Jim Henson
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Yahoo Picks: From 'Five Nights at Freddy's' to 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,' here are the best Henson Creature Shop creations
The visual effects company is responsible for some of the most famous critters to grace the big and small screen over the past 40 years.
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See the puppet stars of 'Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas' in 3D and celebrate Jim Henson's beloved holiday special
Take a closer look at Ma and Emmet Otter from Jim Henson's beloved Christmas special.
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See some classic Muppet mementos with our virtual tour of Jim Henson's office
Lisa and Brian Henson provide a guided tour of their father's office and its many mementos.
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Meet the puppets of 'Labyrinth' in 3D and the creators behind them
Get to know the puppets of Jim Henson's classic fantasy 'Labyrinth' and the creators behind them.
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Frank Oz says he's not welcome to perform with the Muppets or on 'Sesame Street': 'Disney doesn't want me'
Oz claims that he's been forced into retirement by the current powers that be that control the Muppets and Sesame Street, respectively, in a new interview.
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'Labyrinth' at 35: How Yoda paved the way for a classic character in Jim Henson's 1986 fantasy favorite
In a wide-ranging interview, Yahoo Entertainment spoke with designer Brian Froud about his years-long collaboration with Jim Henson, the key role his son plays in "Labyrinth" and his best David Bowie story.
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New 'Sesame Street' documentary reveals the story behind Roosevelt Franklin, the show's first Black Muppet
"The people on Sesame Street were very much behind Roosevelt Franklin," "Street Gang" director Marilyn Agrelo tells Yahoo Entertainment.
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Scott Derrickson Set To Direct ‘Labyrinth’ Sequel For TriStar Pictures; Maggie Levin To Write Script
EXCLUSIVE: Scott Derrickson, who passed on reprising as director on Dr. Strange 2 over creative differences, has found a new fantasy franchise to take on. He has been set by TriStar Pictures to direct the sequel to Jim Henson’s Labyrinth. Maggie Levin, who wrote and directed Into the Dark, and My Valentine for Hulu, will […]
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Here's the stealth 'Star Wars' tribute to Jim Henson that was cut from 'The Rise of Skywalker'
"Star Wars" creature guru Neal Scanlan reveals how his team created a character inspired by Jim Henson's "Labyrinth" that ended up on the cutting-room floor and other secrets of the concluding chapter of the Skywalker Saga.
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'Sesame Street' at 50: Why Bert and Ernie are central to the show's legacy
Fifty years ago, a generation of children learned how to get to "Sesame Street "when the classic TV series premiered on PBS on November 10, 1969. Five decades later, that street is still a beloved destination for kids, which is why they’re throwing a televised block party with the help of some famous friends.
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Jim Henson's daughter on continuing her father's legacy with 'Dark Crystal' prequel series: 'This was the project that brought me closest to him'
We spoke with Lisa Henson about the challenges involved in making a new "Dark Crystal," and why her father would be happy to know that a new generation of storytellers are putting their own stamp on Thra.
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'The Muppet Movie' turns 40: The surprising stories behind 'Rainbow Connection' and the other classic songs
Watch Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer Paul Williams tell how every song in the film was written — including the one surprising track intended for Frank Sinatra.
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'The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' premiering on Netflix in August:?See the exclusive images
'The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' premiering on Netflix in August
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Paul Williams unearths lost 'Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas' Muppet soundtrack: 'One of my favorite things I've ever done'
It's perhaps the ultimate compliment to this soundtrack's beautiful message that Jim Henson wanted one of its songs, "When the River Meets the Sea," to be played at his funeral.
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'Sesame Street' puppeteer Caroll Spinney, who brought Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch to life, retires after almost 50 years
“Sesame Street” icon Caroll Spinney is leaving the nest.
