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51. Fraggle Rock: Rock On! (2020)
TV-G | Short, Family
Gobo, Red, Boober, Mokey, Wembley, and Uncle Traveling Matt, join together again for new stories and classic Fraggle songs that show everyone how we are all connected through friendship.
Stars: John Tartaglia, Dave Goelz, Frankie Cordero, Karen Prell
Votes: 154
52. Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration (2019 TV Special)
TV-Y | 49 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
An hour long special celebrating 50 years of Sesame Street
Director: Jack Jameson | Stars: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Pam Arciero, Jennifer Barnhart, Tau Bennett
Votes: 115
53. I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story (2014)
Not Rated | 86 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
Caroll Spinney has been Sesame Street's Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969; at 78-years-old, he has no intention of stopping.
Directors: Dave LaMattina, Chad N. Walker | Stars: Caroll Spinney, Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Debra Spinney
Votes: 1,703 | Gross: $0.01M
54. The Muppets Valentine Show (1974 TV Special)
30 min | Comedy, Family, Music
The Muppets Valentine show was the first of the two specials for The Muppet Show. Valentine on ABC in 1974.
Director: Jim Henson | Stars: Mia Farrow, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 424
55. The Tale of the Bunny Picnic (1986 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 51 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Bean Bunny is too small to be useful (says his brother) to help prepare for the Bunny Picnic, so he wanders off and sees a legendary persecutor of all rabbits: the farmer's dog. But nobody ... See full summary »
Directors: Jim Henson, David G. Hillier | Stars: Steve Whitmire, Richard Hunt, Camille Bonora, Ron Mueck
Votes: 415
56. Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree (1995 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Musical
A single Christmas tree becomes the source of cheer for the people and animals living around Mr. Willowby's (Robert Downey, Jr.'s) estate. Based on the children's book of the same name.
Director: Jon Stone | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Stockard Channing, Leslie Nielsen, Kevin Clash
Votes: 295
57. Sesamstraat (1976– )
15 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Dutch version of Jim Henson's Sesame Street.
Stars: Bert Plagman, Aart Staartjes, Catherine van Woerden, Sien Diels
Votes: 230
58. Hey Cinderella! (1969 TV Movie)
52 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Cinderella with a difference!
Director: Jim Henson | Stars: Belinda Montgomery, Robin Ward, Joyce Gordon, Pat Galloway
Votes: 282
59. Out to Lunch (1974 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy, Family
The Muppets and the casts of "The Electric Company" and "Sesame Street" take over the ABC Nightly News when the newsroom staff takes a lunch break.
Director: Bill Davis | Stars: Luis Avalos, Jim Boyd, Carol Burnett, Barbara Eden
Votes: 47
60. Animal Show (1994– )
Family
Animal Show brings out the wild side of wildlife - as only The Jim Henson Company can! Your hosts Stinky the Skunk and Jake the Polar Bear welcome guests of the animal kingdom to the ... See full summary »
Stars: Steve Whitmire, Dave Goelz, Bill Barretta, Karen Prell
Votes: 36
61. The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson (1990 TV Movie)
47 min | Documentary, Animation, Action
While The Muppets prepare a tribute to the late Jim Henson, they learn about the life and career of the renowned puppeteer/film maker.
Director: Don Mischer | Stars: Jim Henson, Harry Belafonte, Carol Burnett, Ray Charles
Votes: 306
62. Shalom Sesame (1987– )
30 min | Comedy, Family, History
A English version of "Rechov Sumsum" (1983).
Stars: Sarai Tzuriel, Gilles Ben-David, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 62
63. The Best of Elmo (1994 Video)
30 min | Short
He's curious; he's cuddly; he's everyone's favorite furry friend. Come along with Elmo and friends as they relive some of their favorite moments from Sesame Street. Elmo's antics are sure to make you smile!
Director: Emily Squires | Stars: Kevin Clash, Sonia Manzano, Caroll Spinney, Ruth Buzzi
Votes: 53
64. Sesame Street Stays Up Late! (1993 TV Movie)
G | 56 min | Family
It's New Year's Eve on Sesame Street and around the world! Anchorman Elmo and the Monster News Network provide special reports showing us the New Year's customs and celebrations.
