Ep 8. Guest: Steve Martin
- November 4, 1977
Guest: Steve Martin is the eighth episode in the second season of The Muppet Show. This episode features the iconic comedian, actor and writer Steve Martin as the guest star. Martin has a knack for comedy and brings his wit and humor to the Muppet Theater.
The episode begins with Kermit the Frog introducing Steve Martin to the audience. Martin takes the stage and delivers a great opening monologue, which sets the tone for the rest of the show. Throughout the episode, Martin engages in a series of comic skits with the Muppets, including a memorable performance with Kermit in a ventriloquist act.
The episode also features musical numbers, with Steve Martin playing the banjo and singing a rendition of the classic tune "Dueling Banjos" alongside the Muppet band. Later in the show, Martin and the Muppets perform a medley of classic songs, including "Put on a Happy Face" and "That Old Black Magic."
One of the highlights of the episode is a sketch called "The Great Flydini," in which Steve Martin plays a magician who performs a series of magic tricks involving flies. The sketch is full of slapstick humor and clever illusions, and Martin's deadpan delivery makes it even funnier.
Throughout the episode, Steve Martin interacts with a variety of Muppets, including Statler and Waldorf, who heckle him from the balcony. Martin also appears in a number of backstage segments, where he jokes around with the Muppets and talks about his experiences working on the show.
Guest: Steve Martin is a classic episode of The Muppet Show and showcases the best of both Martin's comedic talents and the Muppets' unique brand of humor. Martin's performance is subtle and understated, allowing the Muppets to shine as the true stars of the show. The episode is sure to leave audiences laughing and entertained, and is a must-watch for fans of both Steve Martin and The Muppets.