The Muppets

The Muppets, facing obscurity and their dilapidated theater's impending demolition, reunite for a cross-country road trip. Their mission is to stage a grand telethon to raise the $10 million needed to save their beloved theater. Along the way, they encounter new friends and old foes, including the villainous Tex Richman, who plans to drill for oil beneath the theater.

The Muppets was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its humor, heart, and faithfulness to the spirit of the original Muppet characters. Critics and audiences alike lauded its blend of classic Muppet charm with a fresh, modern sensibility, resulting in a feel-good family film that appealed to multiple generations.

• A charming and hilarious revival that recaptures the magic of the original Muppet Show.
• Successfully balances nostalgic appeal with fresh, contemporary humor.
• Features a heartwarming story and a wealth of celebrity cameos.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed 'The Muppets,' praising its laugh-out-loud humor, engaging storyline, and ability to evoke nostalgia while still feeling new and exciting. Many viewers appreciated the return of beloved characters and the heartwarming message of friendship and perseverance.

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Man or Muppet." Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song.

During the filming of the movie, the original Muppet Theater set was built on an actual functioning soundstage at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, and was later used for other productions.