Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

54 mins | Documentary, Family | Jan. 1, 1984

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.

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

54 mins | Documentary, Family | Jan. 1, 1984

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets
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.
IMDb rating 7.6
Producers Jim Henson Productions
Original title Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets
Directors David A. Goldsmith
Writers Joan Thirkettle

Cast

Jim Henson

as Jim Henson (self)

Frank Oz

as Frank Oz (self)

Jane Henson

as Jane Henson (self)

Gabriel Velez

as Gabriel Velez (self)

Caroll Spinney

as Caroll Spinney (self)

Pam Arciero

as Pam Arciero (self)

Brian Henson

as Brian Henson (self)