Marvel Comics has announced The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe, a new anthology one-shot celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Muppet Show. The issue releases this September and brings together a stellar creative team including Chip Zdarsky, Tim Seeley, Robbie Thompson, Jed MacKay, and artists including Derek Charm and more.
The one-shot is exactly what it sounds like: the Muppets crashing headfirst into the Marvel Universe, with Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, and the rest of the gang encountering Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. It is the kind of gloriously fun crossover that only Marvel and Disney together could pull off, and the creative team assembled for it reads like a dream lineup for fans of both franchises.
The Muppet Show Turns 50
The Muppet Show first aired in 1976 and ran for five beloved seasons, becoming one of the most celebrated variety programs in television history. The series was unique in its ability to appeal to children and adults simultaneously, blending slapstick comedy with genuine wit and an extraordinary roster of celebrity guest stars. The 50th anniversary is being recognized across Disney with a range of projects and initiatives, and this Marvel Comics crossover is one of the more creatively inspired tributes to mark the occasion.
The Muppets In The Marvel Universe
The Muppets have been part of the Disney family since the 2004 acquisition of the franchise, and their integration into the broader Disney ecosystem has always leaned into their irreverent, self-aware comedy style. A Marvel crossover is a natural extension of that approach, and with writers like Zdarsky and MacKay at the helm, there is every reason to expect the book to balance genuine laughs with solid storytelling.
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