The Muppet Show

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The Muppet Show

2026

33m

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Kids & Family

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It's "The Muppet Show!" Kermit, Miss Piggy and the beloved Muppet gang are back with a brand-new special event. Music, comedy, and a whole lot of chaos are bound to ensue when The Muppets once again take the stage of the original Muppet Theatre with their very special guest, Sabrina Carpenter!

Critics Consensus

It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights -- this spirited return to The Muppet Show's roots is clever, earnest, and feels exactly right.

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Scott Bryan

BBC.com

Mar 11

Must Watch

Who would have thought that one of the best things they could have done is just do The Muppet Show again.

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Matt Juul

Boston Globe

Feb 19

“The Muppet Show” is zany and wholesome, and above all, brings genuine heart along with the humor, rather than succumbing to cynicism like so much of comedy today.

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David Bianculli

NPR

Feb 10

With a new generation of writers and puppeteers, this new iteration of The Muppet Show is just as delightful as the one that premiered 50 years ago.

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James Croot

The Post NZ

Apr 28

While the addition of humans amongst the theatre audience took a little getting used to and this dispelled my long-held notion that Rogen and Fozzie Bear are the same person, this Muppet celebration was an unadulterated triumph.

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Joe Lipsett

Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast

Mar 3

A very fun return to form in the mode of the classic series. Host Sabrina Carpenter is a perfect host and all of her interactions with Miss Piggy are divine

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William Schwartz

Book & Film Globe

Feb 24

You don’t really need to know anything about Sabrina Carpenter to laugh at her singing while kicking small rampaging muppets out of her way.

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Gael R

@GabyAle May 18

The Muppets return to form in a dazzling, chaotic masterpiece that proves Jim Henson’s creations are utterly timeless. This 2026 special is a triumphant blend of nostalgic reverence and razor-sharp modern wit. From the opening explosive musical number, the energy never dips below a fever pitch.The writers brilliantly capture the classic variety show format while injecting fresh, self-aware meta-humor that lands perfectly for both kids and adults. The celebrity cameos are seamlessly integrated, serving as hilarious foils to the felt mayhem rather than distracting gimmicks. Miss Piggy steals every scene with her signature diva energy, while Kermit’s frantic leadership anchors the emotional core of the chaotic narrative.Visually, the production is stunning. The practical puppetry feels vibrant and alive, enhanced by seamless modern stage effects. The soundtrack features instant-classic original songs alongside clever, updated covers that will stick in your head for weeks. is a great show.

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Ram Y

@ToriRH May 16

Muy infantil pa' mí, pero no fue una molesta con todos los shows, que la verdad es que fueron bastante guays. Me la vi sobre todo por Sabrina Carpenter y de hecho su show fue mi favorito, DEVORÓ Y NO DEJÓ MIGAS💅Su show de "Manchild" me encantó. La pelea del bar me dio muchas vibras de esa misma canción :) El último show también fue muy marchoso, fue divertido. Por lo general me gustó sobre todo por los shows que me encantaron, y aunque hubo momentos muy infantiles también hubo muy graciosos y al fin y al cabo, tendrían que ser infantiles.

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Tony G

@TonyGman May 1

They look the same and some ALMOST sound the same, but the heart and mania of the original is not here. Sabrina was an absolute dud. She has zero acting skills. I wanted to like this. Hoped it would bring a classic to a new generation...but it just wasn't above a "meh".

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Justen L.

@RT82631885 May 1

A welcome back for true fans and a great entry for the new fans. Brilliant joke writing, great pacing and a perfect landing. I could’ve watched a whole series of new muppet material. Bring it back!

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Robert G.

@trextomatoe Apr 29

Was crying laughing the entire episode. Brilliantly funny. Pure genious. Beautiful. Incredible. A show for everyone. “Ya gotta be kidding me…” Miss Piggy and co. are taking over the world. 🌎🌍🌏

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Dylan M

@Onlycorrectreviews Apr 16

Sabrina carpenter was born to be a guest for the Muppet show and her energy was so genuine. I was laughing throughout.

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Synopsis

It's "The Muppet Show!" Kermit, Miss Piggy and the beloved Muppet gang are back with a brand-new special event. Music, comedy, and a whole lot of chaos are bound to ensue when The Muppets once again take the stage of the original Muppet Theatre with their very special guest, Sabrina Carpenter!

Director: Alex Timbers
Producer: Michael Steinbach
Screenwriter: Gabe Liedman, Albertina Rizzo, Andrew Williams, Kelly Younger, Nedaa Sweiss
Distributor: ABC
Genre: Comedy, Kids & Family, Music
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 4, 2026
Runtime: 33m