By Eliza Berman
Four decades after The Muppet Show made stars of a musically inclined frog and a narcissistic pig—and nearly 20 years after a revival failed to gain significant traction—the puppets return to primetime on Sept. 22. The new ABC show The Muppets will be documentary-style, a la The Office, following the cast of characters in their personal and professional pursuits. In preparation for their television comeback, see how well you know Jim Henson’s brood.
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