Review of The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) by Alex M — 24 Apr 2008

The best! The Muppet Show should come back on air, someone would screw that up though...

This review of The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) was written by Alex M on 24 Apr 2008.

The Muppets Take Manhattan has generally received positive reviews.

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By Michael W (3,003) on 06 Oct 2012

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By Robert I (1,833) on 04 Jan 2013

Like the best Muppets films, this is one that both kids and adults can watch, and be equally entertained…

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Before I start, I just want to make one thing clear. I haven't seen The Muppet Movie in years…

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By Dylan D (818) on 24 Jun 2014

They don't make 'em like this anymore, but maybe they don't need to…

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By Patrick F (771) on 06 Oct 2012

My least favorite of the Muppet films, but still enjoyable. The Muppet Babies flashback also adds entertainment value…

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By Chris B (2,902) on 12 Dec 2017

Before I start, I just want to make one thing clear. I haven't seen The Muppet Movie in years…

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