Disney+ has unveiled a first look at “The Muppet Show” event special, which is slated to premiere on Feb. 4, 2026. The special will also air on ABC. In the special, the Muppets will return to the Muppet Theatre to produce a variety show,

It is time to light the lights and once again meet the Muppets as Disney and ABC will air a Muppet Show special event from Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg with pop star Sabrina Carpenter

Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the gang are bringing their special brand of music and comedy abck to the screen. It’s hard to keep a good Muppet down. Despite premiering way back in 1976, “The Muppet Show” and its indefatigable felt stars aren’t ready to throw in the towel!

The Muppet Show team has finally treated us to a preview of what they have been up to after years of speculation and fan wish-lists, and yes, it is typical Muppet chaos.

Disney has confirmed that The Muppet Show will return for a major “television event” special on February 4, 2026. This announcement, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of Jim Henson’s original 1976 variety series, was accompanied by a nostalgic teaser trailer that has fans of the felt-covered troupe reaching for their banjos.

Disney gets back to basics with a new edition of The Muppet Show. In 2026, it will finally be time to play the music. Now, more than any other point since Disney bought the rights to the characters in 2004, is the time to light the lights. This is the exact correct point for The Muppet Show.

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