Muppet Classic Theater (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1994, Muppet Classic Theater is a comedy, family and music film directed by David Grossman, running about 68 minutes. “Where 6 Fairy Tales Take A Wacky Twist!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gonzo and Rizzo host a presentation in the Muppet Theater of six fairy tales performed by the Muppets. Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Robin the Frog, Gonzo and Rizzo star in the various stories. The production also marked the first appearance of Andy and Randy Pig and the Elvises, who later appeared on Muppets Tonight. Written by Jim Lewis and Bill Prady, each story also features an original song.
Who’s in it. Muppet Classic Theater stars Dave Goelz as Gonzo / Rizzo the Rat / Randy Pig (voice), Jerry Nelson as Robin the Frog / Montague the Rat / Big Bad Wolf (voice), Steve Whitmire as Kermit the Frog / Rizzo the Rat (voice) and Frank Oz as Miss Piggy / Fozzie Bear (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Muppet Classic Theater has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Muppet Classic Theater page.
If you liked it. Fans of Muppet Classic Theater tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Muppet Classic Theater (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Muppet Classic Theater change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Muppet Classic Theater worth watching?
- Muppet Classic Theater holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Muppet Classic Theater?
- Muppet Classic Theater stars Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire, Frank Oz and Bill Barretta.
- When was Muppet Classic Theater released?
- Muppet Classic Theater was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.