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Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets
Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

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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.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

54 mins

Rating

6.7/10

Release Date

01 January 1984

Country

United States of America

Cast

Julia McKenzie

Julia McKenzie

Narrator

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

Jim Henson (self)

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

Frank Oz (self)

Jane Henson

Jane Henson

Jane Henson (self)

Gabriel Velez

Gabriel Velez

Gabriel Velez (self)

Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney (self)

Pam Arciero

Pam Arciero

Pam Arciero (self)

Brian Henson

Brian Henson

Brian Henson (self)

Michael K. Frith

Michael K. Frith

Michael Frith (self)

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