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Muppet Treasure Island (DVD)

Muppets (actor), Tim Curry (actor) and Brian Henson (director)

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Synopsis

Those irrepressible Muppets return, this time in a rollicking, musical adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic "Treasure Island."
When Billy, a young orphan, comes to possess a secret treasure map, he sets sail with mild-mannered Capt. Smollet (Kermit-the-Frog) and a host of assorted Muppets and humans in search of the wealth. And, as always when the Muppets are involved, the adventure is filled with songs, wacky humor, and irreverent silliness. That is, until one of the crew members, Long John Silver, reveals his dark, dastardly side, immediately putting the shipmates -- and possession of the coveted map -- in danger. Will our heroes tarnish Silver's wicked plans? And if so, will they ever find the treasure? And how will the amphibious Capt. Smollet react when he's reunited with ex-flame Benjamina Gunn (Miss Piggy)?

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Review

USA Today, 02/16/1996, p.4D, "...Kermit looks quite dashing in his captain's uniform, and Miss Piggy gives Dorothy Lamour a run for her sarong as a jungle goddess worshipped by wild boars..." -- 3 out of 4 stars

Sight and Sound, 06/01/1996, p.47-8, "...A fairly sophisticated affair, allowing the vivid charm of the original to work on its own level as well as providing fodder for parody, slapstick and the vaudeville revue formula of the Muppets' television shows..."

Entertainment Weekly, 03/22/1996, p.55, "...Curry makes a fine, flashy Long John Silver....A hoot..." -- Rating: B+

Variety, 02/19/1996, "...Pure delight, and constantly inventive and engaging..."

Los Angeles Times, 02/16/1996, p.F12, "...A wonderful picture for children, a work of considerable artistry and craftsmanship that ought to please many adults as well..."

Title Note

Released theatrically in the USA February 16, 1996. The film grossed $32.9 million domestically.

Color by Technicolor.

The film was shot on location in the Virgin Islands.

Additional cast: Fozzie Bear (Squire Trelawney).

Additional credit: Kevin Clash (puppeteer coordination).

Director Brian Henson is the son of the late Jim Henson.

New Muppets include: Polly the Lobster; Clueless Morgan; Mad Monty; and Old Tom, Real Old Tom and Dead Tom (Deck Hands).

400 Muppets in all appear in the film.

Seven songs are included in the film.

Original soundtrack album on Angel.

Rated BBFC U by the British Board of Film Classification.

Copyright 1996 Jim Henson Productions.

Distributor Note

Muppet Treasure Island

Robert Louis Stevenson's classic pirate tale takes on a life of its own in the hands of the hilarious Muppets(TM)! MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND(TM) -- the Muppets' very first action-adventure -- is the fun-packed, music-filled, high-seas swashbuckler the entire family will enjoy over and over. It all begins when young Jim Hawkins inherits a long-lost map to a pirate's treasure. Jim hires the great ship Hispaniola, where he meets the good Captain Smollett (Kermit the Frog) and the evil yet charming Long John Silver (Tim Curry). With adventure in their hearts and treasure chests of gold in their eyes, they set sail on the bounding main only to discover danger at every turn -- including Benjamina Gunn (Miss Piggy), Treasure Island's worshipped love goddess who's dressed to kill! Featuring a rollicking musical score by Academy Award(R)-winning Hans Zimmer (THE LION KING, 1994), MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND is a real gem that "explodes with wit, weirdness, and wildy inventive fun." (New York Post)

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.

Release Note

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Hidden Treasure Commentary With Brian Henson
Featurette - 1. THE TALE OF THE STORY BEHIND THE TAIL
Interactive Features:
Scene Access
Interactive Menus
Treasure Island Sing-Along

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Hidden Treasure Commentary With Brian Henson
Featurette: THE TALE OF THE STORY BEHIND THE TAIL
Interactive Features:
Scene Access
Interactive Menus
Treasure Island Sing-Along

Product Notes

Kermit, Gonzo, Rizzo the Rat and Miss Piggy hit the high seas in this adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure tale in which young Jim Hawkins tries to keep his coveted treasure map from the dastardly Long John Silver.

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