Top 25 Outdoor Movie: The Muppet Movie
One of the final movies on our Top 25 Outdoor Movies of All Time list is the 1979 classic, The Muppet Movie. This Jim Henson creation is arguably one of the top family films of all time, and it had to make our list of the best outdoor movies. There are a handful of reasons it made the list, so let’s get into them.
The Muppet Movie is a film-within-a-film, opening with a crowd of Muppets in a screening room about to watch a movie in which they all star. Their movie begins with Kermit the Frog singing in a swamp and riding his bicycle. The song is the famous “Rainbow Connection,” which was nominated for an Oscar.
Kermit is then approached by a movie agent who recognizes his great talent and encourages him to head to Hollywood to “make millions of people happy.” Inspired, Kermit sets out across the country hoping to reach Hollywood and delight families everywhere.
Along the way he meets his Muppet friends, including Fozzie Bear, Animal, and others. But Kermit is also pursued by the owner of a frog-legs fast-food chain, who wants Kermit to be the spokesfrog for his company. Kermit, however, is determined to reach Hollywood, and against all odds continues on his path.
The Muppet Movie is, at heart, a story about America and a great example of diversity and unity as we all work together. It’s a reminder that no matter who we are or where we come from, we can achieve great things.
The Muppet Movie is a great choice for your next outdoor movie, whether you’re looking to entertain thousands at your next city parks and recreation event or want to spend time with your family enjoying backyard cinema under the stars!
A pre-show activity could include a puppet show, and could even feature the stars of the movie! You’ll likely have many families and young children attending your outdoor movie night, so this is a great way to keep everyone entertained while you wait for the sun to go down.
You could also host Muppet-related games and trivia, with prizes donated by local companies. That way you engage your local businesses and community in general while entertaining the families at the event.
If anyone has shown this movie, please send us some images, or post your comment in the section below! We can’t wait to hear how your outdoor movie screening of The Muppet Movie went.