Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

1984
54m
6.8

6.8/10

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Overview

Trace the life and career of visionary puppeteer Jim Henson through this fascinating documentary, which profiles the creative genius's early endeavors in college, his incredible contributions to "Sesame Street" and the creation of "The Muppet Show." In addition to interviews with Henson, his wife, Jane, and close collaborator Frank Oz, this in-depth special also offers viewers a peek inside the magical Henson Workshop.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies
Jim Henson Productions
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date January 1, 1984
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0424141

Cast

Julia McKenzie
Julia McKenzie

Narrator

Jim Henson
Jim Henson

Jim Henson (self)

Frank Oz
Frank Oz

Frank Oz (self)

Jane Henson
Jane Henson

Jane Henson (self)

Gabriel Velez
Gabriel Velez

Gabriel Velez (self)

Caroll Spinney
Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney (self)

Pam Arciero
Pam Arciero

Pam Arciero (self)

Brian Henson
Brian Henson

Brian Henson (self)

Michael K. Frith
Michael K. Frith

Michael Frith (self)

Key Crew

Joan Thirkettle
Producer
David A. Goldsmith
Director
Joan Thirkettle
Writer