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It’s Time to Play the Music: Sabrina Carpenter to Guest Star on 2026 ‘Muppet Show’ Special
The special marks The Muppet Show's 50th anniversary with original performers returning and Sabrina Carpenter guest-starring, aiming to launch a new series on Disney+.
- Disney+ will air a one-off Muppet Show special in 2026 starring Sabrina Carpenter, returning to the original variety format.
- This special event, set to air in 2026, celebrates five decades since the debut of the original Muppet Show, which aired from 1976 to 1981 and brought widespread acclaim to the franchise.
- The special features the Muppets producing a variety show at the Muppet Theatre, directed by Alex Timbers and co-produced by Point Grey Pictures and the Muppets Studio.
- Dave Goelz and six other veteran performers will reprise characters including Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo, with a diva-off between Carpenter and Miss Piggy highlighted as a key moment.
- The special is intended as an introductory episode that, if successful, could lead to the revival of The Muppet Show series, continuing Disney’s recent Muppet-related productions such as Haunted Mansion and Mayhem.
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Seth Rogen, Sabrina Carpenter to Bring Back The Muppet Show
It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights. It’s time to get things started — then quickly stop them again. ‘The Muppet Show’ is coming back to Disney+ for a one-off special with guest star Sabrina Carpenter.
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‘The Muppet Show’ Returns With Disney+ Special Produced By Seth Rogen & Guest Star Sabrina Carpenter; Will Serve As Backdoor Pilot
The Muppet Show is making a comeback with a reboot produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s Point Grey Pictures. Disney+ has ordered a television event featuring special guest star Sabrina Carpenter to premiere in 2026, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the classic original series. The variety special will serve as a backdoor pilot […]
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