The Muppet Show season 4 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Christopher Reeve guest stars on The Muppet Show, bewildered by dancing rats in his dressing room. The episode features a lively "Disco Frog" opening number. Miss Piggy, smitten with Reeve, is

Full Episode S04E14 Recap

### Christopher Reeve's Dressing Room - Christopher Reeve is in his dressing room, preparing for the show. - Scooter informs him it's fifteen seconds to curtain. - Christopher is puzzled by the presence of dancing rats in his dressing room. ### Opening Act: The Muppet Show Theme - The show opens with the iconic Muppet Show theme song. - A joke is shared about the show's quality, likened to an airplane that would have been grounded. ### Kermit's Introduction and Disco Frog Performance - Kermit introduces the show and the guest star, Christopher Reeve. - Kermit, dressed for a performance, leads into the opening number. - The opening number features a lively performance titled "Disco Frog." ### Miss Piggy's Return and Jealousy - Miss Piggy returns, excited about performing a song she sang in "The Muppet Movie." - She becomes overly excited upon learning that Christopher Reeve is the guest star. ### Gonzo's Hamlet Mishap - Gonzo injures his nose, unable to perform his act from Shakespeare's "Hamlet." - Kermit suggests Christopher Reeve fill in for Gonzo's act. ### Christopher Reeve's Hamlet Performance - Christopher Reeve reluctantly agrees to play Hamlet. - His performance is comically interrupted by other Muppets, leading to a chaotic rendition of "Hamlet." ### Vet's Hospital Sketch - Miss Piggy, smitten with Christopher, eagerly anticipates his participation in the Vet's Hospital sketch. - The sketch humorously unfolds with Christopher as the doctor and the usual banter among the characters. ### Sam the Eagle's Discontent and Musical Number - Sam the Eagle expresses his displeasure with the show's weirdness. - He is inadvertently involved in a musical number with rats and other Muppets. ### Kermit and Miss Piggy's Awkward Encounter - Miss Piggy flirts with Christopher Reeve in her dressing room. - Kermit walks in on them, leading to an awkward situation. ### Muppet Labs: Electrically Heated Milking Machine - Dr. Bunsen Honeydew introduces the electrically heated milking machine at Muppet Labs. - Beaker and a cow humorously demonstrate the invention. ### Miss Piggy's Musical Performance with Christopher Reeve - Miss Piggy performs "Never Before and Never Again," accompanied by Christopher Reeve on piano. - The performance takes a romantic turn, with Miss Piggy imagining a flight with Christopher. ### Closing Act - Kermit wraps up the show, thanking Christopher Reeve. - Miss Piggy confronts Christopher about a comment, leading to a comedic end. ### The Muppet Show Theme Reprise - The show concludes with a reprise of The Muppet Show theme song. - The Muppets reflect on the evening's events.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Christopher Reeve is the special guest star.

What confuses Christopher Reeve in his dressing room?

Christopher Reeve is confused by the presence of dancing rats in his dressing room.

What song is performed during the opening number of the show?

"Disco Frog" is performed in the opening number.

What role was Gonzo supposed to play in his act?

Gonzo was supposed to perform a segment from Shakespeare's "Hamlet."

Who fills in for Gonzo's role in the play "Hamlet"?

Christopher Reeve fills in for Gonzo's role in "Hamlet."

What sketch does Christopher Reeve participate in?

Christopher Reeve participates in the "Vet's Hospital" sketch.

How does Sam the Eagle feel about the show?

Sam the Eagle is discontent and believes the show is sick and weird.

What happens during Miss Piggy's musical performance?

Miss Piggy performs "Never Before and Never Again," accompanied by Christopher Reeve on piano, and imagines flying with him.

What humorous incident occurs at Muppet Labs?

Dr. Bunsen Honeydew introduces an electrically heated milking machine, leading to a comedic demonstration with Beaker and a cow.

What does Miss Piggy ask Christopher Reeve to demonstrate in her dressing room?

Miss Piggy asks Christopher Reeve to demonstrate how he held Lois Lane in the Superman movie.

How does Kermit react to finding Christopher and Miss Piggy together?

Kermit is jealous and finds their explanation awkward.

What musical number does Christopher Reeve perform with the Muppets?

Christopher Reeve performs a musical number about Shakespeare with the Muppets.

What is Sam the Eagle's reaction to the musical number he is involved in?

Sam the Eagle is frustrated and confused by his involvement in the musical number.

What does Miss Piggy say to Christopher Reeve after her performance?

Miss Piggy asks Christopher Reeve to sweep her up and fly her over the towers of Metropolis.

How does the episode conclude?

The episode concludes with Kermit thanking Christopher Reeve and Miss Piggy confronting Christopher about a comment he made.

The Muppet Show season 4 episode 14

Christopher Reeve