The Muppets are returning to Disney+ next month with their highly-anticipated, star-studded Halloween special titled Muppets Haunted Mansion. The lovable bunch is having an exciting year considering their first series, The Muppet Show, also hit Disney+ back in February. With the exception of two full episodes, all five seasons of the beloved series are available to watch on the streaming service, which has allowed a whole new generation to appreciate The Muppets’ early years. The series originated with two pilot episodes featuring Juliet Prowse and Connie Stevens, but it was the show’s fifth episode that ended up being the first to air thanks to its electric guest star, Rita Moreno. That episode aired on September 18th, 1976, which means today marks 45 years since the series officially premiered. In honor of this special occasion, The Muppets have taken to social media to celebrate.
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