It might seem counterintuitive — especially since his oeuvre eventually included shows like “Fraggle Rock” and “Muppet Babies” — but JimHenson never intended for the Muppets to be ...
Explore JimHenson's puppets and Muppets in the Smithsonian's collections along with related collection items. Learn their backstories, their missions, and the inspiration for each of them.
Cancel anytime. Movie critic Bruce Miller says "“JimHenson Idea Man” shows how the puppeteer created the Muppets and Sesame Street. “Idea Man” scratches at the surface of JimHenson.