{
  "id": 16623610,
  "title": "Walton Goggins Replaces Michael Caine in ‘Muppet Christmas Carol’ Walmart Ad",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/walton-goggins-replaces-michael-caine-in-muppet-christmas-carol",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-26T16:20:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/culture-lifestyle/culture/muppet-christmas-carol-walmart-ad-walton-goggins/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 1992, \"The Muppet Christmas Carol\" became a beloved holiday classic, produced by Disney after Jim Henson's death. Over the years, the film has inspired new editions and merchandise, but there had never been an official sequel until now. Walmart has reunited the original cast, including Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Rizzo, Gonzo the Great, and even new characters like Pepe the King Prawn. The ad features a new Scrooge played by Walton Goggins, replacing the iconic Michael Caine, who now resides in retirement at the age of 93.\n\nThe clip, set to the song \"Scrooge\" from the original film, showcases impressive sets and costumes. The ad, titled \"A Who Knew Carol,\" aims to redefine what Walmart represents for consumers, following a summer-long promotional push led by Goggins. The Walmart spokesman's appearance in the ad serves as a tease for more content, including the reappearance of three new ghosts. This early start to the campaign, which began before Halloween, indicates Walmart's significant investment in their Christmas ad strategy.",
  "summary": "Stephanie Beatriz and Pepe the King Prawn also join the mega-store’s Christmas campaign The post Walton Goggins Replaces Michael Caine in ‘Muppet Christmas Carol’ Walmart Ad appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [
    "Walmart's holiday ad replaces Michael Caine with Walton Goggins as Scrooge.",
    "The 1992 Muppet Christmas Carol film inspires new editions and merchandise.",
    "Ad titled \"A Who Knew Carol\" aims to redefine Walmart's consumer image."
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}