Muppet Magic Comes to Canterbury
Get ready to be enchanted by a beloved Christmas classic with a Muppet twist, as The Muppet Christmas Carol screens at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre. With its unique blend of music, comedy, and heartwarming drama, this film is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Dir: Brian Henson
Cast: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, David Rudman, Don Austen, Jessica Fox
86 mins · 1992 · United States of America · Cert U · English
IMDb 7.8/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 78% · Metacritic 64/100 · TMDB 7.5/10 · Trakt 79%
Awards: 2 wins & 1 nomination total
Family Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol
6 Dec 2026
Gulbenkian Arts Centre (Canterbury)
The Muppet Christmas Carol boasts an impressive array of talents, including Michael Caine as the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, alongside Muppet performers Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, and Frank Oz. This 1992 American Christmas musical film, directed by Brian Henson, brings a fresh and imaginative take to the classic Dickens tale, with a screenplay written by Jerry Juhl.
As a family-friendly film, The Muppet Christmas Carol is a perfect choice for the holiday season, with its uplifting story, catchy musical numbers, and stunning special effects. The film's reputation has grown over the years, with many considering it one of the best Christmas films of all time. With scores of 7.8/10 on IMDb, 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 79% on Trakt, it's clear that audiences and critics alike have fallen in love with this Muppet masterpiece.
The Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury will screen The Muppet Christmas Carol on Sunday, 6 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. This special screening is a wonderful opportunity to experience the magic of the Muppets on the big screen, and to enjoy a holiday classic with family and friends.
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What viewers say
justicerulez · 9/10
Probably my favorite version of The Christmas Carol. It's really just about a perfect family Christmas film. Michael Caine is able to pull off the cruel and miserly Scrooge as well as display the regret and despair that is so important in making Ebenezer's turn feel fulfilling. Add in great muppet versions of the supporting characters and some very good, if not great, songs and you have a classic. It has laughs, but more importantly for this…
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FinFan · 9/10
Whenever you´ve had a bad day try a Muppet movie. Works for me every time.
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Earthsconflict · 10/10
What a great movie... Michael Caine was amazing as Scrooge
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Jim222001 · 9/10
In my opinion, the best Muppet movie ever. So of course it only has 71% good reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. Meanwhile, it's a pretty flawless version.
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Jim222001 · 9/10
Shows how boring critics are, that this isn’t certified fresh. Has great music, fine sets and Michael Caine in good form as Scrooge. Just the perfect Christmas family film.
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jarvis-8243417 · 9/10
Charles Dickens and the Muppets come together in the most magical way to create a brilliant rendition of the beloved classic, A Christmas Carol. With Brian Henson at the helm, the Muppets brave a new world and deliver an enchanting film that’s inspired and charming. The Muppet Christmas Carol is a wonderfully fun and faithful adaptation that truly captures the spirit of the tale. What’s striking is just how faithful an adaptation this is; going…
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KurtMoney · 9/10
Rizzo the Rat is HYSTERICAL. Dude was cracking me up. When he kissed Gonzo on the nose! I lost it!!!! Watching Manhattan now just to get more Rizzo. I was a Gonzo guy growing up but this Rizzo dude is my fave now.
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Parmlog · 8/10
A Christmas Carol, but with the Muppets, it's done incredibly well and is a great film to watch if you like The Muppets and could use some Christmas Spirit
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