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The Muppets Meet 'Fast and Furious' In Your New Favorite Mash-Up

Kim-Thao Nguyen — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:10:56 +0000

'Fast and Furious 6' is set to hit theaters next month. To gear up for this undoubtedly earth-shattering and surely unique plot, we thought it would be appropriate to join forces with another film in the league of endless sequels, prequels and trilogies. Check out the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise -- if it starred The Muppets.

10 Awesome Musical Performances From The Muppets in Honor of Jane Henson

Emerald Catron — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:29:01 +0000

Yesterday Jane Henson passed away. She was 78 years old. During her life, she was married to Jim Henson, and she worked with him until she took a break from puppetry to raise their children. Together they started 'The Muppet Show,' and Jane's work with the Jim Henson Legacy ensured that future generations would fall in love with the characters she and her husband dreamed up.

10 Foreign 'Sesame Street' Muppets You May Have Never Heard Of

Sara Franks-Allen — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:28:00 +0000

For over 40 years, The Muppets of ‘Sesame Street’ have been teaching children in the U.S. to read, count, recognize shapes and play well with others. Big Bird, Ernie, Bert, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch and the rest are nationally known superstars. But kids in other countries have their own versions of ‘Sesame Street,’ complete [...]

Neil Patrick Harris and The Muppets Team Up for Web Series of Our Dreams

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 20:21:42 +0000

Neil Patrick Harris is one cool dude. He knows how to speak bear and he takes getting groped by a 'Price is Right' contestant like a champ. If that's not enough for you to prove his sheer awesomeness, let us break some fantastic news: he's now joined forces with The Muppets to create a strangely awesome new web series called 'Neil's Puppet Dreams.'

Cookie Monster and Grover Make 'Avengers' and 'Hunger Games' Even Better

Amanda Ferris — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 19:30:28 +0000

In an adorable new video for Entertainment Weekly's website, the much-beloved Sesame Street characters Grover and Cookie Monster sing about pop-culture hits such as 'The Avengers' and 'The Hunger Games.' Sadly, Elmo wasn't available to join the duo's little choir, as he was busy working on his new musical, but the Blues Brothers decided the show must go on and still performed in the EW office.

Fraggles Make Ben Folds Five Video 100% Better

Emerald Catron — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:25:06 +0000

Ben Folds Five really covers all the bases with this one. You probably like ‘Fraggle Rock,’ right! And if somehow you don’t, there’s still a strong chance you like Rob Corddry or Anna Kendrick. Really, the chances are there’s something you’re going to like about this music video. Skip to the end if Ben Folds [...]

'Muppets with People Eyes' Tumblr – Terrifying or Hilarious?

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:02:24 +0000

Not a lot of things surprise us these days, what with farting dolls become all the rage in South Korea and ‘Here Comes Honey Boo Boo’ star Alana Thompson sporting a curly blonde wig gone wild.

However, when we stumbled across the ‘Muppets with People Eyes’ Tumblr, we couldn’t help but stop dead in our typing tracks and wonder-- who on earth thought of this?! That was promptly followed by "this is pure genius."

The Muppets Split with Chick-fil-A Over Gay Marriage Stance

Camilla Turner — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:12:12 +0000

The creators and founders of the Muppets, the Jim Henson Company, are the latest to sever ties with Chick-fil-A over the fast food chain’s public stance on gay marriage. The Jim Henson Company posted a message on their Facebook page on Friday announcing the split, which has since received thousands of “likes” and “shares” across [...]

Is Cookie Monster's 'Call Me Maybe' Cover the Best Yet?

Kyle Dowling — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:35:35 +0000

It's not exactly what you think. We swear, this one is a little different. Among the array of Carly Rae Jespen's 'Call Me Maybe' cover songs, this one from our childhood friend -- the Cookie Monster -- has got to be one of the better ones. Why? Well, he decided to hold onto only the beat and some of the lyrics, yet change most of them to suit something he wants dearly. No, he doesn't want your number. He wants your cookies.

