The Muppet Show episode 18 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In this episode of "The Muppet Show," the Muppets kick off with their signature theme song and a lively "Mississippi Mud" performance. Guest star Phyllis Diller engages in a humorous sketch with Rowlf, joking about their love lives and misfortunes. The episode features a mix of comedy and music, including a Muppet News Flash about a homemade flying attempt, a Veterinarian's Hospital sketch with a talking loaf of bread, and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew's comically dangerous inventions. Hilda attempts a beauty transformation with unexpected results. The show concludes with Diller's comically flawed piano rendition of "The Entertainer" and a classic Muppet-style comedic closing by Kermit and Diller.

Full Episode S00E18 Recap

### Opening Sequence - **Scene**: "The Muppet Show" Theme Song - The Muppets perform their iconic theme song, introducing the show and special guest star, Miss Phyllis Diller. ### Introduction by Kermit - **Scene**: Kermit Introduces the Show - Kermit the Frog welcomes the audience. - Fozzie Bear tries to tell a joke but is interrupted. - Kermit introduces Miss Phyllis Diller. - Fozzie attempts to take over the introduction, leading to a comedic trapdoor mishap orchestrated by Kermit. ### "Mississippi Mud" Performance - **Scene**: Musical Number - The Muppets perform "Mississippi Mud," a lively song with humorous antics. ### Backstage Banter - **Scene**: Backstage at The Muppet Show - The Muppets discuss the performance and make jokes about their enjoyment and confusion regarding the act. ### Phyllis Diller and Rowlf - **Scene**: Comedy Sketch with Phyllis Diller and Rowlf - Phyllis Diller and Rowlf the Dog engage in a comedic exchange, sharing jokes about their misfortunes and failed relationships. ### Muppet News Flash - **Scene**: News Segment - A humorous news report about Mrs. Beverly Shepherd, who supposedly flew to Dallas using homemade wings. ### Dance Segment - **Scene**: Tea Dance Comedy Sketch - A comedic dance sketch where Muppets humorously express their affection and end up suggesting a hospital visit. ### Hilda's Beauty Transformation - **Scene**: Hilda Tries to Look Younger - Hilda, the wardrobe mistress, decides to try some beauty tips from Phyllis Diller in hopes of looking younger. ### Dr. Bunsen Honeydew's Invention - **Scene**: Muppet Labs - Dr. Bunsen Honeydew presents his latest invention, exploding hats and earmuffs, leading to comical mishaps. ### Phyllis Diller's Photography - **Scene**: Phyllis Diller's Camera Joke - Phyllis shows off her new pocket camera and makes a pun about taking pictures of pockets. ### Veterinarian's Hospital - **Scene**: Veterinarian's Hospital Sketch - Dr. Bob (Rowlf) and his team humorously attempt to treat a loaf of bread as a patient, leading to bread-related jokes. ### Hilda's Reveal - **Scene**: Hilda's Reveal - Hilda reveals her new look, but it doesn't go as planned, leading to a comedic moment about her girdle. ### Phyllis Diller's Piano Performance - **Scene**: Musical Comedy Performance - Miss Phyllis Diller performs a comically flawed piano rendition of "The Entertainer." ### Closing - **Scene**: End of the Show - Kermit and Phyllis Diller close the show with a final joke, ending with Kermit falling through a trapdoor. - The Muppets' theme plays as Statler and Waldorf comment on the show.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the special guest star on this episode of "The Muppet Show"?

Miss Phyllis Diller.

What song do the Muppets perform at the opening?

"Mississippi Mud" by James Cavanaugh and Harry Barris.

What comedy sketch does Phyllis Diller participate in?

A comedy sketch with Rowlf the Dog, sharing jokes about their misfortunes and failed relationships.

What unusual news story is featured in the Muppet News Flash?

A story about Mrs. Beverly Shepherd who made wings and flew to Dallas, Texas.

What is Dr. Bunsen Honeydew's latest invention?

Exploding hats and earmuffs.

What does Phyllis Diller show off in her photography segment?

Her new pocket camera, with a joke about taking pictures of pockets.

What patient is featured in the Veterinarian's Hospital sketch?

A talking loaf of bread.

What beauty transformation does Hilda attempt?

Hilda tries to look younger using beauty tips from Phyllis Diller.

What musical piece does Phyllis Diller perform on the piano?

"The Entertainer" by Scott Joplin, albeit comically flawed.

What happens to Kermit at the end of the show?

He falls through a trapdoor.

What joke does Phyllis Diller make about her camera?

She jokes that her pocket camera takes pictures of pockets.

What's the reaction of Statler and Waldorf to the show?

Statler loves it, while Waldorf hates it.

How does the loaf of bread in Veterinarian's Hospital react to being a patient?

The loaf of bread humorously talks, surprising the characters.

What is the opening song of "The Muppet Show"?

"The Muppet Show" theme song.

What's the tone of Phyllis Diller's piano performance?

Humorous and intentionally flawed.

The Muppet Show episode 18

Vincent Price