Jim Henson's Magical World Comes to Life
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.
Directed byDavid A. Goldsmith
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 0h 54m
- Language
- EN
- Released
- January 1, 1984
Featuring
Cast & crew
Julia McKenzie
Narrator (voice)
Jim Henson
Self
Frank Oz
Self
Jane Henson
Self
Gabriel Velez
Self
Caroll Spinney
Self
Pam Arciero
Self
Brian Henson
Self
Michael K. Frith
Self
- Directed by
- David A. Goldsmith
- Written by
- Joan Thirkettle
- Produced by
- Joan Thirkettle
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