First Look at the New 'Muppets' Show

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'The Muppets' try a new format, return to TV in the fall.

Published May 12 2015 3:20PM EDT

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In the 1970s, Muppet creator Jim Henson proved that his creations were ready for prime time. The Muppet Show ran for five hit seasons on CBS, in the days when there were fewer than 40 cable channels.

Alex Chancey

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First Look at the New 'Muppets' Show

'The Muppets' try a new format, return to TV in the fall.

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Alex Chancey