of the ghosts in the graveyard.

Muppets Haunted Mansion is available now on DisneyPlus. 

The Muppets Are "Dancing In the Moonlight"

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The Muppet movies always look like they are so much fun to make. In this video from the Muppets Haunted Mansion, the Muppets and their celebrity guest stars are all "Dancing In the Moonlight."

Muppets Haunted Mansion is now available on DisneyPlus. 

This Muppets Haunted Mansion Featurette Is Hilarious

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Gonzo and Pepe are here to offer a behind the scenes glimpse at the Muppets' first ever Halloween special: Muppets Haunted Mansion. 

Muppets Haunted Mansion arrives on DisneyPlus today, October 8th. I can't wait!

The Muppets Invade The Haunted Mansion

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A full trailer for Muppets Haunted Mansion has arrived and it looks hilarious. I can't wait to see the Muppets first Halloween special.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney and Jim Henson Company:

“Muppets Haunted Mansion” takes place on Halloween night, when Gonzo is challenged to spend one very daring night in the most grim grinning place on Earth … the Haunted Mansion. This marks the Muppets’ first-ever Halloween special and features three new original songs, “Rest In Peace,” “Life Hereafter” and “Tie The Knot Tango,” a star-studded Muppets cast, celebrity guest stars and special appearances, and frightful fun for the entire family.

Muppets Haunted Mansion arrives on DisneyPlus on October 8.