Question 1

How was the iconic bike riding sequence in The Great Muppet Caper filmed?

Accepted Answer

The bike scene used radio-controlled bikes, marionette rigging, and bikes attached together with rods. For the final group shot, all Muppets were hooked together and pulled, with Brian Henson on an oversized tricycle helping.

Question 2

What was the original working title for The Great Muppet Caper and how was the final title chosen?

Accepted Answer

The working title was 'Muppet Mania,' which director Jim Henson disliked. Lisa Henson suggested 'The Great Muppetcapade' with alternative words including 'caper,' which became the final title.

Question 3

Which scene was the most difficult to shoot in The Great Muppet Caper and why?

Accepted Answer

Miss Piggy's underwater musical number was the most difficult due to communication problems. Everything was underwater, requiring 18 professional swimmers to dive simultaneously, and producer Frank Oz spent a week underwater filming it.

Question 4

How were the wide shots of Kermit, Fozzie, and Gonzo in the hot air balloon achieved?

Accepted Answer

Remote control Muppets and a radio-controlled hot air balloon were used. The performers worked from a helicopter alongside, with a cameraman dangling from another helicopter. A bad landing once scorched Fozzie, requiring repairs.

Question 5

Who is the girl in the park who mistakes Kermit for a bear, and what is her connection to the film?

Accepted Answer

Christine Nelson, daughter of Muppeteer Jerry Nelson, plays the girl who thinks Kermit is a bear. She had cystic fibrosis and died in 1982.

The Great Muppet Caper

Customers also watched

Loved this film?

Share with others