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It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002)

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Average Rating: 6.7/10
Reviews Counted: 9
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Release Date: Nov 29, 2002 Wide

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What would life amongst the Muppets have been without their unofficial leader Kermit the Frog? That's the question posed by this made-for-TV confection, which not only spoofs the Yuletide classic It's a Wonderful Life, but also takes satirical aim at such pop cultural phenomena as Moulin Rouge and Fear Factor. The plot is set in motion when typically evil banker Rachel Bitterman (Joan Cusack) forecloses on the Muppets' famous variety theater, with the intention of building a gaudy nightclub. But

PG, 1 hr. 29 min.

Television, Kids & Family, Comedy

Directed By: Kirk R. Thatcher

In Theaters: Nov 29, 2002 Wide

Cast

Frank Oz
Animal, Fozzie Bear, Mi...
Bill Barretta
Dr. Teeth, Pepe the Pra...
Steve Whitmire
Beaker, Bean Bunny, Ker...
Dave Goelz
Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Go...
Joan Cusack
Rachel Bitterman
David Arquette
Daniel
Whoopi Goldberg
Daniel's Boss
Zach Braff
Dr. John Michael Dorian
Donald Faison
Dr. Chris Turk
Sarah Chalke
Dr. Elliot Reid
John C. McGinley
Dr. Perry Cox
Conan Graham
Executive Assistant
Robin Mossley
Uncle Nicky Nut-What
Dan Payne
Handsome Executive
Mel Brooks
Rachel Hunter
Matthew Lillard
Michael Caine
Carson Daly
William H. Macy
Kelly Ripa
Molly Shannon
Jon Stewart
Eric Jacobson

Critic Reviews for It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

All Critics (9) | Fresh (8) | Rotten (1) | DVD (8)

A medley of familiar Christmas classics...with a distinct Muppet spin.

December 7, 2010 Full Review Source: Movie Views

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Ryan Cracknell

Movie Views Source: Movie Views

The Muppets are back in fine form!

August 17, 2008 Comment

Clint Morris

Moviehole

There's a brilliant moment that finds Scooter in S&M gear, gyrating in a cage in a leather bar as Kermit ponders a world where he's never been born.

November 10, 2004 Full Review Source: Film Freak Central

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Walter Chaw

Film Freak Central

...will never make it onto the list of classic holiday flicks, but it's agreeable enough to warrant a mild recommendation...

June 27, 2004 Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

[It's] a movie which at best provokes a few random chuckles and at worst makes me weep for the future of the Muppet gang.

October 31, 2003 Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com

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David Cornelius

eFilmCritic.com

The most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational Christmas movie I've seen in years.

December 3, 2002 Full Review Source: Flick Filosopher

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MaryAnn Johanson

Flick Filosopher

A medley of familiar Christmas classics...with a distinct Muppet spin.

December 2, 2002 Full Review Source: ReelTalk Movie Reviews

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Ryan Cracknell

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Not as good as the old Christmas episode but it's ok.

September 22, 2009

Anthony Lawrie

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The muppets' Christmas show is under threat as an evil woman wants to convert the theatre into a night club. Lots of funny moments and special guests like David Arquette and Whoopi Goldberg. I love Fozzie bear, his heart is in the right place.

December 24, 2008

Candy Rose

Super Reviewer

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie Quotes

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1. Daniel's Boss: When you write the laws of the universe you know where all the loopholes are.
– Submitted by Dann M (2 months ago)
1. Rachel Bitterman: It's funny how one day can mean so many different things.
– Submitted by Dann M (2 months ago)
1. Kermit: No way, pal. Bitterman owns the paper, she owns the TV station and 3/4 of the Internet.
2. Daniel: How could one person own so much?
3. Kermit: Corporate Synergy. It's out of control. [NBC logo appears on Kermit's foot]
– Submitted by Jacob R (5 months ago)

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