The Muppet Movie (1979)

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• Brad W

  
  The Muppet Movie is a film that really touched my funny bone and my heart seeing as I am a huge Muppet fan. The plot shows how they got together and it really worked for me and was fun ride, other than the boring parts with the evil frog legs tycoon. The cast was funny and did good,… More
  The Muppet Movie is a film that really touched my funny bone and my heart seeing as I am a huge Muppet fan. The plot shows how they got together and it really worked for me and was fun ride, other than the boring parts with the evil frog legs tycoon. The cast was funny and did good, escpially the Muppet cast, they are always likeable. The comedy was just as perfect as comedy gets, it was seriously a hilarious ride and I loved it. The movie is for true fans of puppets, and if you are you are sure to love the best of them all, the Muppets.

• Mike S

  
  Waka waka waka! Let the good times roll! Before I die of impatience for the new Muppet movie to arrive to Sweden, I thought I'd go back to the humble beginnings of these wonderfully timeless entertainers. More specifically, 1979. Bubbling with life and great musical numbers,… More
  Waka waka waka! Let the good times roll! Before I die of impatience for the new Muppet movie to arrive to Sweden, I thought I'd go back to the humble beginnings of these wonderfully timeless entertainers. More specifically, 1979. Bubbling with life and great musical numbers, this tells the backstory of how all the muppets came to befriend each other. Featuring cameo performances from some of the biggest stars of the 70's (Steve Martin, Richard Pryor, Mel Brooks and countless others), it has a lot to boast about in the "human half" of the cast. Some of the special effects are actually pretty flabbergasting. Like how they made Kermit ride a bike in full visible view. I'm genuinely at a loss for how they did that, even if I have a fair idea. Either way, it's a good example of the dying art that the muppets have come to represent. You don't need a bunch of computer effects to make great entertainment. All you need is a little imagination and a team of passionate, hard-working people to help you realize your dream. Jim Henson made a stroke of genius when he created this colorful gang of fun-loving characters. And the fact they're still around, more than 30 years later, goes to show how timeless they truly are. So whether you're an old fan or new, I can highly recommend a visit to this first and original muppet movie. Many of its human stars may have faded out of relevance, but it's not really for them that we watch this film in the first place. It's for the green little frog and his wackadoodle friends.

• Phil H

  
  Classic Muppet movie from my childhood. The story and characters are alittle risky actually, for a family film. Some amazing scenes though, a huge Animal breaking through the roof of a building, Kermits stand of with Doc Hopper, the Muppet bus and the final sequence is very touching… More
  Classic Muppet movie from my childhood. The story and characters are alittle risky actually, for a family film. Some amazing scenes though, a huge Animal breaking through the roof of a building, Kermits stand of with Doc Hopper, the Muppet bus and the final sequence is very touching and superbly done. check some awesome cameos and pretty funny dialog make this a retro classic, almost an historic film. Henson is one of the greatest visionaries in film/TV, his work is genius and can reach all people from all races and backgrounds, everyone knows the Muppets and it was a joy and honour to grow up with them :) Thank you Jim, you are missed.

• Chris W

  
  I really think that this should be retitled "Breaking the Fourth Wall Jokes and Self Referentialness to the Nth Degree: The Movie". Seriously. That's actually not a problem at all though. This film within a film tells the story of how the Muppets got their start in… More
  I really think that this should be retitled "Breaking the Fourth Wall Jokes and Self Referentialness to the Nth Degree: The Movie". Seriously. That's actually not a problem at all though. This film within a film tells the story of how the Muppets got their start in Hollywood. The Muppets have always been cool in my book, and I love how humans are just so accepting of them without a second thought. This is just a sweet, funny, and charming movie about following your dreams and not giving up hope. This film would be just fine if it only featured the Muppets, but what really makes it even mroe fun and entertaining is the plethora of amazing cameos and some terrific performances (human and otherwise alike). I also noticed that Charles Durning's character here is pretty much a slightly less dark precursor to the one he played in First Blood, and there's nothing wrong with that. I loved how this was all done, and, though it did cross my mind, I prefered not to obsess about how they pulled some of this off, and decided to be less callous and instead just think of the characters as really being alive and doing the things they do. I hadn't seen this in years, and it isn't quite as brilliant as I once thought, but it is still a consistently witty, hilarious, and entertaining piece of entertainment. The biggest disappointent I have is that this sort of thing isn't really done any more. Here's to hoping the new upcoming film rectifies this.

