Brian Henson
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 3, 1963 in New York City, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1967–2024 (58 Years)
- Total Credits
- 117 credits in database
Biography
Brian Henson is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on November 3, 1963, in New York City. As a child, Henson appeared in some of the filmed segments produced by his father for the PBS children's series Sesame Street. He has four siblings, including Lisa, Cheryl, John, and Heather Henson. Henson has worked extensively in the entertainment industry, with a large number of known credits. He is the chairman of The Jim Henson Company and the son of puppeteers Jim and Jane Henson.
Career overview
Brian Henson is a puppeteer and actor who has been involved in the entertainment industry. As a child, he appeared in some of the filmed segments that his father produced for the PBS children's series Sesame Street. This early exposure to the world of television and puppetry likely influenced his future career choices.
As a teenager, Henson demonstrated his skills by building the first Muppet penguin puppet for a segment of The Muppet Show. This experience suggests that he was actively involved in the creative process and had a strong interest in puppetry and entertainment. While specific details about his acting career are not provided, it is clear that Henson has a background in the entertainment industry.
Brian Henson is known for his work in acting, with a total of 86 known credits. His involvement in the entertainment industry spans multiple areas, including puppetry and television production. While the specifics of his acting career are not detailed in the available information, it is evident that he has had a significant presence in the industry.
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Full Filmography
117 titles- Jim Henson Idea Man (2024) as Self
- Jim Henson Idea Man (2024) Thanks
- Tall Poppy (2022) Director
- Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021) as Sal Minella
- Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street (2021) as Self
- Remembering Return to Oz (2021) as Self
- Earth to Ned (2020) Executive Producer
- Prop Culture (2020) as Self
- Derek DelGaudio's In & of Itself (2020) as Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
- Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018) as Self
- The Happytime Murders (2018) as Crab
- The Happytime Murders (2018) Director
- The Happytime Murders (2018) Producer
- The Star (2017) Executive Producer
- In Their Own Words: Jim Henson (2015) as Self - Son
- Jim Henson's Creature Shop Challenge (2014) as Himself - Lead Judge
- Turtle Power: The Definitive History of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) as Self
- No, You Shut Up! (2013) Executive Producer
- Neil's Puppet Dreams (2012) as Jumper (voice)
- Neil's Puppet Dreams (2012) Executive Producer
- A Night at the Movies: Merry Christmas! (2011) as Self - Interviewee
- Dinosaur Train (2009) Executive Producer
- Sid the Science Kid (2008) Executive Producer
- Pajanimals (2008) Executive Producer
- Bunnytown (2007) Producer
- Tinseltown (2007) as Samson Knight
- Tinseltown (2007) Creator
- Tinseltown (2007) Director
- Tinseltown (2007) Writer
- Tinseltown (2007) Executive Producer
- Journey Through the Labyrinth (2007) as Self
- Reflections of 'The Dark Crystal' (2007) as Self
- Nightmares & Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen King (2006) Director
- Best Ever Muppet Moments (2006) as Self
- The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005) as Sal (voice)
- The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005) Executive Producer
- Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars (2004) Director
- It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) as Scooter / Janice / Sal Minella (voice)
- It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) Executive Producer
- I Love Muppets (2002) as Self
- The Hoobs (2001) Creator
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) as Galaga (voice)
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) Story
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) Director
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) Executive Producer
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) Teleplay
- Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001) Creator
- Rat (2000) Executive Producer
- Farscape (1999) Director
- Farscape (1999) Producer
- Farscape (1999) Executive Producer
- Muppets from Space (1999) as Dr. Phil Van Neuter / Sal Minella (voice)
- Muppets from Space (1999) Producer
- Construction Site (1999) Executive Producer
- The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999) Executive Producer
- Brats of the Lost Nebula (1998) Executive Producer
