The Muppet Show season 5 episode 13 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jean-Pierre Rampal guest stars on The Muppet Show, initially greeted with a humorous fruit/flute mix-up. Miss Piggy, after refusing to sing with a stagehand, performs a duet with Rampal. A "Bear on Patrol" segment features a comical interrogation of a car. Rampal tries to converse with Miss Piggy in French, leading to her awkward evasion. The episode includes a unique "Pied Piper" number with children instead of rats and concludes with Rampal expressing his enjoyment of the show, especially working with Miss Piggy.

Full Episode S05E13 Recap

### Opening Scene: Jean-Pierre Rampal's Arrival - Jean-Pierre Rampal, the guest star, enters, confused by being greeted with fruits instead of his flute. - The Muppets perform the opening number, singing "We have no bananas" and the Muppet Show theme song. ### Miss Piggy's Refusal and Duet with Rampal - Miss Piggy refuses to perform with a stagehand but agrees to sing with a professional flautist. - Jean-Pierre Rampal and Miss Piggy perform a duet. Despite some initial friction, they impress the audience. ### Bear on Patrol Segment - Fozzie, as Patrol Bear, brings in a car for parking violations. - A humorous interrogation of the car ensues with the help of a police interpreter speaking 'car language'. ### Miss Piggy's Pretense and Rampal's Encounter - Miss Piggy pretends not to understand French to avoid speaking with Jean-Pierre Rampal. - Rampal tries to converse in French, leading to an awkward situation for Piggy. ### The "Pied Piper" Number with a Twist - The Muppets perform a retelling of "The Pied Piper," with children instead of rats, featuring Rampal. ### Closing Scene: Jean-Pierre Rampal's Farewell - Kermit thanks Rampal for his performance. - Rampal expresses his enjoyment, especially working with Miss Piggy. - The show ends with jokes and the closing theme. Throughout the episode, the Muppets' unique humor and Rampal's musical talent are highlighted, blending classical music with comedic skits.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Jean-Pierre Rampal, the French flautist.

What instrument does Jean-Pierre Rampal play?

The flute.

What was the misunderstanding upon Jean-Pierre Rampal's arrival?

He was greeted with fruits instead of a flute.

What song do the Muppets perform in the opening?

"We have no bananas" and the Muppet Show theme song.

Who does Miss Piggy initially refuse to perform with?

A mouth-organ-playing stagehand.

What duet does Miss Piggy perform and with whom?

She performs a duet with Jean-Pierre Rampal.

What segment features Fozzie as Patrol Bear?

The "Bear on Patrol" segment.

What is the subject of the police interrogation in the Bear on Patrol segment?

A car that was double-parked.

How does Miss Piggy avoid speaking French with Jean-Pierre Rampal?

She pretends to have laryngitis of the ear.

What is the twist in the "Pied Piper" performance?

It features children instead of rats.

How does Jean-Pierre Rampal feel about working with the Muppets?

He enjoyed it, especially working with Miss Piggy.

What joke does Kermit make at the end of the show?

About Jean-Pierre Rampal recording an album of Frank Sinatra's hits on the flute.

How does the episode end?

With the closing theme and some jokes.

Does Miss Piggy perform with Jean-Pierre Rampal?

Yes, they perform a duet together.

What language does Jean-Pierre Rampal try to speak with Miss Piggy?

French.

The Muppet Show season 5 episode 13

Chris Langham