• Michael E

  
  Everyone grew up with the muppets and this movie is one of those nostalgic films that is exemplified when it comes to the muppets, Fantastic songs, great plot, and great acting, This is by far Jim Hensons Best film

• Bently L

  
  We all love a good origin movie, right? What about an origin movie depicting how the Muppets got to their place? All right, count me in! "The Muppet Movie" is a prequel to the "The Muppet Show" and by George does it deliver tons of fun! Great writing, great music,… More
  We all love a good origin movie, right? What about an origin movie depicting how the Muppets got to their place? All right, count me in! "The Muppet Movie" is a prequel to the "The Muppet Show" and by George does it deliver tons of fun! Great writing, great music, great story, THIS MOVIE IS JUST GREAT!! Fun for all! And now a classic dialogue scene by the ever-hilarious Waldorf and Statler: Statler: "I'm Statler." Waldorf: "I'm Waldorf. We're here to heckle "The Muppet Movie"." Gate Guard: "Gentlemen, that's straight ahead. Private screening room." Statler: "Private screening?" Waldorf: "Yeah, they're afraid to show it in public."

• AJ V

  
  The first and the best Muppet movie ever! If you like the Muppets you can't miss it. I've seen this movie a million times, I love it, it's hilarious. Of course, the jokes are dated now, but if you know your 70s culture, you'll find it fantastic.

• Richard C

  
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• Anthony L

  
  Watch a Muppet film and instantly feel on top of the world! This is a bit of magic from my childhood that I never tire of watching. I love the Muppets!

• danny d

  
  classic in every way

• Jason S

  
  Like all Muppet movies this one is full of guest stars. The story is good and any fan of the muppets should like this origin movie.

• Lafe F

  
  The original Muppet Movie is simply the best of the bunch. It's truly magical. It's an origin movie which shows how each of the Muppets met each other. There are many famous humans making appearances in various comical roles. The songs are great, especially the beautiful… More
  The original Muppet Movie is simply the best of the bunch. It's truly magical. It's an origin movie which shows how each of the Muppets met each other. There are many famous humans making appearances in various comical roles. The songs are great, especially the beautiful "Rainbow Connection" sung by Kermit the Frog in the sweeping opening scene. The ending scene is awesome once they get to Hollywood and make their own "Rainbow Connection". This movie has a lot of heart. Young and old alike can appreciate it for its honest fun. Favorite Scenes: The Rainbow Connection and the Hollywood studio extravaganza.

• Lanning :

  
  My dream job would be as a muppeteer. If I could play the drums like Animal, I'd turn pro. Jim Henson died way too early, but his son has done a good job of carrying on the family tradition. If you don't find muppet movies funny, we will probably never be flixster… More
  My dream job would be as a muppeteer. If I could play the drums like Animal, I'd turn pro. Jim Henson died way too early, but his son has done a good job of carrying on the family tradition. If you don't find muppet movies funny, we will probably never be flixster friends.

• Matthew Y

  
  The quintessential film/introduction to the Muppets, it set the precedent with which all other Muppet films would follow (Celebrity cameos, fourth wall breaking jokes, original songs and just enough emotion to outbalance the zanniness on screen). The scene of Kermit riding his bike… More
  The quintessential film/introduction to the Muppets, it set the precedent with which all other Muppet films would follow (Celebrity cameos, fourth wall breaking jokes, original songs and just enough emotion to outbalance the zanniness on screen). The scene of Kermit riding his bike was a technical marvel in its day. Write your own ending and keep dreaming. Fantastic!

• Dannielle A

  
  I remember seeing this as a kid and loving the music but not getting a single joke. The adults in the room would chuckle at something and I'd ask what was so funny. Seeing it again as an adult, I finally understand the subtle nuances of humor and the puns. My favorite parts were… More
  I remember seeing this as a kid and loving the music but not getting a single joke. The adults in the room would chuckle at something and I'd ask what was so funny. Seeing it again as an adult, I finally understand the subtle nuances of humor and the puns. My favorite parts were always those involving Miss Piggy and they still are!

• Bradley J

  
  A classic and endearing film, both touching and funny, with great musical numbers and a cast of crazy characters. Overall Rating:94

• Christopher H

  
  Easily one of the greatest and most memorable films ever made and, by far, my favorite of all the Muppet films. With the most consistent musical numbers, the cheekiest wit, and plain and simply just an over all good film, The Muppet Movie cannot be matched or duplicated.

• Yinalí R

  
  Wooo!

• Sarah P

  
  Pretty much a classic. It was interesting to remember watching it from when I was a kid to watching it now. There are things that I "get" now that I didn't before. I really like it, but probably not something I could watch all the time.

• Jay R

  
  A classic. This movie runs on nostalgia. The cameos and running gags alone make it worth it. I love The Muppets.

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