Get ready to play the music and light the lights again! Rumors are swirling that The Muppet Show might be gearing up for a triumphant return with brand new episodes.
Following the recent release of a much-anticipated revival special featuring pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter, whispers from the entertainment industry suggest that the creative team is already hard at work on writing new material. While Disney has yet to officially announce a full season or even more standalone specials, the buzz is certainly building!
But here's where it gets interesting... The initial reports of new episodes originated from journalist Drew Taylor on his podcast, 'Fine Tooning.' During a conversation with co-host Jim Hill, Taylor shared, "They’re working on writing episodes right now for future installments, Jim, so I just hope that it happens." This insider tidbit has fans on the edge of their seats!
Before its release, the recent special achieved a perfect 100% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes, a testament to its quality. While that score has since settled slightly to a still-impressive 98%, the critic consensus perfectly captured the magic: "It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights — this spirited return to The Muppet Show’s roots is clever, earnest, and feels exactly right." It seems the show has indeed found its groove once more.
The standalone special itself was a star-studded affair, directed by Alex Timbers. It brought back beloved Muppet performers like Bill Barretta, Dave Goelz, Eric Jacobson, Peter Linz, David Rudman, and Matt Vogel. They were joined by guest star Sabrina Carpenter, with notable appearances from Maya Rudolph and executive producer Seth Rogen. The special also boasted an impressive list of executive producers, including Carpenter, Timbers, Vogel, Jacobson, David Lightbody, Leigh Slaughter, Michael Steinbach, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Alex McAtee, and Albertina Rizzo.
This delightful return premiered on Disney+ and ABC on February 4, 2026.
And this is the part most people miss... While the special was a critical darling, the question remains: will this positive reception translate into a full-blown new season? Some might argue that a few well-crafted specials are better than a rushed season that could dilute the magic. What do you think? Should Disney greenlight a full season, or would you prefer more standalone specials like the one we just saw?
Did you catch the latest Muppet Show special? We'd love to hear your thoughts! Share your opinions with us on social media. Do you agree with the critics that this was a perfect return to form, or did it miss the mark in some way? Let us know in the comments below!
