Jim Henson, the creator of the Muppets, was born. His work would eventually lead to the creation of The Muppet Christmas Carol.
Production began on The Muppet Christmas Carol, blending Jim Henson's Muppets with Charles Dickens' classic tale.
The film was officially released in theaters, bringing the beloved Muppets into the retelling of a Christmas classic.
Jim Henson, the creator of The Muppets, passed away, marking the end of an era for Muppet productions.