- Bear in the Big Blue House (1997) Executive Producer
- Buddy (1997) Executive Producer
- Muppets Tonight (1996) as Sal Minella / Seymour / Dr. Phil Van Neuter
- Muppets Tonight (1996) Director
- Muppets Tonight (1996) Executive Producer
- The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss (1996) Executive Producer
- Gulliver's Travels (1996) Executive Producer
- Muppet Treasure Island (1996) as (voice) (uncredited)
- Muppet Treasure Island (1996) Director
- Muppet Treasure Island (1996) Producer
- Aliens in the Family (1996) Producer
- Aliens in the Family (1996) Executive Producer
- Muppet Sing Alongs: Treasure Island (1996) Executive Producer
- Jim Henson's Animal Show with Stinky and Jake (1994) Executive Producer
- The World of Jim Henson (1994) as Self
- Muppet Classic Theater (1994) as Andy Pig / Mink in 'Gotta Get That Name' (voice)
- Muppet Classic Theater (1994) Executive Producer
- Muppet Sing Alongs: It's Not Easy Being Green (1994) Executive Producer
- CityKids (1993) Producer
- Muppet Sing Alongs: Billy Bunny's Animal Songs (1993) Executive Producer
- The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) Director
- The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) Producer
- Dog City (1992) Executive Producer
- Dinosaurs (1991) as Arthur Rizzic (voice)
- Dinosaurs (1991) as Aubrey Molehill (voice)
- Dinosaurs (1991) Director
- Dinosaurs (1991) Producer
- The Storyteller: Greek Myths (1991) as The Dog
- Mother Goose Stories (1990) Producer
- Mother Goose Stories (1990) Director
- Living with Dinosaurs (1990) as Dog(voice)
- Jim Henson's Memorial Service (1990)
- The Jim Henson Hour (1989) as Ultragorgon (puppeteer)
- Dolphin Cove (1989) Producer
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog / Griffin (voice)
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog (voice)
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog / Devil (voice)
- The Storyteller: The Luck Child (1988) as Griffin (Voice)/The Storyteller's Dog (Voice)
- The Storyteller: The True Bride (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog (Voice)
- The Storyteller: Sapsorrow (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog
- The Storyteller: Fearnot (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog
- The Storyteller: The Soldier and Death (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog
- The Storyteller: The Heartless Giant (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog (Voice)
- The Storyteller: Hans My Hedgehog (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog (Voice)
- The Storyteller: A Story Short (1988) as The Storyteller's Dog
- Going Live! (1987) as Self
- Labyrinth (1986) as Hoggle / Goblin (voice)
- Inside the Labyrinth (1986) as Self
- The Christmas Toy (1986) as Cruiser (voice)
- Return to Oz (1985) as Jack Pumpkinhead (voice)
- The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) as Additional Muppet Performer (voice)
- Henson's Place: The Man Behind the Muppets (1984) as Brian Henson (self)
- Split Image (1982) as Jerry
- The Great Muppet Caper (1981) as Muppet Performer / Cyclist
- The Muppet Movie (1979) as Additional Muppet Performer
- Sesame Street Pitch Reel (1969) as Self
- Wheels That Go (1967) as Boy
- Labyrinth 2 Executive Producer
- Grendel Producer
- Which Witch? Director
- Jim Henson's Creature Shop New York City Tour as Samson Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Brian Henson best known for?
Brian Henson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021), Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street (2021), Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018), The Happytime Murders (2018).
When and where was Brian Henson born?
Brian Henson was born on November 3, 1963 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Brian Henson have?
Brian Henson has accumulated over 117 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1967 to 2024.
What is Brian Henson's background in cinema and television?
Brian Henson is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on November 3, 1963, in New York City. As a child, Henson appeared in some of the filmed segments produced by his father for the PBS children's series Sesame Street. He has four siblings, including Lisa, Cheryl, John, and Heather Henson. Henson has worked ext...
Brian Henson by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Jim Henson Hour (1989) as Ultragorgon (puppeteer) — aged about 25
- The Storyteller: Greek Myths (1991) as The Dog — aged about 27
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog / Griffin (voice) — aged about 24
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog (voice) — aged about 24
- The Storyteller (1988) as Dog / Devil (voice) — aged about 24
- Dinosaurs (1991) as Arthur Rizzic (voice) — aged about 27
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