# Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977)

> A tender Jim Henson holiday musical follows a poor but loving otter family whose gift-giving dreams lead to an unforgettable jug-band contest.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/12537

## Facts

- Runtime: 53 min
- Genres: Family, Comedy, Music, TV Movie
- Director: Jim Henson
- Cast: Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, Marilyn Sokol, Richard Hunt, Eren Ozker, Jim Henson, Dave Goelz
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075988/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: none
- Mood: cozy, whimsical, uplifting, christmas morning, family holiday viewing

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