Official Trailer for Disney+’s ‘Jim Henson Idea Man’ Documentary Film
by Alex Billington April 24, 2024Source: YouTube
“Never stop creating.” Disney+ has revealed the wonderful official trailer for the documentary called Jim Henson Idea Man, a biopic look back at the life of this creative genius. It will be streaming worldwide on Disney+ at the end of May for everyone to enjoy. Directed by Ron Howard, Jim Henson Idea Man takes us into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show & beyond. With unprecedented access to Jim’s personal archives, Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful examination of a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world. Henson also directed the beloved fantasy films The Dark Crystal & Labyrinth. Featuring interviews of fans of Henson’s work, interspersed with footage from Jim Henson’s works, including Wilkins and Wontkins Commercials that were previously lost. Wow. Well, this looks utterly magical and delightful! An uplifting, inspiring look at the life of a truly unforgettable entertainment legend.
Here’s the official trailer (+ poster) for Ron Howard’s doc Jim Henson Idea Man, from YouTube:
Jim Henson Idea Man chronicles the story of extraordinary artist and visionary Jim Henson. In his 36-year career, Henson created some of the world’s most cherished characters, including classic Muppets like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy and all of Sesame Street’s iconic residents, including Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Produced with the full participation and cooperation of the Henson family, this documentary is an unprecedented, intimate look at Jim Henson’s illustrious, revolutionary career and complex personal life. Using never-before-seen personal archival home movies, photographs, sketches, and Henson’s personal diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew him best, the film is the definitive portrait of one of the world’s most inspiring and iconoclastic creators. Jim Henson Idea Man is directed by award-winning American actor / producer / filmmaker Ron Howard, director of many other acclaimed documentaries including Made in America, The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years, Pavarotti, Rebuilding Paradise, and We Feed People previously. Produced by Howard with Brian Grazer, Sara Bernstein, Margaret Bodde, Justin Wilkes, Mark Monroe and Christopher St. John. Disney will debut Jim Henson Idea Man streaming on Disney+ starting May 31st, 2024 this summer. Who wants to watch?
