The Muppets Take Manhattan 1984
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SplatWhen the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn't easy to find a producer who's willing to back a show starring a frog and a pig. Of course, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy won't take no for an answer, launching a search for someone to take them to Broadway.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Kermit the Frog / Rowlf / Dr. Teeth / Waldorf / Swedish Chef / Ernie / Granny / Horse & Carriage Rider / Link Hogthrob / The Newsman (voice)
as Miss Piggy / Fozzie / Animal / Bert / Cookie Monster / Ocean Breeze Soap Board Member / Sam the Eagle (voice)
as Gonzo / Chester - Rat / Bill - Frog / Zoot / Beauregard / Dog / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Penguin (voice)
as Rizzo the Rat / Gill - Frog / Baby Kermit / Chicken / College Student in Audience / Dog / Lew Zealand (voice)
as Scooter / Statler / Janice / Beaker / Dog (voice)
as Camilla / Lew Zealand / Floyd / Bear / Chicken / Crazy Harry / Dog / Dr. Julias Strangepork / Granny / Penguin / Pops / The Count (voice)
as Jenny
as Ronnie
as Pete
as Bernard Crawford
Director:
Writer:
Tom Patchett, Jay Tarses, Frank Oz, Jim Henson
Stars:
Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Richard Hunt, Jerry Nelson, Juliana Donald, Lonny Price, Louis Zorich, Art Carney,
Genres:
Romance,Comedy,Family
Release Date:
1984 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
94 min
MMPA Rating:
G
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Muppets Take Manhattan
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Kermit the Frog / Rowlf / Dr. Teeth / Waldorf / Swedish Chef / Ernie / Granny / Horse & Carriage Rider / Link Hogthrob / The Newsman (voice)
as Miss Piggy / Fozzie / Animal / Bert / Cookie Monster / Ocean Breeze Soap Board Member / Sam the Eagle (voice)
as Gonzo / Chester - Rat / Bill - Frog / Zoot / Beauregard / Dog / Dr. Bunsen Honeydew / Penguin (voice)
as Rizzo the Rat / Gill - Frog / Baby Kermit / Chicken / College Student in Audience / Dog / Lew Zealand (voice)
as Scooter / Statler / Janice / Beaker / Dog (voice)
as Camilla / Lew Zealand / Floyd / Bear / Chicken / Crazy Harry / Dog / Dr. Julias Strangepork / Granny / Penguin / Pops / The Count (voice)
as Jenny
as Ronnie
as Pete
as Bernard Crawford
as Mr. Skeffington
as Martin Price
as Rollerskater
as Kermit's Doctor
as Perfume Saleswoman
as Cop in Pete's
as Self
as Customer in Pete's
as Leonard Winesop's Receptionist
as Self (as The Honorable Edward I. Koch)
as Leonard Winesop
as Self
as Jill the Frog (voice)
as Yolanda the Rat / Frank the Dog / Helpful Woman in Park (voice)
as Tatooey the Rat / Bear / Dog (voice)
as Masterson the Rat / Beth Bear (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer / College Student in Audience / Bear
as College Student
as College Student
as Mr. Price's Secretary
as Woman in Price's Office
as First Cop
as Second Cop
as Screaming Woman
as Costumer in Pete's
as Train Conductor
as Elevator Passenger
as Elevator Passenger
as Elevator Passenger
as Elevator Passenger
as Elevator Passenger
as Man in Winesop's Office
as Man in Winesop's Office
as Construction Worker
as Construction Worker
as Construction Worker
as Mr. Wrightson
as Customer in Pete's
as Customer in Pete's
as Bingo Caller
as Aquacade Announcer
as Woman in Bleachers
as Man in Bleachers
as Maitre D' at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer at Sardi's
as Thief in Central Park
as Cop in Central Park
as Chauffeur
as The Minister
as Woman in Crawford's Office
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer / News Reporter (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Roller Skater
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Customer at Sardi's
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Customer at Sardi's
as Customer in Diner
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Theatre Patron
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
as Extra (uncredited)
as Extra (uncredited)
as Additional Muppet Performer (uncredited)
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