"hitting a big red reset button, which turns out to be just what the franchise needed. Executive-produced by Seth Rogen, this Muppet Show plays like an episode of the classic variety series, which premiered 50 years ago, right down to the theme song, the practical effects, and Statler and Waldorf heckling about its very faithful rebootiness: "If it ain't broke -" "They are broke! That's why they're doing it!" Har har har!"
"The original Muppet Show always featured celebrity guest stars who could joke, sing, and - most crucially - convincingly act opposite Muppets, and the new special immediately announces its intent to continue this tradition via Sabrina Carpenter, who has been in her Goldie Hawn bag for a while now. Surprising no one who saw her SNL debut last fall, Carpenter is a perfect celebrity anchor for this new special, a delightful scene partner"
Muppets endured setbacks including theme-park attraction demolition, studio-lot sale, Broadway failure, Sesame Street rehoming, and Kermit's hoarse voice. The half-hour The Muppet Show special on Disney+ hits a reset button, reviving classic variety-show elements with practical effects, the theme song, and Statler and Waldorf heckling. Executive-produced by Seth Rogen, the special leans into nostalgia and faithful rebooting while acknowledging the franchise risks being overshadowed within Disney. The Muppets' underdog identity remains their strength, and the variety format showcases celebrity guests' ability to play off the puppets. Sabrina Carpenter serves as an effective celebrity anchor and scene partner.
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