Feature Film Program

Queens Drive-In: The Muppet Movie

From Florida swamp to Hollywood hills, Kermit and the gang hit the road in their first big-screen outing, bursting with comedic cameos.

$35; one ticket admits one car

Tickets

Sun Aug 16 7:30 PM

From Florida swamp to Hollywood hills, Kermit and the gang hit the road in their first big-screen outing, bursting with comedic cameos. Preceded by a video introduction by songwriter/composer Paul Williams, who, along with Kenny Ascher, was nominated for two Academy Awards for their work on the film.

The Film

The Muppet Movie

James Frawley | US | 95

With Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz. Kermit the Frog makes his way from his humble origins in a Florida swamp to fabled Hollywood, assembling a team of friends as he goes, including Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, and Gonzo. This enchanting and clever road movie features delightful cameos from Madeline Kahn, Steve Martin, Richard Pryor, Orson Welles, and many others, and includes Kermit’s heart-tugging rendition of Paul Williams’s beloved, Oscar-nominated song “The Rainbow Connection.” Presented in conjunction with MoMI’s ongoing Jim Henson Exhibition.

Event Details

7:30 PM

Doors Open & Pre-Show Begins

8:30 PM

Film Begins

All Queens Drive-In attendees will need to enter via the 111th Street/49th Avenue entrance to the New York Hall of Science. There will be no access from the Grand Central Parkway. Please take the Long Island Expressway to the 108th Street exit, and take local streets to the entrance for all vehicles on 49th Avenue & 111th Street. Signs and staff members will direct you to the Drive-In upon arrival.

For complete Drive-In FAQs, head here.

Venue

Queens Drive-In at The New York Hall of Science

47-01 111th St, Corona, NY 11368