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Jim Henson: Behind the Seams

2014•1h 24m
Documentary

Go behind the scenes to witness the magic of the Muppets in this compilation of rare footage of the variety of puppetry created by Jim Henson. Through a combination of documentary clips, interviews, and rare behind the scenes footage, this program offers an insider’s look at the people behind the Muppets and the hard work it takes to make it all look so easy.

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Production

The Jim Henson Legacy

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

Jerry Juhl

Jerry Juhl

Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson

Richard Hunt

Richard Hunt

Jane Henson

Jane Henson

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