Brian Henson

Derek DelGaudio's In & of Itself

Frank Oz

Derek DelGaudio, Hal Schulman

Storyteller and Conceptual Magician Derek DelGaudio attempts to understand the illusory nature of identity and answer the deceptively simple question 'Who am I?'

In Their Own Words: Jim Henson

Jim Henson, Frank Oz

The film follows Henson’s career from his first work with his Muppets in the early 1950’s during television’s Golden Age up to his sudden and shocking death in 1990, as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific and influential artists of his time. Key events include his early television work with the Muppets while still a student at the University of Maryland, his commercial work and network appearances in the late 1950s and early 1960’s, his breakthrough with Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and his groundbreaking fantasy films, Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. Among those interviewed for the Jim Henson episode are his children, Lisa, Cheryl, Brian and Heather Henson, actors Neil Patrick Harris and Candice Bergen, Willard Scott, director John Landis, former Disney CEO Michael Eisner, and Sesame Street cast members Bob McGrath and Carroll Spinney.

Best Ever Muppet Moments

John Piper

Phillip Schofield, Mark Hamill

A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary.

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street

Marilyn Agrelo

Joan Ganz Cooney, Jim Henson

Take a stroll down Sesame Street and witness the birth of the most influential children's show in television history. From the iconic furry characters to the classic songs you know by heart, learn how a gang of visionary creators changed the world.

I Love Muppets

Gerard Barry

Dave Goelz, Bill Barretta

Gonzo the Great talks about the Muppets creator Jim Henson and what he did before the television show was made in 1976.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

Brian Henson

Michael Caine, Dave Goelz

A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

Reflections of 'The Dark Crystal'

Michael Gillis

Brian Froud, Brian Henson

A retrospective look at Jim Henson and Frank Oz's 1982 fantasy film 'The Dark Crystal'.

The Christmas Toy

Eric Till

Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire

It's Christmas Eve and the playroom is alive with excitement for the new toys that will arrive the next day. Balthazar, the old and wise bear, explains to the other toys that they must welcome the newcomers even though each of them may be replaced as one of the children's new favorite toys.

The Muppet Movie

James Frawley

Jim Henson, Frank Oz

A Hollywood agent persuades Kermit the Frog to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there he meets his future muppet crew while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant!

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets

David A. Goldsmith

Jim Henson, Frank Oz

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.

Muppet Classic Theater

David Grossman

Julianne Buescher, Steve Whitmire

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.

Inside the Labyrinth

Desmond Saunders

Jim Henson, David Bowie

A behind-the-scenes look at Jim Henson's 1986 fantasy film, 'Labyrinth', featuring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly.

Labyrinth

Jim Henson

David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly

When teen Sarah is forced to babysit Toby, her baby stepbrother, she summons Jareth the Goblin King to take him away. When he is actually kidnapped, Sarah is given just thirteen hours to solve a labyrinth and rescue him.

Living with Dinosaurs

Paul Weiland

Michael Maloney, Juliet Stevenson

A socially awkward young English boy deals with his fears about his unemployed artist father, his pregnant mother, and his asthma, with the help of his favorite doll, a stuffed dinosaur named Dog.

A Night at the Movies: Merry Christmas!

Laurent Bouzereau

Joe Dante, Chevy Chase

A Night at the Movies: Merry Christmas! is a tinsel-filled journey through the most iconic holiday films of all time, including perennial favorites It's A Wonderful Life (1946) and Miracle on 34th Street (1947). The special looks at variations within the genre, such as holiday romances, family movies, and even thrillers. A Night at the Movies: Merry Christmas! features behind the scenes stories and personal Hollywood Christmas memories from the likes of Chevy Chase, Margaret O'Brien, Chazz Palminteri, Deborah Raffin, Karolyn Grimes, Zack Ward, Brian Henson, Joe Dante, Trine Mitchum, authors Julie Salamon and Alonso Duralde, A Christmas Carol expert Michael Patrick Hearn, and many more.

The World of Jim Henson

Judy Kinberg

Jim Henson, Frank Oz

Episode of Great Performances about Jim Henson