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Jim Henson
A visionary puppeteer’s journey from humble beginnings to cultural icon as he revolutionizes television and film with the Muppets, *Sesame Street*, and groundbreaking fantasy films that redefine storytelling for generations.
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In short · Acted for eight decades — 53 credits.
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Biography
Jim Henson was an influential American puppeteer, filmmaker, and creative producer, best known for creating the Muppets. His work extended beyond the Muppets to include the creation of *Fraggle Rock* (1983–1987), as well as the fantasy films *The Dark Crystal* (1982) and *Labyrinth* (1986), both of which he directed. Henson also developed the Muppets for *Sesame Street* (1969–present), where they became a central part of the show's success. His innovative use of puppetry and storytelling left a lasting impact on television and film.
Filmography · 42 of 42
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Jim Henson Idea Man(2024)
Creator of The Muppets
FilmWicked Temptress of Devlin(2020)
Sandana
TV
A Sesame Street Christmas Carol(2006)
Ernie
FilmEmmet Otters Jug Band Christmas(2000)
Kermit the Frog / Harrison Fox / Harvey / Snake (voice)
Film
Sesame Street: Elmo Says BOO!(1997)
Ernie
Filmsesame-street-the-best-of-elmo-1994(1994)
Ernie
Film
Hey, You're as Funny as Fozzie Bear(1988)
Kermit the Frog
Film
A Muppet Family Christmas(1987)
Kermit the Frog
Film
The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years(1986)
Kermit the Frog
Film
The Christmas Toy(1986)
Kermit the Frog (voice)
Film
Muppet Video: The Kermit and Piggy Story(1985)
Kermit the Frog
Film
Follow That Bird(1985)
Ernie
Film
The Muppets Take Manhattan(1984)
Dr. Teeth
Film
Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art(1983)
Ernie
Film
Big Bird in China(1983)
Ernie
Film
The Dark Crystal(1982)
Jen, a Gelfling (performer), High Priest, Ritual Master (performer)
Film
The Great Muppet Caper(1981)
Kermit the Frog / Rowlf the Dog / Dr. Teeth / Waldorf / Swedish Chef / The Muppet Newsman / Zeke / Man in Dubonnet Club
Film
An American Werewolf in London(1981)
Kermit the Frog
Film
The Muppet Movie(1979)
Kermit the Frog / Rowlf / Dr. Teeth / Waldorf / Doc Hopper's Men / Link Hogthrob / Swedish Chef (voice)
Film
Christmas Eve on Sesame Street(1978)
Kermit the Frog
Film
Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas(1977)
Kermit the Frog / Harrison Fox / Harvey / Snake (voice)
Film
The Muppet Show(1976)
Rowlf
TV
Tales from Muppetland: The Muppet Musicians of Bremen(1972)
Kermit the Frog
Film
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince(1971)
Kermit
Film
The Great Santa Claus Switch(1970)
Fred
Film
Sesame Street(1969)
Ernie
TV
Hey Cinderella!(1969)
Kermit the Frog
FilmOur Place(1967)
Rowlf
TV
Time Piece(1965)
Man
Film
Sam and Friends(1955)
Omar
TV
Producer
1 creditAwards & Nominations
1 nominationAcademy Awards
- Nom1965Oscar — Short Film (live Action)
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- Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame StreetSelf (archive footage) · 2021
- In Their Own Words: Jim HensonSelf (archive footage) · 2015
- I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney StorySelf · 2014
- Arias with a TwistSelf · 2010
- Reflections of 'the Dark Crystal'Self · 2007
- The Muppets Celebrate Jim HensonSelf · 1990
- Inside the LabyrinthSelf · 1986
- Henson's PlaceSelf - Performer · 1984
- The World of 'The Dark Crystal'Self - Producer · 1983
- Classic Creatures: Return of the JediSelf · 1983
- Marionnettes de tous les pays: Festival international de Charleville-MézièresSelf · 1972
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