Singalong Emmet Otter's favorite tunes Emmet Otter behind-the-scenes documentary (from the Henson archive) Bloopers (from the Henson archive) Lost song (from the Henson archive) Photo gallery Audio: DD2
Genre: Children's/Family Release Date: 10/04/2005 Dubbed: English Sound: DD2 Run Time: 100 Minutes Distributor/Studio: Lyons Group
Featuring a heart-warming story, the trademark Jim Henson wit, and beautiful songs, Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas originally aired as an HBO special. The story is a spin on the classic "Gift of the Magi," with the impoverished Emmet and his Ma each making a sacrifice in the hopes that it will help them win the yearly talent show, and enough money to buy the other a Christmas gift. Purists, take note: There have been multiple edits of Emmet Otter released over the years, with minor but noticible changes to dialogue, and the addition/removal of scenes featuring Kermit the Frog.