Muppets Christmas Carol Special
Get into the holiday spirit with a unique twist on a classic tale, featuring the beloved Muppets and Michael Caine. This special screening includes bloopers from the film, giving a behind-the-scenes look at its making.
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
The Muppet Christmas Carol (plus bloopers!) (U)
22 Dec 2026
Fabrica (Brighton)
In a world where Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, the Muppets bring their own brand of joy and laughter to this classic tale. • The film features an all-star cast, including Michael Caine as Scrooge and the Muppets' own Kermit and Miss Piggy. • With a runtime of 86 minutes, this family-friendly film is a fun and festive take on a Christmas classic, suitable for all ages. • The screening will take place on Tuesday, 22 December 2026, at Fabrica in Brighton, and tickets are on sale with the button beside this article.
The Muppet Christmas Carol has received widespread acclaim, with scores of 7.8/10 on IMDb, 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 79% on Trakt. Viewers have praised the film for its unique blend of gentle comedy, strong storytelling, and poignant lyrics, making it a perfect Christmas family film. With its stunning direction, flawless acting, and great music, this film is a must-see for fans of the Muppets and Christmas classics alike.
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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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