A Muppet Family Christmas
“It's a merry Muppet Christmas with Fozzie and friends!”
Synopsis
Fozzie Bear surprises his mother on Christmas Eve by bringing the entire Muppet gang to her farm to celebrate the holidays. Doc and his dog Sprocket, who had planned a quiet Christmas, end up joining the Muppets in their holiday activities and preparations. The Sesame Street and Fraggle Rock regulars join the festivities, but to Kermit's dismay, the only one missing is Miss Piggy, who has been caught in a snowstorm.
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A Muppet Family Christmas promo
Type: Trailer • Published 2006-09-14
Top Cast
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Jim Henson
Kermit the Frog / Rowlf the Dog / Dr. Teeth / Swedish Chef / Waldorf / Ernie / Self
Frank Oz
Miss Piggy / Fozzy Bear / Animal / Sam the Eagle / Bert / Grover / Cookie Monster
Dave Goelz
Gonzo / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Zoot / Beauregard / Boober Fraggle
Jerry Nelson
Robin the Frog / Camilla the Chicken / Floyd Pepper / Lew Zealand / Pops / The Count / Gobo Fraggle / Herry Monster
Richard Hunt
Scooter / Janice / Statler / Beaker / Gladys the Cow / Two-Headed Monster / Snowman (voice)
Kathryn Mullen
Mokey Fraggle (voice)
Steve Whitmire
Turkey / Rizzo the Rat / Wembley Fraggle / Sprocket the Dog / Lips (voice)
Caroll Spinney
Big Bird / Oscar the Grouch (voice)
Karen Prell
Red Fraggle / Maureen the Mink (voice)
David Rudman
Miss Piggy's Photographer (voice)
Gerard Parkes
Doc
Terry Angus
Additional Muppet Performer (uncredited)
Debra Spinney
Additional Muppet Performer (uncredited)
Fred Stinson
Additional Muppet Performer (uncredited)
Bob Stutt
Additional Muppet Performer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Harris, Eric Till
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerry Juhl, Jim Henson
- Original Score
- Eric Robertson
- Original Title
- A Muppet Family Christmas
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 47m
- Production Studios
- Children's Television Workshop, ABC, The Jim Henson Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Harris, Eric Till
Jerry Juhl, Jim Henson
Eric Robertson
Gordon Stoddard
Jim Henson, Martin G. Baker, Diana Birkenfield
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Harris
Director
Eric Till
Director
Jerry Juhl
Writer
Martin G. Baker
Producer
Diana Birkenfield
Producer
Val Strazovec
Production Design
Gordon Stoddard
Editor
Eric Robertson
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Muppet Family Christmas
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What is A Muppet Family Christmas about?
Fozzie Bear surprises his mother on Christmas Eve by bringing the entire Muppet gang to her farm to celebrate the holidays. Doc and his dog Sprocket, who had planned a quiet Christmas, end up joining the Muppets in their holiday activities and preparations. The Sesame Street and Fraggle Rock regulars join the festivities, but to Kermit's dismay, the only one missing is Miss Piggy, who has been caught in a snowstorm.
Who directed A Muppet Family Christmas?
A Muppet Family Christmas was directed by Peter Harris, Eric Till.
Who stars in A Muppet Family Christmas?
The principal cast of A Muppet Family Christmas includes Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt.
When was A Muppet Family Christmas released and how long is it?
A Muppet Family Christmas was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 47m.
Who composed the musical score for A Muppet Family Christmas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Muppet Family Christmas was composed by Eric Robertson.
Is A Muppet Family Christmas based on a book or true story?
A Muppet Family Christmas is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Jim Henson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Muppet Family Christmas?
A Muppet Family Christmas holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).