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Muppets from Space (1999)

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Reviews Counted:52

Fresh:32

Rotten:20

Average Rating:6.1/10

Consensus: Charming and light-hearted, this feature captures the early magic of the Muppets.

Runtime: 88 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: One of the better Muppet features in recent years, MUPPETS FROM SPACE begins with Gonzo wondering where he came from and then promptly receiving messages from his alien brethren. Though the rest of... One of the better Muppet features in recent years, MUPPETS FROM SPACE begins with Gonzo wondering where he came from and then promptly receiving messages from his alien brethren. Though the rest of the Muppet clan believe Gonzo insane, especially after he announces his revelation on Mrs. Piggy's talk show, he arouses the interest of an idiotic government official, which leads to his imprisonment. Kermit reluctantly realizes Gonzo is in trouble and brings his fellow Muppets to try and help him escape. This one features a soundtrack made up of mostly 70s funk and introduces a new Muppet - Pepe the prawn, who gets quite a few laughs here. [More]

Starring: Dave Goelz, Muppets, F. Murray Abraham, Ray Liotta

Starring: Dave Goelz, Muppets, F. Murray Abraham, Ray Liotta, David Arquette, Steve Whitmire

Director: Tim Hill

Director: Tim Hill
Screenwriter: Jerry Juhl
Producer: Stephanie Allain
Composer: Jamshied Sharifi

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05/26/06
Jeffrey M. Anderson
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The Muppets are still a pure delight to watch, and this is the best post-Henson movie they've produced.

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12/06/04
Jeffrey Overstreet
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11/07/02
James Rocchi
James Rocchi
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Witty, warm-hearted!

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09/04/02
Chris Hewitt (St. Paul)
Chris Hewitt (St. Paul)
St. Paul Pioneer Press

"Fooll Preece-a Feetoore" says the Swedish Chef!

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This ain't Pigs in Space, but it's pretty good regardless.

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