Watch an Epic Blooper Reel from 'The Muppets'

Donald Deane — Tue, 29 May 2012 16:13:53 +0000

It’s up for debate whether this blooper reel, which appears as an extra on ‘The Muppets’ DVD, is the longest ever in Muppet history as it’s billed. But it’s certainly one of the funniest. Mahna mah-oops! If you haven’t yet seen Jason Segel’s revival of the beloved franchise (and you really should), enjoy this gag [...]

Do We Really Need Band-Aids with Augmented Reality?

Danny Gallagher — Sun, 27 May 2012 22:30:34 +0000

Devices like the iPhone and the iPad have done some amazing things for society. They have given us portable computers we can access from just about anywhere. They allow us to check our stocks, review bank accounts and pay bills all at once.

But on the other hand, not all of its uses are very productive, or useful, or even make any sense. Take, for instance, the latest innovation in bandage-related augmented reality. As in you point your phone at the bandage, and it plays you a little cartoon.

Really.

Kermit Serves As Political Analyst On The Colbert Report

Dan Seitz — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:00:49 +0000

We don’t often get into politics here on theFW, mostly because those guys don’t need us to make fun of them; they do a great job of that on their own. That, however, will not stop Stephen Colbert from asking everybody on his show about the current political situation. Even if they’re Kermit the Frog. [...]

The Muppets Fight for Felt in 'The Hunger Games' Parody

Kathy Landin — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:07:22 +0000

The silly people who brought us the revamped (and now Oscar-winning) ‘The Muppets’ movie have created something even more fun. To promote the release of the movie on DVD and Blu-ray in a couple of weeks, Disney and The Muppets offer up their own mash-up spoof of ‘The Hunger Games.’

The Muppets Take 2012 Oscars Red Carpet in Style

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:15:29 +0000

The Facebook movement to have the Muppets host the 2012 Academy Awards fell short, but you better believe Miss Piggy was going to show up for the event in support of ‘The Muppets’ song “Man or Muppet,” which was nominated for Best Original Song Looking dazzling in a cream dress and jewels, Miss Piggy turned [...]

'Glee's' Darren Criss and Kermit the Frog Perform Pre-Oscars 2012 Duet

Nick Romano — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 23:54:57 +0000

We all knew Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy were hitting the 2012 Oscars red carpet, but what most weren’t expecting was a surprise duet. But it wasn’t between these two ‘Muppet’ love birds. Instead, Kermit joined up with ‘Glee’s’ Darren Criss for a stirring rendition of ‘Rainbow Connection.’ E! Online teased us all a [...]

Miss Piggy Hams It Up, Meets Jon Hamm at BAFTAs

Danny Gallagher — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:31:41 +0000

The red carpet for this year's BAFTA awards were full of stars, but only one caught the attention of the internet.

Orange Film hired the lovable Miss Piggy to interview the stars of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts' annual awards show.

The Muppets Fire Back at Fox News [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:18:05 +0000

At a press conference for the U.K. premiere of ‘The Muppets,’ Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy poked fun at Fox Business host Eric Bolling for his assertion that the movie is pushing a dangerous Communist agenda. In December, Bolling argued that the new Muppet flick teaches “class warfare” and is brainwashing children with a [...]

14 Signs That The Muppets Might Actually Be Communists

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:18:12 +0000

Fox News’ ‘Follow the Money’ made some waves this week by making claims the movie ‘The Muppets’ sends an anti-capitalist message to kids. Scoff all you want, but it just might be true. Here are 14 signs that the Muppets just might be Communists:

Fox News Thinks The Muppets Are Communists [VIDEO]

Kathy Landin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:47:09 +0000

Some of the many lessons in the new movie ‘The Muppets’ include the benefits of working together, remembering how important family is and that Fozzy Bear still tells corny jokes. But does ‘The Muppets’ teach kids to be capitalist-hating Communists? According to Dan Gainor of the Media Research Center, a commentator on Fox News’ ‘Follow [...]

