The Muppet Movie

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Theatrical - Wide 1979-06-22

Cast Jim Henson Frank Oz Charles Durning Milton Berle James Coburn Mel Brooks Dom DeLuise Elliot Gould Bob Hope Madeline Kahn
Directed by James Frawley
Written by Jack Burns Jerry Juhl

Genres: Adventure Comedy Family

Synopsis

Kermit the Frog is persuaded by agent Dom DeLuise to pursue a career in Hollywood. Along the way, Kermit picks up Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and a motley crew of other Muppets with similar aspirations. Meanwhile, Kermit must elude the grasp of a frog-leg restaurant magnate.

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