The Muppet Christmas Carol

Michael Caine, Frank Oz

The Muppet character tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser's redemption on Christmas Eve.

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66% liked it

G, 1 hr. 25 min.

Directed by: Brian Henson

Released: January 1, 1992

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DVD Released: October 8, 2002

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  • May 22, 2009
    Ahhh the best Muppet flick, truely cozy, warming, fun, loving, funny and great songs. The whole idea is such a winner, I love Gonzo and Rizzo telling the story, they really are funny. What better way to spend a cold snowy night in.
  • December 14, 2008
    very promising from the start but drooped off into mediocrity by the middle and stayed there. best part was the first 10 minutes. then just turn the TV off!
  • August 11, 2008
    it's quite good, not really my bag, but a good film for families and big kids
  • December 23, 2007
    Anything ever done by the Muppets will always have a place in my heart. Henson was the greatest when I was growing up, and his work always will be!!
  • December 19, 2007
    I remember watching this as a child every single year. It's like 'White Christmas' for the screen.

    It doesn't matter whether or not you like Charles Dickens. But, naturally, if you despise the Muppets you'll die.

    This movie has a message, and the characters have a soul, despite... ...( read more )
  • June 4, 2009
    I saw this one in the theater and I still enjoy watching it every christmas. I only don't like one of the songs that much (the love song).

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January 1, 2000
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Like all the Muppet movies, this one is a musical, with original songs by Paul Williams (my favorite is the early chain-rattling duet by the Marley brothers). It could have done with a few more songs ... full review

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