Kermit the Frog and Flight of the Conchord's Bret McKenzie Perform Sweet Song from 'The Muppets' [VIDEO]

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:55:01 +0000

The new Muppets film doesn't just revive a long lost tradition of family friendly films. It also revives the long lost art of puppet and person duets, as evidenced by Kermit the Frog's sweet duet with the new film's composer (and Flight of the Conchords member) Bret McKenzie.

'Really!?!' Kermit the Frog on 'SNL's' Weekend Update? [VIDEO]

Bob Sassone — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 03:13:30 +0000

The Muppets seem to be everywhere promoting their new movie, opening on Wednesday. Last night's 'SNL' was filled with them, starting with the opening monologue with Jason Segel and leading up to Kermit and Seth Meyers' 'Really!?!' segment on Weekend Update.

The Muppets Try to Take Over 'Saturday Night Live' From Jason Segel [VIDEO]

Bob Sassone — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 16:20:18 +0000

When Eddie Murphy quit as the Oscars host, Facebook and Twitter users tried to get the Muppets to replace him. That didn't happen, but they did show up on 'Saturday Night Live' last night.

They joined their movie co-star Jason Segel, seeming to think they were hosting the show along with him.

The Muppets Sing 'Mahna Mahna' on 'GMA' [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:42:00 +0000

If you're like us, then The Muppets' trademark song 'Mahna Mahna' holds a special place in your heart. As part of the media blitz to promote their new upcoming movie 'The Muppets,' the beloved characters appeared on 'Good Morning America' and belted out a fun rendition of the song.

The Muppets Spoof 'Twilight' in Fun Parody Posters [IMAGES]

Donald Deane — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:52:04 +0000

Even The Muppets, it seems, aren't immune to the 'Twilight' phenomenon. In these promotional photos for their upcoming movie 'The Muppets,' Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest are recast as characters from the popular teen vampire saga.

The Muppets are Back in Cake Pop Form [PHOTOS]

Dylan Schenker — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:47:25 +0000

Have you ever wondered what The Muppets would taste like? At long last that question has been answered. And in cake pop form, no less! In the run up to ‘The Muppets,’ a line of cake pops in the shapes of the faces of iconic Muppets characters like Kermit, Miss Piggy and Fozzie have been released. [...]

Will the Muppets Host the Oscars?

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:33:16 +0000

The Oscars need a new host now that Eddie Murphy has dropped out to protest the firing of his friend Brett Ratner as the show's producer. Maybe Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of The Muppets can step in on Hollywood's biggest night?

Watch the Opening Dance Number From 'The Muppets' [VIDEO]

Bob Sassone — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:50:26 +0000

‘The Muppets’ is one of the holiday season’s most anticipated movies. Now you can watch the opening musical number weeks before it’s November 23rd release. ‘How I Met Your Mother’ star Jason Segel plays a nice guy who tries to help the Muppets when an evil oil tycoon (Chris Cooper) plans to close the Muppet [...]

The Muppets Wreak Havoc on 'Monday Night RAW' [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:24:19 +0000

No one loves the Muppets more than us. So, we were elated when the beloved puppets appeared during a Halloween-themed episode of the professional wrestling extravaganza ‘Monday Night RAW’ and wreaked their special brand of adorable mayhem. In anticipation of their first theatrical release in 12 years, the Muppets ran roughshod all over last night’s [...]

Amy Adams and Jason Segel Meet 'The Muppets' in New Trailer [VIDEO]

Bob Sassone — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:44:20 +0000

After teasing fans with several parody trailers, the folks behind ‘The Muppets’ have finally released a full-length trailer for their upcoming return to the big screen. As the trailer reveals, ‘The Muppets’ revolves around the beloved gang getting back together again after splitting up years ago. Not only do we get the usual Muppet suspects [...]

The Muppets to Cover Nirvana's 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'

Chris M. Junior — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:38:56 +0000

Brace yourself, Gen-Xers: A new high-profile cover version of the Nirvana anthem ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ is about to be unleashed by non other than the Muppets. The revamped rendition of ‘Teen Spirit,’ credited to the Muppets Barbershop Quartet, will be featured on the soundtrack to the new Disney movie ‘The Muppets,’ which arrives in [...]