The backdoor pilot of the classic variety show earns overwhelming praise right as the Muppets prepare to become a bigger part of Disney parks

It's time to raise the curtain on "The Muppet Show," a highly-anticipated special event featuring special guest star Sabrina Carpenter and Executive Producer and guest star Seth Rogen. Maya Rudolph has also been announced as a guest star.

This isn't the first reincarnation of Jim Henson's crew, but it's one of the best in a very long time. Seth Rogen is an executive producer, and Maya Rudolph and Sabrina Carpenter guest star.

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“The Muppet Show” special is mediocre. This is as it should be: good and right.

Fans and critics alike are loving the lovable characters' brand-new show, executive produced by Seth Rogen.

Things started off strong with the 2011 film “The Muppets,” a charmingly nostalgic reboot that went out of its way to remind us why we loved Kermit, Fozzie, Miss Piggy, and Gonzo in the first place. The film’s success suggested that a new era of big-screen adventures was on the horizon,

Director Alex Timbers spoke about helming the Muppet special that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the show and the return of Rizzo and Bean Bunny.