Movies by Jerry Nelson
As part of the cast:
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The Muppets (2011)
Cast: Jason Segel, Amy Adams, Chris Cooper …
Directed by: James Bobin
When Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary, and his puppet roommate, Walter, swoop in to help the gang put on a…
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Sesame Street: The Letter of the Month Club (2006)
Cast: Muppets, Kevin Clash, Eric Jacobson …
Directed by: Edward May
Seth Green guest stars as Vinnie in this episode of the überpopular children's series, which includes some of the show's best-loved segments: "Global Grover," "Elmo's…
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Sesame Street: Big Bird Sings (2005)
Cast: Muppets, Carroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson …
Directed by: Lisa Simon
Sesame Street's Big Bird whisks his pal Snuffy on a musical trip to exciting places in this sing-along program. Snuffy flips through Big Bird's scrapbook and is truly amazed by all…
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Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly! (2005)
Cast: Muppets, Carol Spinney, Jerry Nelson …
Directed by: Jon Stone
Oscar, Ernie, the Count, Big Bird and the rest of the gang are joined by celebrity guest stars in this fun-filled sing-along. James Taylor shows up to sing "Jellyman Kelly," and Jeremy Irons,…
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Kermit's Swamp Years (2002)
Cast: Steve Whitmire, Bill Barretta, Dave Goelz …
Directed by: David Gumpel, Jim Lewis
World-famous Muppet Kermit the Frog is 12 years old in this biopic about the amphibian's tadpole years growing up in a Southern swamp. Kermit comes to the conclusion that there's a…
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Sesame Street: Let's Make Music (2000)
Cast: Big Bird, Muppets, Grover …
Directed by: Emily Squires
Telly loses his tuba and fears that he'll never be able to make music again. Fortunately, the cast of the hit show "Stomp" arrives and demonstrates how everyday objects can be used for…
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Muppets from Space (1999)
Cast: Dave Goelz, Kermit the Frog, Steve Whitmire …
Directed by: Tim Hill
When Gonzo's breakfast cereal tells him that he's the descendant of aliens from another planet, his attempts at extraterrestrial communication get him kidnapped by a secret…
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The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999)
Cast: Mandy Patinkin, Elmo, Vanessa L. Williams …
Directed by: Gary Halvorson
Elmo dives into Oscar the Grouch's trash can after a series of accidents sends the furry red monster's special blanket into Grouchland. To rescue his beloved blankie, Elmo must face…
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Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs (1999)
Cast: Muppets, Jerry Nelson, Elmo …
With Elmo producing a Top 10 radio countdown, furry monsters are bursting into song everywhere the Muppet turns in hopes that he'll feature their favorite tunes. Beginning with a parody…
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The Secret Life of Toys (1994)
Cast: Louise Gold, Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz …
In this series from the studios of Jim Henson, a quirky and adventurous band of toys comes to life whenever the children who own them are away. Among the intrepid playthings are an anxious…
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Sesame Street: Elmo's Sing-Along Guessing Game (1991)
Cast: Elmo, Big Bird, Kevin Clash …
Directed by: Jon Stone
The lovable Elmo is hosting a TV game show, and you're invited to play (and sing) along! He wants you to guess the answers to his questions -- and Kermit, Big Bird and other friends from…
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The Radicals (1990)
Cast: Norbert Weisser, Leigh Lombardi, Daniel Perrett …
Directed by: Raul V. Carrera
In 1525 Europe, spiritual martyrs Michael Sattler (portrayed by Norbert Weisser) and his wife broke away from their religious order and began a quest to return the church to the morality of…
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Fraggle Rock: Down in Fraggle Rock (1986)
Cast: Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire, Dave Goelz …
Directed by: Norman Campbell, George Bloomfield
Kids will experience a "fragtastic" world of fun with Muppet master Jim Henson's popular series "Fraggle Rock." This lively three-episode set includes "Boober's Dream,"…
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The Christmas Toy (1986)
Cast: Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Kathryn Mullen …
Directed by: Eric Till
In this television special from producer Jim Henson, all toys magically come to life. Fearful of being replaced by new presents, Rugby the Tiger and other old toys venture from the playroom…
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The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)
Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz …
Directed by: Frank Oz
When the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn't easy to find a producer who's willing to back…
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Fraggle Rock: Dance Your Cares Away (1983)
Cast: Gerard Parkes, Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire …
Directed by: Jim Henson
With a magic that appeals to children of all ages, creator Jim Henson's colorful, furry Fraggles while away their worry-free days playing, laughing, singing, dancing and making each…
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Fraggle Rock: Where It All Began (1983)
Cast: Gerard Parkes, Jerry Nelson, Steve Whitmire …
Directed by: Jim Henson
In addition to the first three landmark installments of Muppet master Jim Henson's popular series, this disc contains a cartoon ("The Great Fraggle Freeze") and the featurette "Fraggle…
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Fraggle Rock (1983)
Cast: Jerry Nelson, Kathryn Mullen, Karen Prell …
The creative genius of Muppet master Jim Henson is on full display in this whimsical children's series set in a vibrant subterranean realm that's home to frolicsome Fraggles,…
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The Dark Crystal (1982)
Cast: Stephen Garlick, Lisa Maxwell, Billie Whitelaw …
Directed by: Frank Oz, Jim Henson
Master Muppeteers Jim Henson and Frank Oz co-direct this classic fantasy film that tells the mythical tale of Jen, the last of the Gelfling race, who is charged with healing the Crystal of…
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The Muppet Movie (1979)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: James Frawley
After deciding to pursue a career in acting, Kermit the Frog goes on a cross-country trek to find fame in Hollywood. Along the way, he meets Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the rest of the…
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Best of The Muppet Show: Mark Hamill / Paul Simon / Raquel Welch (1978)
Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Mark Hamill …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
The most sensational, inspirational show on television is back! These hilarious, uncut episodes are packed with all the skits, music hits, great guest stars and Muppet moments you love, plus…
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Best of The Muppet Show: Harry Belafonte / Linda Ronstadt / John Denver (1978)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
Mixing clever music and comedy with fabulous puppetry and fun guest stars, Jim Henson's Muppets became pop-culture icons that endure to this day. This special collection features three…
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Best of The Muppet Show: Peter Sellers / John Cleese / Dudley Moore (1978)
Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Peter Sellers …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
Mixing clever music and comedy with fabulous puppetry and fun guest stars, Jim Henson's Muppets became pop culture icons that endure to this day. This special collection features three…
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Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977)
Cast: Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Eren Ozker …
Directed by: Jim Henson
A mother otter and her son both enter a talent show to win money to buy Christmas presents for each other. Trouble is, the Riverbottom Gang of rich kids have set their sights on the $50 first…
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Best of The Muppet Show: Elton John / Julie Andrews / Gene Kelly (1977)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
The most sensational, inspirational, celebrational show on TV is back! These hilarious, uncut episodes are packed with all the skits, music hits, great guest stars and Muppet moments you…
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Best of The Muppet Show: Steve Martin / Carol Burnett / Gilda Radner (1977)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
Jim Henson's Muppets are visited by some of the biggest comedians of the 1970s in this collection of three episodes of the iconic variety show. Steve Martin, Carol Burnett and Gilda…
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Best of The Muppet Show: George Burns / Bob Hope / Dom DeLuise (1977)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
It's time to play the music -- it's time to light the lights -- it's time to get things started, not just with the sensational Muppet Show gang, but also with one of their…
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The Muppet Show (1976)
Cast: Frank Oz, Richard Hunt, Jim Henson …
Jim Henson's inspired 1970s comedy series stars Kermit the Frog as an eternally put-upon stage manager tyring to keep order behind the scenes at a vaudeville-style musical stage revue…