“Jim Henson Idea Man,” an intimate look at the life and career of the founder of cherished characters from “Sesame Street,” “The Muppet Show,” and more will air on Disney+ in May 2024, and the streamer has released the official trailer for the documentary.
The Details
Directed by Academy Award(R) winner Ron Howard, “Jim Henson Idea Man” chronicles the story of extraordinary artist and visionary Jim Henson.
In his 36-year career, Henson created some of the world’s most cherished characters, including classic Muppets like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, and all of the iconic residents of “Sesame Street,” including Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Henson also directed beloved fantasy films like “The Dark Crystal” and “Labyrinth.”
Produced with the full participation and cooperation of the Henson family, “Jim Henson Idea Man” is an unprecedented, intimate look at Henson’s illustrious, revolutionary career and complex personal life.
Using never-before-seen personal archival home movies, photographs, sketches, and Henson’s personal diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew him best, the film is the definitive portrait of one of the world’s most inspiring and iconoclastic creators.
This Original documentary will premiere May 31 on Disney+.
The Trailer
Henson created the characters that gave us all lasting memories. Take a look at what to expect from this look at his life…and you might want to have a tissue handy: