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Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets (1984)

0h 54m | PG-13

⭐ 6.7 / 10

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.

Director: David A. Goldsmith

Studio: Jim Henson Productions

Genre: Documentary, Family

Video: 720p

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Cast

Julia McKenzie

Julia McKenzie

as Narrator

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

as Jim Henson (self)

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

as Frank Oz (self)

Jane Henson

Jane Henson

as Jane Henson (self)

Gabriel Velez

Gabriel Velez

as Gabriel Velez (self)

Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney

as Caroll Spinney (self)