Muppet YouTube

The Popularity of the Muppets

It seemed almost inevitable that characters with such unique features and discernable personalities would eventually become legendary figures in the annals of children's television. Jim Henson, the creator of the Muppets, molded these expressive puppet characters into veritable works of art.

Their bulging eyes, wide mouths and flexible limbs made the Muppets exceptionally appealing to youngsters. It wasn't only children who took to these enigmatic characters, though; even Hollywood wanted a piece of them, and it wasn't long before the Muppets were presenting at the Academy Awards, making guest appearances in feature films (like An American Werewolf in London and Rocky III) and sitcoms (including The Cosby Show and The West Wing, among others) and being interviewed by renowned television news magazines, such as 60 Minutes.

Famous Muppets

Ask anyone who their favorite Muppet is and the answer is likely to be one of two: Kermit the Frog or Miss Piggy. These two fan favorites need no introduction – their love story is fabled and flawed, and their unique looks and endearing personalities instantly commanded adoration. These two, in particular, have long been singled out and thrown into the spotlight on many occasions. Kermit the Frog has guest hosted many programs, including The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live and even Larry King Live, while Miss Piggy has been interviewed by the likes of Rosie O'Donnell and Michael Parkinson (of England's Parkinson chat show).

Of course, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy aren't the only Muppets in existence. Other famous members of the group include:

• Beaker
• Gonzo
• Fozzie Bear
• Swedish Chef
• Animal
• Scooter
• Rowlf the Dog
• Sergeant Floyd Pepper
• Statler and Waldorf

In addition to their long reign on The Muppet Show, the Muppets also held court on Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, The Jim Henson Hour and Muppets Tonight.

Muppet YouTube Videos

Though their presence isn't as ubiquitous as it once was, the Muppets are still easy to find. DVDs and soundtracks are available, and Muppet YouTube videos abound on the Internet. The following is a list of selections available on the popular video site.

Character Collections

Have a favorite Muppet character? Then you're in luck. Simply typing the character's name into YouTube's search box will reveal a selection of video collections devoted exclusively to the specific character. Don't miss Kermit and Miss Piggy getting married, the Swedish Chef cooking up a storm in the kitchen and some of Statler and Waldorf's most classic moments.

The Muppet Show Live

True fans of The Muppet Show are in for a treat. This 13-video collection features the Muppets live on stage. The characters sing, dance and do what they do best! These clips feature such classic songs as "It's Not Easy Being Green" and "San Francisco Bay Blues".

The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson

This special aired after Jim Henson's sudden passing in 1990. The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson is a tribute that finds the Muppets tracing the good times they had throughout the years and remembering who Henson was to them. It is separated into three parts on YouTube.

Puppet Up!

Produced by The Jim Henson Company, this unique improvisational show features the Muppets as they've never been seen before. The show features a series of unplanned sketches, and it's promoted as a "for adults only" production that's uncensored.

John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together

This memorable Christmas special first aired in 1979. It featured the Muppets and the late singer John Denver. The special featured a variety of classic holiday-themed songs, each performed by Denver and the Muppets. Among them were "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and "When the River Meets the Sea".

A Muppet Family Christmas

Celebrate the holidays with the Muppets in this classic TV movie! It originally aired in 1987 and features several musical numbers.