Director: Chuck Vinson | Stars: Alison Bartlett, Linda Bove, Ruth Buzzi, Annette Calud
Votes: 52
65. John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together (1979 TV Special)
50 min | Family, Comedy, Music
In this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known holiday songs.
Director: Tony Charmoli | Stars: John Denver, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 985
66. Play with Me Sesame (2002– )
TV-Y | 20 min | Family
An original series co-created by Sesame Workshop and Nickelodeon for their former joint venture, Noggin. It is hosted by the Sesame Street cast in the style of a child's play date.
Stars: Fran Brill, Eric Jacobson, Lisa Buckley, Steve Whitmire
Votes: 84
67. Sesame Street: All-Star Alphabet (2005 Video)
TV-Y | 48 min | Family
Get to know your ABCs with the fun-filled adventure that celebrates the wonder of words and the joys of the alphabet Sesame Street style. Shapes, sounds, and colors come to life as letters.... See full summary »
Director: Adam Matalon | Stars: Nicole Sullivan, Stephen Colbert, Larry King, Norah Jones
Votes: 53
68. Muppet Moments (2015)
TV-Y | Short, Family
The Muppets have charming conversations with young children in a series of brief interludes.
Stars: Steve Whitmire, Bill Barretta, Eric Jacobson, Dave Goelz
Votes: 57
69. Muppet Guys Talking (2017)
65 min | Documentary
For the first time ever, five of the original Muppet performers come together to discuss the creation of their iconic characters under the visionary leadership of Jim Henson. With ... See full summary »
Director: Frank Oz | Stars: Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz, Fran Brill, Bill Barretta
Votes: 134
70. Lady Gaga & the Muppets' Holiday Spectacular (2013 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 90 min | Comedy, Family, Music
A Thanksgiving television special featuring Lady Gaga and The Muppets.
Director: Gregg Gelfand | Stars: Lady Gaga, The Muppets, Elton John, Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Votes: 655
71. Learning About Numbers (1986 Video)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Short
Big Bird is the host of a new talk show, Big Bird's Numbers Show.
Directors: Jon Stone, Frank Oz | Stars: Caroll Spinney, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 46
72. The Bob Hope All Star Christmas Comedy Special (1977 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Director: Dick McDonough | Stars: Bob Hope, Perry Como, Olivia Newton-John, Mark Hamill
Votes: 25
73. Sesame Park (1972–2002)
30 min | Family
Canadian version of the popular American children's educational television show, "Sesame Street", focusing on Canadian culture, the French language and featuring new characters like Basil the Bear, Louis the Otter, Dodi and Katie.
Stars: Trish Leeper, Tim Gosley, Bob Stutt, Pier Paquette
Votes: 22
74. The Best of Kermit on Sesame Street (1998 Video)
30 min | Short, Family, Music
Kermit is being awarded the Frog of the Year award, presented by Grover. Grover first recites a long poem about frogs, which introduces various Kermit the Frog segments from Sesame Street, ... See full summary »
Directors: John Chiappardi, David Heeley, Emily Squires, Jon Stone | Stars: Frank Oz, Steve Whitmire, Jim Henson, Jerry Nelson
Votes: 32
75. Sesamstraße (1973– )
30 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
The German version of the original "Sesame Street". Many segments have been taken from the American original, some have been produced specifically for German kids, featuring Samson the bear, Tiffy the bird and their friends.
Stars: Matthias Bullach, Liselotte Pulver, Markus Krüger, Carsten Haffke
Votes: 280
76. Sesame Street, Special (1988 TV Movie)
Unrated | 45 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
The stars come out on Sesame Street in this fun-filled special featuring the show's most memorable moments. Sing-along in this star-studded celebration.
Director: Jon Stone | Stars: Linda Bove, Northern Calloway, Emilio Delgado, Loretta Long
Votes: 160
77. Big Bird in China (1983 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 75 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Big Bird and his companion, Barkley, travel across China in search of the legendary Feng Huang, the Phoenix Bird.
