The Muppet Show Draws Nearly 8 Million Viewers in One Week

Nearly 8 million viewers tuned in to “The Muppet Show” revival special featuring Sabrina Carpenter, which aired on Disney+ and ABC starting February 4th. The special was met with rave reviews, boasting an impressive 100% Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes from critics, which only dropped slightly to 98% after audience reviews came in. Fans and critics alike praised the show’s return to its roots, calling it clever, earnest, and just right.

The success of the special has fans clamoring for more, and it seems Disney is already hard at work on new episodes. Journalist Drew Taylor mentioned on his podcast, Fine Tooning, that new episodes are in the works, sparking even more excitement among viewers.

Directed by Alex Timbers, the special brought together a talented cast of Muppet performers, including Bill Barretta, Dave Goelz, Eric Jacobson, Peter Linz, David Rudman, and Matt Vogel. Carpenter was the special guest star, with appearances by Maya Rudolph and executive producer Seth Rogen. The show was a collaborative effort, with Carpenter, Timbers, Vogel, Jacobson, and several others serving as executive producers.

The Muppets themselves, led by Kermit the Frog, took to Instagram to celebrate the special’s success with a resounding “YAAAAAAYYYY!!!!” With such a positive response, fans and critics can’t wait to see what’s next for “The Muppet Show.” Let us know on social media if you’re excited for more Muppet madness!