As warm, fuzzy, and deeply felt as a hug from Fozzie Bear, Ron Howard’s new documentary takes the measure of Jim Henson, the man behind the Muppets (and Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, The Dark ...

Jim Henson didn’t set out to become a famous puppeteer or create characters beloved by children—and adults—worldwide. He made puppets simply because he wanted to work in television.

“Jim Henson: Idea Man” threads a difficult needle, celebrating the creative genius of the Muppets mastermind without sidestepping or whitewashing the thornier aspects of his personal ...

Award-winning director Ron Howard discusses his Disney+ documentary "Jim Henson: Idea Man," delving into the story of one of the world's most renowned creators. (Disney is the parent company of ...

In the special, the life and storied career of Jim Henson will be examined by some of those who resm most. Here’s the information you’ll need to watch a free live stream of “Jim Henson ...

The new Disney+ documentary “Jim Henson Idea Man” conjures the life and mind of the visionary who created the Muppets and changed not only an art form, but also the parameters of storytelling.

The director explains role Henson's wife played in the creation of the Muppets. Award-winning director Ron Howard discusses his Disney+ documentary "Jim Henson: Idea Man," delving into the story ...

By Alissa Wilkinson I don’t need to tell you that Jim Henson’s work is ubiquitous and beloved, foundational to childhood across several generations of “Sesame Street” watchers and ...