# The Great Muppet Caper (1981)

> Kermit and the Muppets chase a stolen diamond through London while clearing Miss Piggy’s name in a dazzling, affectionate musical caper.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8880

## Facts

- Runtime: 97 min
- Genres: Comedy, Crime, Family, Mystery, Romance
- Director: Jim Henson
- Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt, Charles Grodin, Diana Rigg, John Cleese
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082474/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: whimsical, witty, breezy, family movie night, nostalgic weekend viewing

## Synopsis

A whimsical adventure where reporters uncover a jewel heist with a touch of romance and Muppet charm.

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- [The Muppet Movie (1979)](https://ember.film/movie/6194)
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- [The Pink Panther 2 (2009)](https://ember.film/movie/9047)

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