The Muppet Show
“It's time to raise the curtain on The Muppet Show!”
Series Overview
Go behind the curtains as Kermit the Frog and his muppet friends struggle to put on a weekly variety show.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
5 Seasons • 120 Episodes
26 min per episode
1976 – 1981
Premiered: Sun, Sep 5, 1976
Jim HensonLatest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 24: “Shirley Bassey”
Kermit borrows fifty million dollars worth of gold for Shirley's closing number, "Goldfinger". Security guard Bruno is suspicious that Kermit wants to steal the gold, but keeping an eye on the frog makes him overlook a band of pig thieves, who steal all the gold as Shirley sings.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Original Theme Song | The Muppet Show | Disney+Official
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2021-01-19
Cast & Creators
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Kermit the Frog, Waldorf, Rowlf the Dog, Link Hogthrob, The Swedish Chef, Dr. Teeth, The Newsman (voice)
Frank Oz
Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear / Animal / Sam Eagle / Marvin Suggs / George the Janitor (voice)
Jerry Nelson
Floyd Pepper, Dr. Julius Strangepork, Pops, Robin the Frog, Lew Zealand, Louis Kazagger, Chicken, Crazy Harry (voice)
Dave Goelz
Gonzo / Zoot / Beauregard / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (voice)
Richard Hunt
Statler, Scooter / Janice / Beaker / Wayne / Sweetums (voice)
Eren Ozker
Hilda / Wanda / Janice (voice)
Louise Gold
Annie Sue Pig / Additional Muppets (voice)
Karen Prell
Additional Muppets (voice)
Brian Muehl
Additional Muppets (voice)
Kathryn Mullen
Additional Muppets (voice)
Steve Whitmire
Additional Muppets (voice)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Henson
Jim Henson, David Lazer, Jack Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Henson
Producer
Jack Burns
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Muppet Show.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Muppet Show
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is The Muppet Show about?
Go behind the curtains as Kermit the Frog and his muppet friends struggle to put on a weekly variety show.
How many seasons does The Muppet Show have?
The Muppet Show comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Muppet Show?
Key cast members in The Muppet Show include Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz, Richard Hunt.
Who created or directed The Muppet Show?
The Muppet Show was developed and directed by Jim Henson.