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John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together

  • TV Special
  • 1979
  • 50m
IMDb RATING
7.7/10
1.1K
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John Denver in John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together (1979)
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In this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known ho... Read allIn this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known holiday songs.In this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known holiday songs.

  • Director
    • Tony Charmoli
  • Writers
    • Herbert Baker
    • Bob Finkel
    • Jon Stone
  • Stars
    • John Denver
    • Frank Oz
    • Jerry Nelson
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.7/10
    1.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Tony Charmoli
    • Writers
      • Herbert Baker
      • Bob Finkel
      • Jon Stone
    • Stars
      • John Denver
      • Frank Oz
      • Jerry Nelson
    • 15User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

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    John Denver
    John Denver
    • Self - Host
    Frank Oz
    Frank Oz
    • Fozzie Bear
    • (voice)
    • …
    Jerry Nelson
    Jerry Nelson
    • Camilla
    • (voice)
    • …
    Richard Hunt
    Richard Hunt
    • Scooter
    • (voice)
    • …
    Dave Goelz
    Dave Goelz
    • The Great Gonzo
    • (voice)
    • …
    Jim Henson
    Jim Henson
    • Kermit the Frog
    • (voice)
    • …
    Steve Whitmire
    Steve Whitmire
    • Muppet Performer
    Kathryn Mullen
    Kathryn Mullen
    • Muppet Performer
    Bob Payne
    • Muppet Performer
    • (as Robert Payne)
    Brian Meehl
    Brian Meehl
    • Muppet Performer
    • (as Brian Muehl)
    Michael Earl
    • Muppet Performer
    • (as Mike Davis)
    Cheryl Henson
    Cheryl Henson
    • Muppet Performer
    Phillip Huber
    Phillip Huber
    • Muppet Performer
    • Director
      • Tony Charmoli
    • Writers
      • Herbert Baker
      • Bob Finkel
      • Jon Stone
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    10Rick-80

    Still waiting for the DVD...

    For me too, this Christmas special is one that I remember very fondly. In 1989, I snatched up the 2 CDs I found of the soundtrack recording, giving one to my sister and keeping the other for myself. It's part of my family's Christmas tradition now, and I would love to be able to actually see the show again rather than just remember it as I listen.

    It has been noted elsewhere that John Denver made a number of appearances on the Muppet Show, and they did more than one special together. The good rapport between Denver and his fuzzy companions comes through clearly here, in a charming and fun show that is good for all ages.
    10stongeaz

    John Denver & The Muppets A Christmas Together

    I was reviewing some old VHS tapes I have and came across The TV show John Denver & The Muppets A Christmas Together.This made me go to my computer and look it up to see if I could find a DVD version of this show to buy. I was disappointed not to be able to find it yet on DVD. The show aired in 1979 and was a delightful show. I have the record and the CD but I would love to buy a DVD version of this show. The tape is old and picture quality is pretty good but fading, the sound is not as good as the CD. There is also a few other songs not put on the CD. As a Fan of John Denver and of the Muppets, a DVD of this show would really be a good seller. If you don't have the CD it is a wonderful Chritmas collection of songs taken from that show. The album is also good if you can find it and still have a record player to play it on.
    10dmd2222

    john denver and the muppets a Christmas together

    yes i have a copy of it on VHS uncut in great condition that i transfered to DVD and if anyone one wants to bring back the memories of a Christmas classic please emil me at dmd2222@verizon.net.i searched everywhere and i found nothing on this and i thought that i cant be the only one on this planet that has this classic on tape there has to be other people and if they do i fit in with them being that very very few that has this classic so i consider myself lucky and i have all of the muppets Christmas except one that john denver did with the muppets again i thinks its called a smokey mountain holiday im not to sure but its close.
    8Christmas-Reviewer

    Lots of Fun

    BEWARE OF FALSE REVIEWS & REVIEWERS. SOME REVIEWERS HAVE ONLY ONE REVIEW TO THEIR NAME. NOW WHEN ITS A POSITIVE REVIEW THAT TELLS ME THEY WERE INVOLVED WITH THE MOVIE. IF ITS A NEGATIVE REVIEW THEN THEY MIGHT HAVE A GRUDGE AGAINST THE FILM . NOW I HAVE REVIEWED OVER 300 HOLIDAY FILMS. I HAVE NO AGENDA.

    Pitch your tent for a ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOLIDAY with John Denver and the Muppets in this Emmy-nominated special, which overflows with John Denver's memorable songs and Muppet -puppet laughs. When city slickers the Muppets join the ultimate country boy for a camping trip in the scenic mountains of Colorado, the Muppets adjust to outdoor living while John Denver serenades them with his beautiful music. With the clear blue skies, mountain streams and wild animals roaming free, they all share the wonderful experience of being out in nature with friends. And what better way to end the day than to sit around the campfire and sing songs and tell stories together! It's fun for the whole family with John Denver and the Muppets in a Rocky Mountain Holiday that you can enjoy any day and every day!

    Lots of fun. If you are a fan of the Muppet's then put this on your must see list! This television special became such a huge success that Disney later made several Christmas theme projects with the Muppet's including the theatrical release "A Muppet Christmas Carol"
    8Tollpatsch

    It's not Christmas until A Christmas Together

    A Christmas Together actually came before my time, but I've been raised on John Denver and the songs from this special were always my family's Christmas music. For years we had a crackling cassette made from a record that meant it was Christmas. A few years ago, I was finally able to track down a video of it on Ebay, so after listening to all the music for some 21 years, I got to see John and the Muppets in action for myself. If you ever get the chance, it's a lot of fun--great music, heart-warming and cheesy. It's also interesting to see the 70's versions of the Muppets and compare them to their newer versions today. I believe Denver actually took some heat for doing a show like this--I guess normally performers don't compromise their images by doing sing-a-longs with the Muppets, but I'm glad he did. Even if you can't track down the video, the soundtrack is worth it too. It has some Muppified traditional favorites, but also some original Denver tunes as well.

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    • Trivia
      The song "When the River Meets the Sea" was originally written for/performed in "Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas" 1977. Though performed in 2 Christmas specials, the song is not about the holiday, but more about the circle of life.
    • Quotes

      The Great Gonzo: [singing] Now bring us some figgy pudding, now...

      Miss Piggy: PIGGY PUDDING?

      The Great Gonzo: No, no, no. Figgy pudding. It's made with figs.

      Miss Piggy: Oh.

      The Great Gonzo: ...and bacon.

      Miss Piggy: What?

    • Connections
      Featured in The 32nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1980)
    • Soundtracks
      The Twelve Days of Christmas
      (uncredited)

      Traditional carol, arranged by Frederic Austin

      Performed by John Denver, Dave Goelz, Jim Henson, Richard Hunt, Jerry Nelson, and Frank Oz

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    • Release date
      • December 5, 1979 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Henson.com
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Джон Денвер и маппеты: Рождество вместе
    • Filming locations
      • ABC Television Center, The Prospect Studios, 4151 Prospect Avenue, Los Angeles, California, USA(Studio)
    • Production company
      • Jon-Jer Productions
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      • 50m
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