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Follow That Bird (1985)

"It's Big Adventure! It's Big Laughs! It's Big Bird on the Big Screen!"

6.419851h 28mEN
FamilyComedyAdventureMusic

Directed by Ken Kwapis

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

August 2, 1985

Director

Ken Kwapis

Official Trailer

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Overview

Big Bird is sent to live far from Sesame Street by a pesky social worker, who thinks it would be better for him to live with other birds. Unhappy, Big Bird runs away from his foster home, prompting the rest of the Sesame Street gang to go on a cross-country journey to find him.

Cast

Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney

Big Bird / Oscar the Grouch / Bruno the Trashman (voice)

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

Kermit the Frog / Ernie (voice)

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

Cookie Monster / Bert / Grover / Additional Muppets (voice)

Richard Hunt

Richard Hunt

Gladys the Cow / Feathered Friends Owl / Additional Muppets / Grouches (voice)

Kathryn Mullen

Kathryn Mullen

Feathered Friends Magistrate / Grouch Diner Patron / Little Girl / Additional Muppets (voice)

Jerry Nelson

Jerry Nelson

Count von Count / Herry Monster / Additional Muppets (voice)

Paul Bartel

Paul Bartel

Grouch Cook

Sandra Bernhard

Sandra Bernhard

Grouch Waitress

Waylon Jennings

Waylon Jennings

Truck Driver

Laraine Newman

Laraine Newman

Mommy Dodo (voice)

Eddie Deezen

Eddie Deezen

Donnie Dodo (voice)

Sally Kellerman

Sally Kellerman

Miss Finch (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Follow That Bird (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Big Bird is sent to live far from Sesame Street by a pesky social worker, who thinks it would be better for him to live with other birds. Unhappy, Big Bird runs away from his foster home, prompting the rest of the Sesame Street gang to go on a cross-country journey to find him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Follow That Bird. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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