Jim Henson Idea Man

Jim Henson Idea Man is an American documentary film directed by Ron Howard, and is about the puppeteer and creator of The Muppets: Jim Henson. The film was released on May 31, 2024.
==Synopsis==
"Jim Henson Idea Man" takes us into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard captures Henson's restless creativity, ambition, and artistic evolution in the style and spirit of his complex subject, an artist who revolutionized television, inspired generations, and created some of the world's most beloved characters. Featuring new interviews with Henson's closest collaborators and children, as well as never-before-seen materials from his personal archives—including home movies, photographs, sketches, and diaries— Howard brings us an entertaining and insightful look at a man whose boundless imagination changed the world.
==Reception==
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 38 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.8/10. The website's consensus reads: "A rich and warm overview of Jim Henson's life and career that avoids simplistic hagiography, Ron Howard's documentary will give audiences a much clearer idea of the pioneering puppeteer's artistry." Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned the film a score of 68 out of 100, based on 11 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.
==Video==
Jim Henson Idea Man - Official Trailer - Disney+
==Gallery==
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==References==
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Category:Documentaries
Category:Live-action films
Category:2024 films
Category:Disney+ Originals
Category:The Muppets
Category:Emmy Award winning shows