The World of Jim Henson

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to a five-season run on ABC of The Muppet Show to several theatrically released films, including five Muppet movies, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth.

Cast

Jim Henson

Frank Oz

Jerry Juhl

Jane Henson

Francis Ford Coppola

Ted Koppel

Jon Stone

Maurice Sendak

Lew Grade

Harry Belafonte

Brian Henson

Pam Arciero