The Great Muppet Caper

The Great Muppet Caper

Year: 1981

Runtime: 97 min

Language: English

AdventureMysteryComedyCrimeFamilyMusical

In this zany adventure, three intrepid Muppet journalists - Kermit, Fozzie, and Gonzo - take on a daring jewel heist case in London's iconic Happiness Hotel. As they delve into the mystery, Miss Piggy joins the investigation, only to be framed by Lady Holiday's cunning brother Nicky. Can this trio of unlikely detectives solve the crime and clear Piggy's name?

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1

Dismissed from the Daily Chronicle

Kermit the Frog and Fozzie Bear, investigative reporters, are unexpectedly dismissed from their jobs after failing to report on a major jewel theft properly. They are left contemplating their futures and the potential repercussions of their mistake.

Daily Chronicle Office
2

Kermit's Proposal for Redemption

In a bid to regain their credibility, Kermit approaches their editor, Mr. Tarkanian, with a bold proposal. He suggests going to London to investigate the jewel theft and interview the victim, the esteemed fashion designer Lady Holiday.

Daily Chronicle Office
3

Creative Solutions for Transportation

With only $12 to their names, Kermit and Fozzie must find inventive ways to travel to London. They partner with their resourceful friend, Gonzo the Great, who cleverly hides them in the cargo hold of an airplane to save money.

Airplane Cargo Hold
4

Ejection from the Airplane

The adventure takes an unexpected turn when Kermit and Fozzie are ejected from the airplane mid-flight. They find themselves unexpectedly parachuting into the picturesque British countryside without any real plan.

British Countryside
5

Arrival at Happiness Hotel

Upon landing, Kermit and Fozzie seek refuge in the shabby yet free Happiness Hotel. They are greeted by a colorful cast of Muppets, including the charming Lady Holiday and her sly brother Nicky.

Happiness Hotel
6

Kermit's Visit to Lady Holiday's Office

The following day, Kermit attempts to meet with Lady Holiday but mistakenly falls for her receptionist, Miss Piggy. She impersonates Lady Holiday with flair, intending to catch Kermit's eye and win his affection.

Lady Holiday's Office
7

The Dinner Date at the Dubonnet Club

During an extravagant dinner at the Dubonnet Club, the real Lady Holiday's stunning necklace is stolen by her brother Nicky and his fashion model accomplices. Miss Piggy's impersonation gets exposed, leaving Kermit bewildered and alone.

Dubonnet Club
8

Gonzo's Ruined Evidence

Gonzo manages to capture photographic evidence of the theft, but calamity strikes when the film gets ruined. This setback dashes Kermit and Fozzie's hopes of proving Miss Piggy's innocence and finding the real thieves.

Dubonnet Club
9

Emotional Encounter in the Park

Kermit and Miss Piggy meet in the park to mend their relationship, yet Nicky's obsession with Miss Piggy complicates matters. Nicky schemes to frame Miss Piggy as the thief for Lady Holiday's necklace, escalating the conflict.

Park
10

A New Heist Scheme Unveiled

Gonzo overhears Nicky's plot to steal the extremely valuable Baseball Diamond during a fashion show. The stakes are raised as Kermit and Fozzie realize they must act quickly to prevent the theft and clear Miss Piggy's name.

Mallory Gallery
11

Infiltrating the Mallory Gallery

Determined to save the day, Kermit and Fozzie gather their Muppet friends to infiltrate the gallery. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew at the helm, they attempt to disable the security system using Bunsen's eccentric inventions to create comedic chaos.

Mallory Gallery
12

Kermit Captured by Nicky

As Nicky captures Kermit at gunpoint, the tension rises dramatically. Just when it seems all hope is lost, Miss Piggy, having executed her own escape, crashes through the gallery windows, ready to confront Nicky and his team.

Mallory Gallery
13

Miss Piggy's Daring Rescue

In a spectacular display of martial arts, Miss Piggy unleashes her fury on Nicky and his accomplices, saving Kermit in the process. The ensuing chaos leads to Nicky's apprehension by the authorities.

Mallory Gallery
14

Exoneration and Return

After Miss Piggy's heroic actions lead to her exoneration and Nicky's capture, the Muppets prepare to return home. They resort to their unconventional parachuting methods once again, generating laughter from their recent escapades.

Mallory Gallery
15

Gonzo's Last Chance Photo

As a finale to their adventure, Gonzo seizes the opportunity to snap one last picture of the delighted audience. He promises to send each viewer a keepsake, solidifying the connection between the Muppets and their fans.

Last Updated: November 22, 2024 at 13:49

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