Get ready to fall in love with your favorite felt friends all over again! The Muppet Show is back, and this time, it’s bringing a star-studded lineup that’ll make even Miss Piggy blush. But here’s where it gets exciting: Sabrina Carpenter is stepping into the spotlight to hype up the one and only diva of the Muppet world—Miss Piggy herself. In a teaser trailer that dropped during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest, Carpenter reminds everyone (as if we needed it) that Miss Piggy is, indeed, an icon. And let’s be honest, who better to crown the queen of glam than a pop sensation like Carpenter? Watch the teaser above to see the magic unfold!
But this isn’t just about Miss Piggy stealing the show—though, let’s face it, she always does. The teaser also gives us a sneak peek at executive producer Seth Rogen chatting backstage with Fozzie Bear. Rogen gushes about how being part of The Muppet Show has always been a dream of his, to which Fozzie delivers a hilariously awkward response: ‘Ooh... got any other dreams?’ It’s classic Fozzie humor, and it’s a reminder of why we fell in love with these characters in the first place. And this is the part most people miss: even though this is technically a one-off special airing on ABC and Disney+ on February 4, Kermit the Frog’s narration hints at a potential comeback. ‘It’s the return of The Muppet Show, back on the very stage where it all started... and then ended... and is maybe starting again, depending on how tonight goes,’ he croaks. Could this be the beginning of a full revival? Only time—and viewer enthusiasm—will tell.
For those who need a refresher, the original Muppet Show (think Saturday Night Live meets puppetry perfection) ran from 1976 to 1981, hosting a who’s who of legendary guests. This new special feels like a love letter to that era, blending nostalgia with fresh faces like Carpenter and Rogen. But here’s the controversial question: Can a modern reboot truly capture the magic of the original? Some fans argue that the charm of the Muppets lies in their simplicity, while others believe updates like this are necessary to keep them relevant. What do you think? Is this the revival we’ve been waiting for, or is it better to leave the past where it belongs? Hit PLAY on the teaser above, then sound off in the comments—we want to hear your thoughts!