Director: Jon Stone | Stars: Caroll Spinney, Brian Meehl, Lianzi Ouyang, Frank Oz
Votes: 497
78. The Secret Life of Toys (1994)
Family, Fantasy
A group of toys come alive while the children are away, having adventures and living life by a strict set of rules - first of which is "Never let the children know you can move."
Stars: Louise Gold, Jerry Nelson, Mike Quinn, Nigel Plaskitt
Votes: 74
79. Barrio Sésamo (1979–2000)
25 min | Family
In Spain, they didn't just dub the original "Sesame Street" and then broadcast it. They combined it with new material made in Spain. "Barrio Sesamo" combines an original Spanish episode ... See full summary »
Stars: Alfonso Vallejo, Chelo Vivares, José Riesgo, Isabel Castro
Votes: 116
80. The Muppets Go Hollywood (1979 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Family
Kermit the Frog throws a glamorous party at the Cocoanut Grove nightclub to celebrate the premiere of the Muppets' first feature film The Muppet Movie. Hosts Dick van Dyke and Rita Moreno interview the wide array of celebrities and Muppets.
Director: Stan Harris | Stars: Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt, Dave Goelz
Votes: 268
81. All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! (1994 TV Special)
Comedy, Family, Music
Tycoon billionaire Ronald Grump wants to demolish Sesame Street to build his Grump Tower, and it's up to the Sesame Street citizens to save their favorite buildings from being destroyed.
Director: Chuck Vinson | Stars: Joe Pesci, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Charles Grodin, Susan Sarandon
Votes: 113
82. Tales from Muppetland: The Muppet Musicians of Bremen (1972 TV Movie)
50 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Four mistreated farm animals seek refuge as a band of traveling musicians in this musical tale narrated by Kermit the Frog.
Director: Jim Henson | Stars: Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Jim Henson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 310
83. Learning About Letters (1986 Video)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Short, Family
With the help of his Sesame Street friends, Big Bird leads Snuffy on a fun-filled trip through the alphabet. Cookie Monster sings the praises of "C" (for "cookie," of course), while Oscar ... See full summary »
Directors: Jon Stone, Jim Henson | Stars: Caroll Spinney, Martin P. Robinson, Emilio Delgado, Pam Arciero
Votes: 38
84. Elmo Visits the Firehouse (2002 Video)
Not Rated | 45 min | Family
Elmo learns fire safety from Firefighter Bill. This all comes about because he was scared after being in a fire at Mr. Hooper's Store on Sesame Street. Elmo visits Engine Company 58 Ladder ... See full summary »
Directors: Victor DiNapoli, Jim Martin, Ted May | Stars: Kevin Clash, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Eric Jacobson, Jim Martin
Votes: 35
85. The Muppets Go to the Movies (1981 TV Movie)
60 min | Family, Comedy
Along with Dudley Moore and Lily Tomlin, the Muppets spoof classic movies such as "The Wizard of Oz," "Casablanca," and even artsy Ingmar Bergman movies. They also promote their then-upcoming film "The Great Muppet Caper."
Director: Peter Harris | Stars: Dudley Moore, Lily Tomlin, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson
Votes: 232
86. The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland: Sing and Play (1999 Video)
Not Rated | 50 min
Elmo's back in Grouchland to sing some of his favorite songs with his new friend Grizzy. There's just one problem - Grouches aren't supposed to cooperate, so Grizzy won't sing along!
Directors: Hugh Martin, Gary Halvorson | Stars: Kevin Clash, Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire
Votes: 28
87. The Great Santa Claus Switch (1970 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy, Family
The Great Santa Claus Switch was a Muppet television special that first aired on CBS on December 20, 1970. The show, narrated by Ed Sullivan, begins at the North Pole with Santa Claus and ... See full summary »
Director: John Moffitt | Stars: Art Carney, Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson
Votes: 113
88. Sesame Street 4-D (2003)
11 min | Comedy, Short, Family
This 4D movie tells the story of Elmo and the gang's attempts to save the Sesame Street Film Festival.
