This article is about the 2024 documentary film about Jim Henson. For the 2011 memoir by Paul Allen, see Idea Man.
Jim Henson Idea Man
Promotional release poster
Directed by
Ron Howard
Production companies
Walt Disney Pictures
Imagine Documentaries
The Jim Henson Company
Distributed by
Disney+
Release dates
May 2024 (Cannes)
May 31, 2024 (2024-05-31)
(Disney+)
Country
United States
Language
English
Jim Henson Idea Man is an upcoming 2024 American documentary film directed by Ron Howard, about puppeteer Jim Henson. The film chronicles Henson's life, from the early years of his career to the creation of properties like the Muppets, Sesame Street, and The Dark Crystal, and also focuses on his creative and romantic partnership with his wife Jane Henson.[1] The film features interviews with family members and collaborators of Jim Henson, including Frank Oz.[1]
It will have its world premiere at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, in the Cannes Classics sections, and is set to premiere on Disney+ worldwide on May 31, 2024.[2]
^ abZuckerman, Esther (April 11, 2024). "First Look: Ron Howard Enters the World of Jim Henson". Vanity Fair. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
^Fu, Eddie (April 11, 2024). "Ron Howard's Jim Henson Documentary Idea Man Sets Premiere Date". Consequence. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
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