Watch It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie is a 2002 holiday film that brings back the beloved puppets of Jim Henson's Muppets. The movie starts off with Kermit the Frog (performed by Steve Whitmire) feeling down because the whole world seems to be lacking in holiday cheer. In a bid to lift his spirits, he decides to throw a big Christmas party at the local theater.

However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when the miserly banker, Rachel Bitterman (Joan Cusack), threatens to foreclose on the theater on Christmas Eve. To make matters worse, she plans to build a shiny new nightclub in its place, leaving the Muppets without a home.

With time running out, Kermit decides to take a journey to find out what life would be like had he never existed. Along the way, he meets a guardian angel named Daniel (David Arquette) who shows him the impact he has had on the lives of his Muppet friends, including the romantic relationships between Miss Piggy (Eric Jacobson) and Kermit himself.

As Kermit is learning the pitfalls of being erased from existence, Rachel Bitterman is making herself at home in the theater. The Muppets band together to thwart her plans and save the theater, but they quickly find that it won't be easy. They enlist the help of celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg and David Arquette, as well as a ragtag bunch of street performers, in a bid to put on one last big show that will save the theater from being shuttered.

Meanwhile, Kermit is still trying to gain an understanding of his place in the world. He joins a rock band, falls in love with a new pig named Joan C. Rivers (played by Joan Rivers), and even ends up in some dangerous situations. Through it all, he ultimately comes to realize just how much he means to the Muppets and the world at large.

The movie is full of classic Muppet humor, including self-referential jokes and meta-commentary on the nature of holiday specials. It also features many classic Muppet personalities, including Gonzo (performed by Dave Goelz), Rizzo the Rat (Steve Whitmire), and Swedish Chef (performed by Bill Barretta).

Ultimately, It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie is a heartwarming story about the power of love, friendship, and community. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Muppets or just looking for a fun and festive holiday adventure, there's something for everyone in this charming and hilarious movie.

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie is a 2002 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.3.