Jim Henson Idea Man

May 18, 2024

1h 48m

★ 7.7

Never stop creating.

Overview

Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Imagine Documentaries

Diamond Docs

Jim Henson Idea Man Trailers

Cast

Self (archive footage)

Jim Henson

Self

Frank Oz

Self

Dave Goelz

Self

Fran Brill

Self

Rita Moreno

Self

Jennifer Connelly

Self

Brian Henson

Self

Lisa Henson

Self

Alex Rockwell

Self

Heather Henson

Self

Cheryl Henson

Self

Bonnie Erickson

A documentary which explores the making of Jim Henson and Frank Oz's 1982 fantasy film 'The Dark Crystal', which originally aired on PBS in the United States on January 9, 1983. This one-hour documentary details the technological innovations in the field of animatronics, art design, film making, and Henson's own brand of magic. Requiring 5 years of production, including over two years of pre-production, The Dark Crystal was inspired by the imagination of artist Brian Froud and conceived by scores of talented designers, builders, technicians, and performers. The World of the Dark Crystal shows how Jim Henson's Creature Shop in London and the Muppet Workshop in New York brought Brian Froud's art and Jim Henson's vision to life.

8.0

The Muppets on Puppets

Jan 5, 1970

Jim Henson and Rowlf the Dog explain the art and history of puppetry, and let the viewer in on some of the secrets in performing his own act, the Muppets.

10.0

Jim Henson's Memorial Service

May 21, 1990

Following Jim Henson's passing on May 16th 1990, two public memorial services were held. The first (featured here) was held in New York at Cathedral of St. John the Divine on May 21, 1990. The second service was held in London at St. Paul's Cathedral on July 2nd 1990.

0.0

Hip Hip Parade!

Nov 21, 1978

Hip Hip Parade! was a primetime special promoting the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, originally broadcast on PBS stations throughout Thanksgiving week 1978. Hosting the special were Kermit the Frog and Fozzie Bear, of The Muppet Show fame.

10.0

An Evening with Jim Henson and Frank Oz

Jul 14, 1989

Film produced by the Puppeteers of America documenting a visit from Jim Henson and Frank Oz to MIT in 1989. It features an introduction as well as closing comments by Frank Oz both from 1993.

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0.0

Happy Birthday Brucie!

Feb 24, 2008

On the occasion of his 80th Birthday, a celebration of Britain's longest-serving all-round television entertainer Bruce Forsyth.

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0.0

I'm Socked!

Apr 23, 2024

No overview available.

6.0

Sesame Street: Elmo's World: All about Faces

Jun 1, 2010

Join Sesame Street’s curious red monster as he explores his face! Elmo learns about winking and whistling, and even tries to balance a ball on his nose! Elmo also finds out that the optometrist can help you take care of your eyes, it’s very important to blow your nose properly, and brushing your teeth will keep your mouth happy. Bonus features include the “Elmo’s Make-a-Face” game, where you can mix and match eyes and noses to create your own special character! Includes special guest appearance by Fred Newman.

7.2

The Muppet Movie

Jun 22, 1979

The Muppets gather to watch their newly-finished big-budget rich-and-famous feature film: a talent agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there, he meets a bear, a pig, a whatever (his future muppet crew), and some special celebrity guest stars, while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant!

6.1

Muppets from Space

Jul 14, 1999

When Gonzo's breakfast cereal tells him that he's the descendant of aliens from another planet, his attempts at extraterrestrial communication get him kidnapped by a secret government agency, prompting the Muppets to spring into action. It's hard to believe Gonzo's story at first, but Kermit and friends soon find themselves on an epic journey into outer space filled with plenty of intergalactic misadventures.

6.6

The Muppets Take Manhattan

Jun 27, 1984

When the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn't easy to find a producer who's willing to back a show starring a frog and a pig. Of course, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy won't take no for an answer, launching a search for someone to take them to Broadway.

7.0

A Muppet Family Christmas

Dec 16, 1987

Fozzie Bear surprises his mother on Christmas Eve by bringing the entire Muppet gang to her farm to celebrate the holidays. Doc and his dog Sprocket, who had planned a quiet Christmas, end up joining the Muppets in their holiday activities and preparations. The Sesame Street and Fraggle Rock regulars join the festivities, but to Kermit's dismay, the only one missing is Miss Piggy, who has been caught in a snowstorm.

6.3

I Love Muppets

Mar 31, 2002

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

0.0

Sesame Street: Learning About Letters

May 12, 1986

With the help of his Sesame Street friends, Big Bird leads Snuffy on a fun-filled trip through the alphabet. Cookie Monster sings the praises of "C" (for "cookie," of course), while Oscar loves "I" and "icky ice cream cones." Special guest Lena Horne joins in on all the musical fun as well. Whether you have a favorite letter, or love'em from A to Z, you'll find them all here in delightful alphabetical disorder.

10.0

The Muppets: Classical Chicken

Jul 16, 2008

No overview available.

6.9

Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas

Dec 4, 1977

A poor otter family risks everything for the chance to win the cash prize of a talent contest for Christmas.

0.0

Sesame Street: Abby in Wonderland

Sep 6, 2008

Follow Abby and Elmo down the rabbit hole in this enchanting re-imagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Elmo the Rabbit is late, late, late and has rushed away with Abby's wand in his back pocket. Abby must follow Elmo into Wonderland to get it back. Will the Counterpillar or Rose-ita the Rose help her? Can she turn to Grover the Mad Hatter or Cheshire Cookie Cat for sound advice? Join Abby, Elmo, and more Sesame Street friends in this whimsical adventure that's fun for the whole family!

0.0

Gonzo Presents Muppet Weird Stuff

Jul 9, 1985

Gonzo hosts this collection of some of the weirdest moments from The Muppet Show at his trailer home, assisted by Camilia and visited by Kermit The Frog.