Disney+ debuted the official trailer for Jim Henson Idea Man, the documentary chronicling the story of extraordinary artist and visionary Jim Henson, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond.
Release Date
Directed by Ron Howard, Jim Henson Idea Man world premieres at Cannes Film Festival, and then streaming on May 31, 2024 on Disney+.
Synopsis
In his 36-year career, Henson created some of the world’s most cherished characters, including classic Muppets like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy and all of Sesame Street’s iconic residents, including Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Henson also directed beloved fantasy films like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
Produced with the full participation and cooperation of the Henson family, “Jim Henson Idea Man” is an unprecedented, intimate look at Henson’s illustrious, revolutionary career and complex personal life. Using never-before-seen personal archival home movies, photographs, sketches, and Henson’s personal diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew him best, the film is the definitive portrait of one of the world’s most inspiring and iconoclastic creators.
Official Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Jim Henson Idea Man
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