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.
Ebenezer Scrooge is introduced as a miserly moneylender who despises Christmas and refuses to be generous or kind.
Scrooge's underpaid clerk Bob Cratchit is shown spending Christmas Eve with his family, highlighting their warmth despite poverty.
The ghost of Jacob Marley, Scrooge's former business partner, visits to warn him of the consequences of his greed and foretells the arrival of three spirits.
The first spirit takes Scrooge on a journey through his own past Christmases, showing his childhood and lost love.
The second spirit shows Scrooge the joy and hardships experienced by others during Christmas, including the Cratchit family's struggles and happiness.
The third spirit reveals to Scrooge his lonely death and the negative impact of his actions if he does not change.
Awakening on Christmas morning, Scrooge decides to embrace generosity, kindness, and joy, transforming his life and helping others.
Scrooge gives Bob Cratchit a raise and assistance, ensuring the Cratchit family's wellbeing and happiness for the future.
