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S1·E2 Rita Moreno

Episode
Season 1, Episode 2
Air Date
September 12, 1976
Runtime
26 minutes
Director
Peter Harris
Writers
Jack Burns, Jim Henson
Score
7.7/10 (7 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired September 12, 1976 26 min ★ 7.7/10 · 7 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

Fozzie Bear becomes embroiled in a running gag involving the backstage phone. Throughout the episode, Rita parodies her combative image. She battles with several Muppets, including Miss Piggy, a Full-Bodied Muppet, and Animal, who's backing her on drums in her closing number, "Fever."

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 2 of The Muppet Show air?

Season 1, Episode 2 ('Rita Moreno') originally aired on September 12, 1976.

How long is Season 1 Episode 2 ('Rita Moreno')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 26 minutes.

What happens in The Muppet Show Season 1 Episode 2?

Fozzie Bear becomes embroiled in a running gag involving the backstage phone. Throughout the episode, Rita parodies her combative image. She battles with several Muppets, including Miss Piggy, a Full-Bodied Muppet, and Animal, who's backing her on drums in her closing number, "Fever."...

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