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Tim Curry's Muppet Legacy Celebrated in Treasure Island's 30th Anniversary

2/16/2026

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Brian Henson aimed to cast Tim Curry as Long John Silver in the Muppet Treasure Island adaptation.
Henson described a plan to secure Curry by writing a strong script.
The film was released on February 16, 1996, and is celebrating its 30th anniversary this month.
Tim Curry loved the Muppets, praised Henson, and the film remains a notable part of the Muppets' legacy.

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Brian Henson aimed to cast Tim Curry as Long John Silver in the Muppet Treasure Island adaptation.
Henson described a plan to secure Curry by writing a strong script.
The film was released on February 16, 1996, and is celebrating its 30th anniversary this month.
Tim Curry loved the Muppets, praised Henson, and the film remains a notable part of the Muppets' legacy.