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Muppet Show Revival: Disney+ Special Sparks Fan Excitement!

1/25/2026

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On February 4, Disney+ will air a special reviving The Muppet Show, featuring Sabrina Carpenter with Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.
Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg are behind the project.
They aim to restore the show's original variety format.
The trailer shows Fozzie's comedy, Gonzo's stunts, and Statler and Waldorf's jabs.
The special could serve as a pilot for a new Muppets series, generating fan excitement for the return.

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On February 4, Disney+ will air a special reviving The Muppet Show, featuring Sabrina Carpenter with Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.
Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg are behind the project.
They aim to restore the show's original variety format.
The trailer shows Fozzie's comedy, Gonzo's stunts, and Statler and Waldorf's jabs.
The special could serve as a pilot for a new Muppets series, generating fan excitement for the return.