The Great Muppet Caper

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The Great Muppet Caper is a 1981 musical comedy film directed by Jim Henson. It is the second theatrical film featuring The Muppets, following The Muppet Movie (1979). The film was produced by Henson Associates and distributed by Universal Pictures.

Plot

The story follows Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo as they travel to London to investigate the robbery of valuable jewels belonging to fashion designer Lady Holiday. The trio poses as reporters from the Daily Chronicle to uncover the mystery. Along the way, they meet Miss Piggy, who is mistaken for Lady Holiday, and together they work to solve the crime and clear Miss Piggy's name.

Cast

• Jim Henson as Kermit the Frog, Rowlf the Dog, Dr. Teeth, Waldorf, and others
• Frank Oz as Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Animal, Sam the Eagle, and others
• Jerry Nelson as Floyd Pepper, Lew Zealand, Crazy Harry, and others
• Richard Hunt as Scooter, Statler, Janice, and others
• Dave Goelz as Gonzo, Zoot, Beauregard, and others

Production

The Great Muppet Caper was filmed primarily in the United Kingdom. The film features elaborate musical numbers and puppetry, showcasing the talents of the Jim Henson Company's performers and creators. The screenplay was written by Tom Patchett, Jay Tarses, Jerry Juhl, and Jack Rose.

Music

The film's music was composed by Joe Raposo, known for his work on Sesame Street. The soundtrack includes memorable songs such as "Hey, a Movie!", "Happiness Hotel", and "The First Time It Happens".

Reception

The Great Muppet Caper received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its humor, musical numbers, and the performances of the Muppet characters. The film has since become a beloved classic among Muppet fans.

Legacy

The film's success helped to solidify the Muppets' place in popular culture and led to subsequent films, including The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) and The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992). The characters and themes from The Great Muppet Caper continue to be referenced in various Muppet productions and media.

Related Pages

• The Muppet Movie
• The Muppets Take Manhattan
• The Muppet Christmas Carol
• Jim Henson
• Miss Piggy
• Kermit the Frog
• Fozzie Bear
• Gonzo