The Muppetshave the staying power of one of those metal cubes being enveloped by metallic ooze. It seems like those lovable Jim Henson creations will always have a presence in the entertainment world, and based on their next project, that’s probably a good thing. While not all of their latest projects have been smash hits, there’s still something endearing and exciting about the announcement of a new one.
In this case, it may be somethingMuppetfans have been wanting for quite some time, even more thantheFraggle Rockrevival. As that one insurance commercial featuring Animal has demonstrated, certain aspects of the franchise are arguably timeless. Apparently, one such aspect is the music ofThe Muppets, or at least the band who makes the music. The latest project set to come from this classic group of felt-clad performers aims to focus on exactly that, and it’s got a special guest along for the ride.
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Disney Plus has officially greenlitThe Muppets Mayhem, a new series centered on Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, which many fans will recognize as the band seen in countlessMuppetsprojectsall the way back toThe Muppet Showin the ’70s. The show will follow the Electric Mayhem as they shoot for that big milestone of finally recording their first studio album. Apparently, they’ve got a real knack for being fashionably late.
The series will also star Lilly Singh (A Little Late with Lilly Singh) as a young executive trying to deal with all the chaos inevitably following in the Electric Mayhem’s wake. Anyone familiar with the band will already know that the name is a fitting moniker. This won’t be the first time the group hasdealt with a big celebrity, as past highlights have seen them perform with huge names like Elton John and even featured Animal in a drum duel with Dave Grohl. Singh, however, will set herself apart from that trend by playing a character rather than appearing as herself.
The Muppets Mayhemwill be helmed byThe Goldbergscreator Adam F. Goldberg, with longtimeMuppetsperformer and collaborator Bill Barretta contributing as puppeteer and executive producer. Barretta has been the voice (and hands) of characters like Pepe the King Prawn and Swedish Chef throughout his time withThe Muppets, which began in 1991. He also took over the role of Dr. Teeth, the leader of the Electric Mayhem, after Henson’s tragic passing.
The surprisingly funMuppets Haunted Mansionproved that the franchise still has more to offer. Plus, Goldberg is a proudMuppetsenthusiast, and he’s more than shown his entertainment expertise withThe Goldbergs. So while some might feel a bit shaky on the franchise’s offerings as of late, this one clearly has some power behind it. Between him, Barretta, and Singh,The Muppets Mayhemis sure to at least offer some exciting new possibilities forThe Muppets.
The Muppet Showis now available on Disney Plus.
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