The Muppets (TV)
Jack Burns, ‘The Muppet Movie’ and ‘Muppet Show’ Writer, Dies at 86
Jack Burns, one of the original writers for 'The Muppet Show' and a comedy partner to George Carlin, died Monday. He was 86.
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‘The Muppets’ Disney+ Comedy Series Scrapped
Disney+ is changing gears with its planned new scripted take on 'The Muppets.'
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Disney Planning Another ‘Muppets’ Reboot for Its Streaming Service (Exclusive)
The studio's Netflix rival will be populated by series and films based on its classic titles.
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Jim Henson’s Son Explains Why Kermit Actor Was Replaced
Brian Henson said that actor Steve Whitmire made "outrageous demands" and would often "play brinkmanship."
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Disney Says It Fired Kermit the Frog Actor Over “Unacceptable Business Conduct”
"They felt I had been 'disrespectful' in being outspoken on character issues," Steve Whitmire said about being let go after 27 years.
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MIPCOM: Global Networks Mad for ‘The Muppets’
Disney's reboot of the classic puppet variety series sells to 122 territories worldwide.
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‘The Muppets’: TV Review
Kermit and Piggy are on the rocks, and ABC's new comedy is still finding itself.
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Which Fall Shows Are Getting Broadcast Networks’ Extra Love (and Money)
Not all broadcast series get the same push, and those given a helping hand — including 'Scream Queens,' 'The Muppets' and 'Supergirl' — may survive longer.
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