Muppets From Space

1999, Comedy/Kids & family, 1h 28m

57 Reviews 25,000+ Ratings

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If Muppets from Space lacks the magic and wit of its cinematic predecessors, this pleasingly silly space romp is funny and clever enough to make for better-than-average family entertainment. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

With enormous enthusiasm and unsinkable optimism, daredevil Gonzo steps into his first starring role in "Muppets From Space," a hilarious extraterrestrial adventure about the search for Gonzo's past. On a quest with buddy Rizzo to find his real family, Gonzo discovers that his long-lost relatives are actually aliens from a distant planet.
  • Rating:
    G
  • Genre:
    Comedy, Kids & family
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Tim Hill
  • Producer:
    Martin G. Baker, Brian Henson
  • Writer:
    Jerry Juhl, Joey Mazzarino, Ken Kaufman
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $16.3M
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Columbia Pictures
  • Sound Mix:
    SDDS, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Surround, Dolby SR
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Jeffrey Tambor
K. Edgar 'Ed' Singer
F. Murray Abraham
Noah
Rob Schneider
TV Producer
Josh Charles
Agent Barker
Ray Liotta
Guardian of the Gate #1
David Arquette
Dr. Tucker
Andie MacDowell
Shelley Snipes
Kathy Griffin
Armed Femaile 'Guardian of the Hollway'
Pat Hingle
General Luft
Hulk Hogan
Man in Black
Dave Goelz
Gonzo, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew
Voice
Steve Whitmire
Kermit the Frog, Rizzo the Rat, Beaker, Cosmic Fish #1
Voice
Bill Barretta
Pepe, Johnny Fiama, Renthro (Bobo), Dr. Teeth, Rowlf the Dog, The Swedish Chef
Voice
Jerry Nelson
Sergeant Floyd Pepper
Voice
Brian Henson
Dr. Phil Van Neuter, Sal Minella, Talking Sandwich
Voice
Kevin Clash
Clifford
Voice
Frank Oz
Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Animal, Sam Eagle
Voice
Veronica Alicino
TV Stage Manager
David Lenthall
Mikey the Cameraman
Richard Fullerton
Guardian of the Gate #2
Tim Hill
Director
Jerry Juhl
Writer
Joey Mazzarino
Writer
Ken Kaufman
Writer
Stephanie Allain
Executive Producer
Martin G. Baker
Producer
Kristine Belson
Executive Producer
Timothy M. Bourne
Co-Producer
Brian Henson
Producer
Alex Rockwell
Co-Producer
Jamshied Sharifi
Original Music
Alan Caso
Cinematography
Richard Pearson
Film Editing
Michael A. Stevenson
Film Editing
Allison Cowitt
Casting
Mike Fenton
Casting
Stephen Marsh
Production Design
Alan Cassie
Art Director
William G. Davis
Art Director
Marthe Pineau
Set Decoration
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Critic Reviews for Muppets From Space

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Audience Reviews for Muppets From Space

  • Aug 25, 2012
    The Muppets move from classic literature to sci-fi adventure in Muppets From Space. The film follows Gonzo's search to find out who he is and where he comes from after he seemingly receives a secret message from beyond. The series returns to the cameo format and features appearance by David Arquette, Ray Liotta, Kathy Griffin, and Andie MacDowell, among others. However, a lot of the Muppet brand of humor is missing; breaking the fourth wall, impromptu musical numbers, etc. In fact, the music in the film is completely uncharacteristic of the Muppets, it's all retro pop music instead of original song and dance numbers. There's fun and laughs to be had in Muppets From Space, but it's not true to the Muppet formula of comedy or to the characters themselves.
    Dann M Super Reviewer
  • Apr 22, 2012
    It wasn't the greatest muppet movie, but it still delivered - offering up laughs and funny celebrity guest spots.
    Sarah P Super Reviewer
  • Oct 23, 2011
    Muppets from Space isn't nearly as good as the other Muppet features, but with a few fun scenes and a lighthearted feel, it is still a cute movie. Kids, however, will be hoping for more space action. Overall Rating: 62
    Bradley J Super Reviewer
  • Sep 27, 2011
    I'm quite unsure as to what rating to give this movie, despite the fact that I quite enjoyed it. It's not the best Muppet movie I've seen, but in its own it's entertaining. I just don't think it's as funny as it should be, but the Muppets are at least charming enough to carry it to a certain point and not much more past that. The funniest scenes are with Miss Piggy (as is typical) but there are not enough scene with her to make the movie better. So overall, a charming and light movie that probably isn't as good as it should've been. But I can find worse movies to watch than this one.
    Jesse O Super Reviewer
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