(Left) The Muppets in 2014’s ‘Muppets Most Wanted.’ Photo courtesy of Disney. (Right) Seth Rogen wins the Emmy for Lead Actor in a Comedy Series at the 77TH EMMY® AWARDS, broadcasting live to both coasts from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California, Sunday, Sept. 14, (8:00-11:00 PM, LIVE ET/5:00-8:00 PM, LIVE PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.* Photo: Sonja Flemming/CBS ©2025 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Preview:
- Disney+ has a new ‘The Muppet Show’ special in the works.
- Seth Rogen will produce.
- Sabrina Carpenter is the celebrity guest.
Despite the enduring appeal of Kermit and co., the Muppets’ attempts to bring their particular brand of loveable, felt-covered anarchy back to small screens has not been met with a whole lot of success, as various shows, including last year’s ‘The Muppets Mayhem’, have failed to win big audiences.
“It’s time to raise the curtain on The Muppet Show!”
Air Date: September 5th, 1976
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But the gang is not giving up, aiming to play the music and light the lights for a rebooted take on their classic ‘Muppet Show’ on Disney+, with the aim to launch a brand new series that has Seth Rogen on board as producer and many of the Muppet veteran performers lending their skills.
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What’s the background for ‘The Muppet Show’?
‘The Muppet Show’. Photo: Disney.
‘The Muppet Show’, created by Jim Henson, ran from 1976-81 and aired in over 100 countries and featured notable guest stars including Elton John, Johnny Cash, Diana Ross, Debbie Harry, Gladys Knight, Liza Minnelli, Paul Simon and many others.
The series earned Emmy, Grammy, Peabody, BAFTA and numerous other awards, and can be found lurking on Disney+.
Who else is involved with the new ‘Muppet Show’ special?
Seth Rogen in ‘The Studio,’ premiering March 26, 2025 on Apple TV+.
The special is written by Albertina Rizzo and directed by Alex Timbers, with Rogen among its producers.
Veteran Muppet performers Bill Barretta, Dave Goelz, Eric Jacobson, Peter Linz, David Rudman and Matt Vogel will return to reprise the majority of the iconic Muppet characters in this special, joined by additional performers. Goelz, who has been with The Muppets for more than 50 years, has been part of the cast since the first ‘The Muppet Show’ and originated the characters Gonzo and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, among many others.
This new show will get back to basics, following Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and the gang as they return to the Muppet Theatre to produce a variety show.
And the celebrity this time? Musician Sabrina Carpenter, who is a longtime fan of Kermit and the gang, and would seem to be ticking off a bucket list item with the special.
When will the ‘Muppet Show’ special be on Disney+?
Disney has offered little official details on the release, but it’s expected next year to tie in with the 50th anniversary of the original series.
(L to R) Zoot, Dr. Teeth, Floyd Pepper, Animal, Janice, and Lips in ‘The Muppets Mayhem.’ Photo: Disney/Mitch Haaseth.
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