# The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)

> Kermit and the Muppets chase Broadway glory through New York in a buoyant puppet musical about friendship, romance, and keeping a troupe together.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6800

## Facts

- Runtime: 94 min
- Genres: Romance, Comedy, Family
- Director: Frank Oz
- Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Richard Hunt, Jerry Nelson, Juliana Donald, Lonny Price
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087755/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, nostalgic, sincere, family movie night, musical movie night

## Synopsis

Join a lovable group of puppets as they chase their Broadway dreams in the bustling heart of New York City!

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