The World of Jim Henson

APPROPIATE

1994 / 71min.

Rating7.3

Genres

Documentary

Synopsis

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.

Directors

Actors

Jennifer Connelly

Steve Martin

Robin Williams

John Hurt

Peter Falk

Goldie Hawn

Danny DeVito

Diana Rigg

Austin Pendleton

Rhea Perlman

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