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Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

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Documentary   Family
📜 Overview: Trace the life and career of visionary puppeteer Jim Henson through this fascinating documentary, which profiles the creative genius's early endeavors in college, his incredible contributions to "Sesame Street" and the creation of "The Muppet Show." In addition to interviews with Henson, his wife, Jane, and close collaborator Frank Oz, this in-depth special also offers viewers a peek inside the magical Henson Workshop.
🌏 Languages Available: English
📆 Date Released: 1984-01-01
⌚ Running Time: 54 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 6.7

Beloved Cast

Julia McKenzie original image
Narrator
Julia McKenzie
Jim Henson original image
Jim Henson (self)
Jim Henson
Frank Oz original image
Frank Oz (self)
Frank Oz
Jane Henson original image
Jane Henson (self)
Jane Henson
Gabriel Velez original image
Gabriel Velez (self)
Gabriel Velez
Caroll Spinney original image
Caroll Spinney (self)
Caroll Spinney
Pam Arciero original image
Pam Arciero (self)
Pam Arciero
Brian Henson original image
Brian Henson (self)
Brian Henson
Michael K. Frith original image
Michael Frith (self)
Michael K. Frith

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