Disney still can't get its Muppet act together
After scoring a handful of Emmy nods and wins, there’s been little talk about continuing The Muppet Show at Disney.
Disney continues to struggle with its Muppet franchise, despite the recent success of a Seth Rogen and Sabrina Carpenter-led special that aired on The Muppet Show. Despite the show's critical acclaim and massive viewership, bringing the Muppets back for a full television series remains elusive. Disney has attempted to reintroduce the characters with various projects since purchasing them in 2004, including The Muppets in 2011, Muppets Most Wanted in 2013, and adult-oriented talk shows in 2016 and 2020.
However, all of these efforts have been met with mixed results. The most recent attempt, The Muppet Show, was intended as a backdoor pilot for a television series but has yet to yield any new episodes. Sources claim the issue lies in Disney's inability to determine the proper direction for the beloved characters, suggesting that the Muppets may be better suited for the stage.
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