Director: John Rust | Stars: Kevin Clash, Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson, Eric Jacobson
Votes: 23
89. A Special Sesame Street Christmas (1978 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Leslie Uggams is celebrating Christmas on Sesame Street. But since Oscar the Grouch is being a right old Scrooge, she decides to teach him a lesson by imploring Anne Murray, Imogene Coca ... See full summary »
Director: Russ Petranto | Stars: Leslie Uggams, Ethel Merman, Anne Murray, Imogene Coca
Votes: 155
90. Count It Higher: Great Music Videos from Sesame Street (1988 Video)
Not Rated | 30 min | Short, Comedy, Family
We want our SMV! Sesame Music Video, that is... Join the Count and his friends for a countdown of some of the hottest hits on the street. Which street? Sesame Street, of course!
Director: Jon Stone | Stars: Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson, Martin P. Robinson, David Rudman
Votes: 42
91. Elmo's Magic Cookbook (2001 Video)
Not Rated | 48 min | Family
Join Elmo and his Sesame Street pals on their most magical adventure ever! The action begins when they encounter the wish-granting Genie of the Magic Cookbook!
Directors: Lisa Simon, Ted May, Jon Stone | Stars: Emeril Lagasse, Heather Headley, Kevin Clash, Martin P. Robinson
Votes: 32
92. Sesame Songs: Monster Hits! (1990 Video)
Not Rated | 30 min | Short, Family, Music
Herry Monster hosts The Fuzzy Awards, presenting a variety of monster songs from Sesame Street.
Directors: Jon Stone, Jimmy Baylor, Jim Henson, Robert Myhrum, Robert Schwartz | Stars: Jerry Nelson, Kevin Clash, Frank Oz, Richard Hunt
Votes: 29
93. Sesame Street: Elmo Says BOO! (1997)
Not Rated | 30 min | Short
Look who's come to visit The Count's spooky castle. It's Elmo! Is he scared? Only for a second because soon he's having a howling good time as his Sesame Street friends stir up some ... See full summary »
Directors: Emily Squires, Lisa Simon, Jon Stone | Stars: Jerry Nelson, Kevin Clash, Martin P. Robinson, David Rudman
Votes: 140
94. Elmo Visits the Doctor (2005 Video)
Not Rated | 53 min | Family
Join Elmo on his first trip to the doctor's office! This fun-filled video will help preschoolers learn that going to the doctor can be fun!
Directors: Kevin Clash, Ken Diego, Jim Martin, Ted May | Stars: Alison Bartlett, Fran Brill, Kevin Clash, Aiden Connell
Votes: 37
95. On the Set Gag Reel (2002 Video)
Short, Comedy, Family
A short blooper reel from the filming of The Muppet Christmas Carol.
Stars: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire
Votes: 68
96. Of Muppets and Men: The Making of 'The Muppet Show' (1981 TV Movie)
52 min | Documentary, Family
Documentary about the work of puppeteer Jim Henson and his team in creating The Muppet Show.
Directors: Peter Berry, Harley Cokeliss | Stars: Julie Andrews, Charles Aznavour, Pearl Bailey, Harry Belafonte
Votes: 138
97. The Fantastic Miss Piggy Show (1982 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Family
Miss Piggy, the Muppet, stars in her own variety show.
Director: Jim Henson | Stars: Frank Oz, John Ritter, Andy Kaufman, George Hamilton
Votes: 206
98. Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi (1983 TV Movie)
49 min | Documentary
A behind-the-scenes look at the visual effects of Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)
Director: Robert Guenette | Stars: Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Kenny Baker, David Alan Barclay
Votes: 295
99. I Love Muppets (2002 TV Special)
60 min | Documentary, Comedy, Family
I Love Muppets is a BBC documentary that first aired on April 1, 2002 on BBC2. The special is hosted by Gonzo with Pepe the King Prawn and Bobo the Bear.
Director: Gerard Barry | Stars: Dave Goelz, Bill Barretta, Julie Andrews, Adam Bloom
Votes: 62
100. Elmo's Christmas Countdown (2007 TV Movie)
TV-Y | 60 min | Family, Music
Sesame Street characters help Elmo count down the days leading up to Christmas.
Director: Gary Halvorson | Stars: Pam Arciero, Jennifer Barnhart, Fran Brill, Tyler Bunch
Votes: 343