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Muppet Treasure Island (1996)

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Reviews Counted:21

Fresh:14

Rotten:7

Average Rating:6/10

Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: Those irrepressible Muppets return, this time in a rollicking, musical adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic "Treasure Island." When Jim Hawkins, a young orphan, comes to possess a... Those irrepressible Muppets return, this time in a rollicking, musical adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic "Treasure Island." When Jim Hawkins, a young orphan, comes to possess a secret treasure map, he sets sail with mild-mannered Capt. Smollet (Kermit-the-Frog) and a host of assorted Muppets and humans in search of the wealth. And, as always when the Muppets are involved, the adventure is filled with songs, wacky humor, and irreverent silliness. That is, until one of the crew members, Long John Silver, reveals his dark, dastardly side, immediately putting the shipmates -- and possession of the coveted map -- in danger. Will our heroes tarnish Silver's wicked plans? And if so, will they ever find the treasure? And how will the amphibious Capt. Smollet react when he's reunited with ex-flame Benjamina Gunn (Miss Piggy)? [More]

Starring: Muppets, Tim Curry, Kevin Bishop, Jennifer Saunders

Starring: Muppets, Tim Curry, Kevin Bishop, Jennifer Saunders, Billy Connolly

Director: Brian Henson

Director: Brian Henson

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Jun 4, 2002

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  • Muppet Treasure Island
  • Robert Louis Stevenson's classic pirate tale takes on a life of its own in the hands of the hilarious Muppets(TM)! MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND(TM) -- the Muppets' very first action-adventure -- is the fun-packed, music-filled, high-seas swashbuckler the entire family will enjoy over and over. It all begins when young Jim Hawkins inherits a long-lost map to a pirate's treasure. Jim hires the great ship Hispaniola, where he meets the good Captain Smollett (Kermit the Frog) and the evil yet charming Long John Silver (Tim Curry). With adventure in their hearts and treasure chests of gold in their eyes, they set sail on the bounding main only to discover danger at every turn -- including Benjamina Gunn (Miss Piggy), Treasure Island's worshipped love goddess who's dressed to kill! Featuring a rollicking musical score by Academy Award(R)-winning Hans Zimmer (THE LION KING, 1994), MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND is a real gem that "explodes with wit, weirdness, and wildy inventive fun." (New York Post)
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    Reviews for Muppet Treasure Island

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Feb., 09 2006 03:17 AM

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    2/4

    David Nusair

    ...has little to offer all but the most die-hard Muppet fan.

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Jan., 07 2006 04:15 AM

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    3/4

    Peter Canavese

    The humor is up to Muppet par, with physical comedy, puns, running jokes, and layered gags...Muppet Treasure Island is grand family entertainment. [new DVD review]

    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Dec., 13 2005 04:34 PM

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    1/5

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    comment Comment | Nov., 03 2005 05:06 AM

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    comment Comment | Sep., 02 2005 01:46 PM

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    Gregory Weinkauf

    There's a gaping hole with Jim gone, however his son directs with great energy, and it's almost impossible not to like Tim Curry and a bunch of Muppets on a reasonably literary pirate ship.

    comment Comment | Aug., 12 2005 05:17 AM

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    Josh Gilchrist

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    comment Comment | Jul., 29 2003 12:48 PM

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    Fred Topel

    Disappointing Muppet movie. Too much Treasure Island, not enough Muppets.

    comment Comment | Jul., 14 2003 01:40 AM

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    Robert Roten

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    Full Review Source: | comment Comment | Mar., 27 2003 05:01 PM

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    3/5

    James Sanford

    Lively, enjoyable Muppet madness

    comment Comment | Jan., 12 2003 08:34 AM

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    3/5

    Rob Vaux

    Pirates and the Muppets turn out to be a natural fit, even without the late Jim Henson.

    comment Comment | Jan., 11 2003 03:53 PM

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    comment Comment | Oct., 17 2002 04:23 PM

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