Film REVIEW: The Muppet Chrismas Carol (1992) - ★★★★★

Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
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Director: Brian Henson

Writer: Jerry Juhl

based on The Muppet Show by Jim Henson, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Stars: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz.

Genre: Comedy, Family, Drama

Themes: Christmas, Ghost, Muppets

The Muppets put their spin on the tale of an elder, Christmas-hating miser who is visited by spirits who foretell his future and share secrets from his past and present, which helps change his view on life.

It is the fourth theatrical film featuring the Muppets.

The film received generally favorable reviews. The film's reputation has grown in the years since its release, and it is often listed as one of the best Christmas films of all-time.

MIX UP REVIEWS:

Olivia (Age 13) - ★★★★★

Reviewed at The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert

"Oh my gosh The muppets Christmas Carol with a live orchestra is one of the most unreal experiences ever! The bands music is so out of this world it's hard to decide whether to focus on the movie or them!

The movie itself is displayed on a big projector screen with amazing sound and subtitles so inclusive for all.

Just after the interval it has a little message from Kermit and Fozzie which I thought was the perfect touch to an already spectacular event.

It was an emotional rollercoaster, laughing, crying and smiling when people noticed my Miss. Piggy doll! 🤣

The orchestra really just made it 100000x better, they're all so talented it's absolutely amazing. 10/10 definitely recommend! (They also have muppets merch :)"

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Mix Up Theatre Movie Chart Position: #152

Like this? Try these!....

The Dark Crystal (1982) - #12 - ★★★★★
Babe (1995) - #329 - ★★★★
The Muppets (2011) - #416 - ★★★★
Rise of the Guardians (2012) - #623 - ★★★
Labyrinth (1985) - #632 - ★★★
Corpse Bride (2005) - #883 - ★★
A Christmas Carol (2009) - #896 - ★★
The Santa Clause (1994) - #897 - ★★
The Muppet Movie (1979) - n/a
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol (2022) - n/a

There's lots more of Jim Henson magic to be found in the likes of The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth and more Muppets movies. Babe has a similar blend of animals with voiceovers but more CGI than puppetry. For more christmas spooks check out Rise of the Guardians, and other Christmas Carol adaptations. More ghosts in Corpse Bride and a grumpy man in The Santa Clause.