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First Look: Sabrina Carpenter Set to Star in The Muppet Show

January 5, 2026 7:28 am in by
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Disney has released a brand-new 30-second trailer for the highly anticipated return of “The Muppet Show.” This special television event is scheduled to air on February 4th on Disney+.

Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the beloved Muppet gang are heading back to their roots. According to the official synopsis: “Music, comedy, and a whole lot of chaos are bound to ensue when The Muppets once again take the stage of the original Muppet Theatre.”

Special Guest Stars and Production Team

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Directed by Alex Timbers, the special features pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter as the lead guest star. The production is backed by a powerhouse team of executive producers, including:

  • Sabrina Carpenter
  • Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg
  • James Weaver and Alex McAtee
  • Matt Vogel and Eric Jacobson

Expect performances from veteran Muppet puppeteers Bill Barretta, Dave Goelz, Eric Jacobson, Peter Linz, David Rudman, and Matt Vogel, who will bring the iconic characters to life.

Celebrating 50 Years of The Muppets

This one-off special arrives just ahead of the 50th anniversary of the celebrated series on September 5th.

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Want to catch up before the big premiere? Fans can now stream all five seasons of the classic 1970s variety show on Disney+.

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