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Feature film — 1984

Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets (1984)

6.90h 54mDocumentary

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.

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Director: David A. Goldsmith

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Cast & crew

Julia McKenzie as Narrator (voice)

Julia McKenzie

Narrator (voice)

Jim Henson as Self

Jim Henson

Self

Frank Oz as Self

Frank Oz

Self

Jane Henson as Self

Jane Henson

Self

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Gabriel Velez

Self

Caroll Spinney as Self

Caroll Spinney

Self

Pam Arciero as Self

Pam Arciero

Self

Brian Henson as Self

Brian Henson

Self

Michael K. Frith as Self

Michael K. Frith

Self

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