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The Muppets

2015·Show
16Episodes in1Season·TV-PG
IMDb7.5Metacritic626.5Rotten Tomatoes64%73%
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Where to watch

Disney+

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The Muppets fingerprint

Funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle4
  • Tension3

Heart

Nostalgic and hopeful

  • Nostalgia9
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Show business, pop culture, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Meta Narrative9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Episode ratings

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About

Just another day in hollywood.

The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets’ personal lives and relationships, both at home and at work, as well as romances, breakups, achievements, disappointments, wants and desires. This is a more adult Muppet show, for “kids” of all ages.
Mockumentary ComedyMuppet RevivalShowbiz SatireAdult HumorContemporaryCharacter-FocusedNostalgicBehind-the-ScenesWitty

Crew

Directed by:
Randall Einhorn, Matt Sohn, Bill Barretta
Written by:
Bob Kushell, Gregg Mettler, Nell Scovell

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Muppets

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Muppets legally?

Disney+

The Muppets is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Muppets worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Muppets rated?

TV-PGStrong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does The Muppets have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 16 episodes of about 23 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Muppets?

Critics63
Audiences71

Not quite. Audiences rate The Muppets higher (71) than critics (63). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Muppets air?

It ran from 2015 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is The Muppets in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Muppets?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Muppets in 62 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Muppets use?

Mythology GagSitcom Arch-NemesisLeaning on the Fourth WallWalk and TalkServile SnarkerWardrobe MalfunctionGratuitous FrenchWe Want Our Jerk Back!Screw the Rules, I'm Famous!Chuck Cunningham SyndromeTake a Third OptionI Meant to Do Thatand 125 more

TV Tropes lists 137 storytelling tropes for The Muppets, including Mythology Gag, Sitcom Arch-Nemesis, Leaning on the Fourth Wall.