The cast of performers over the course of the series consisted of Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Fran Brill, Eren Özker, Louise Gold, Kathryn Mullen, Karen Prell, Brian Muehl, Bob Payne, and John Lovelady. As The Muppet Show became popular, many celebrities were eager to perform with the Muppets on television and in subsequent films.

The Muppet Show is also known for its uniquely designed characters, burlesque nature, physical slapstick, sometimes absurdist humour, and parodies.

Within its context, Kermit the Frog acts as showrunner and host, who tries to maintain control of the overwhelming antics of the other Muppet characters, as well as appease the rotating slate of guest stars. The Muppet Show is presented as a variety show, featuring recurring sketches and musical numbers interspersed with plotlines taking place backstage and in other areas of the venue. The programme was produced and recorded at Elstree Studios, England. Five seasons, totalling 120 episodes, were broadcast on ATV and other ITV franchises in the United Kingdom and in later first-run syndication through CBS in the US from 1976 to 1981. While neither episode was moved forward as a series and other networks in the United States rejected Henson's proposals, British producer Lew Grade expressed enthusiasm for the project and agreed to co-produce The Muppet Show for the British channel ATV. The series originated as two pilot episodes produced by Henson for ABC in 19, respectively. The Muppet Show is a comedy television series created by Jim Henson and featuring the Muppets.

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