Caroll Spinney

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Caroll Edwin Spinney (sometimes credited as Carroll Spinney or Ed Spinney; December 26, 1933 – December 9, 2019) was an American puppeteer most famous for playing Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on the children's television show Sesame Street.

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A Walking Tour of Sesame Street Trailer (1979)

01 March 1979

Sesame Street celebrated its 10th anniversary in the spring of 1979 with a half-hour PBS special hosted by James Earl Jones titled A Walking Tour of Sesame Street.

Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas Trailer (2016)

25 November 2016

This holiday special goes back in time to show how Elmo's ancestors--not to mention those of Grover, Big Bird, Bert, Ernie, Oscar the Grouch and Cookie Monster--helped transform "the most unfriendly street in town" into the bright, kind, music-filled place it is today.

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Trailer (2009)

20 May 2009

Hapless museum night watchman Larry Daley must help his living, breathing exhibit friends out of a pickle now that they've been transferred to the archives at the Smithsonian Institution.

Mister Rogers: It's You I Like Trailer (2018)

06 March 2018

Join host Michael Keaton to celebrate "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," the pioneering children's series that premiered nationally 50 years ago.

In Their Own Words: Jim Henson Trailer (2015)

15 September 2015

The film follows Henson’s career from his first work with his Muppets in the early 1950’s during television’s Golden Age up to his sudden and shocking death in 1990, as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific and influential artists of his time.

Sesame Street: Imagine That! Trailer (1996)

01 January 1996

Telly and Zoe take refuge from the rain in Finders Keepers and while away the rainy day using their imagination.

The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years Trailer (1986)

21 January 1986

For the first time in their careers, all the Muppets (except the ones that couldn't make it, like the Doozers, Gorgs and most of the Fraggles) have gathered together in one place to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary and honor the one who brought them together: Kermit the Frog (and by doing so, Jim Henson).

The World of Jim Henson Trailer (1994)

23 November 1994

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to a five-season run on ABC of The Muppet Show to several theatrically released films, including five Muppet movies, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth.

Sesame Street: Elmo Visits the Firehouse Trailer (2002)

03 September 2002

Elmo learns fire safety from Firefighter Bill. This all comes about because he was scared after being in a fire at Mr.

Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs Trailer (1999)

09 March 1999

Elmo is trying to make a Top Ten Countdown list for the radio station, but everyone keeps trying to share their favorite song with him.

A Special Sesame Street Christmas Trailer (1978)

08 December 1978

Leslie Uggams hosts this take on A Christmas Carol, where she and fellow guest stars, Anne Murray, Imogene Coca, and Dick Smothers try to get Oscar to stop being such a Grouch on Christmas.

Sesame Street Stays Up Late! Trailer (1993)

29 December 1993

It's New Year's Eve on Sesame Street and around the world! Anchorman Elmo and the Monster News Network provide special reports showing us the New Year's customs and celebrations.

The Muppet Movie Trailer (1979)

22 June 1979

The Muppets gather to watch their newly-finished big-budget rich-and-famous feature film: a talent agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood.

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey Trailer (1993)

03 February 1993

Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets -- Chance, an adventurous American bulldog; Shadow, a wise golden retriever; and Sassy, a cautious cat -- at a friend's ranch.

Drew: The Man Behind the Poster Trailer (2013)

19 July 2013

A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.

Night of 100 Stars II Trailer (1985)

10 March 1985

This special is the second "Night of 100 Stars" to benefit The Actors Fund of America. Edited from a seven-hour live entertainment marathon that was taped February 17, 1985, at New York's Radio City Music Hall, this sequel to the 1982 "Night of 100 Stars" special features 288 celebrities.

CinderElmo Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

Our favorite little red monster is the star of this delightful film that playfully skews the story of Cinderella.

Sesame Street: Elmocize Trailer (1996)

01 January 1996

When Monty stops by Elmo's Exercise Camp to do a report, he ends up joining Elmo, Rosita, and Tarah in the fitness fun.

Sesame Street: Play All Day with Elmo! Trailer (2015)

01 September 2015

Come Play with Elmo! Everyone's favorite furry red friend is joined by all kinds of kids to play Elmo Says, Red Light Green Light, Freeze Dance, Pat-a-cake and more.

Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration Trailer (2019)

09 November 2019

C is for Celebrate! Join host Joseph Gordon-Levitt and the residents of Sesame Street - human and monsters alike - to celebrate 50 years of learning, laughter, and love.

Elmo's Christmas Countdown Trailer (2007)

23 December 2007

There's a miracle on Sesame Street in this special holiday tale. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and their new friend Stiller the Elf are going to count down to Christmas with the Christmas Counter-Downer.

Sesame Street: Elmopalooza! Trailer (1998)

20 February 1998

Jon Stewart hosts the Sesame Street Muppets' 30 year celebration, but Elmo steps in when things go awry.

Sesame Street: Monster Hits! Trailer (1990)

01 January 1990

You'll have a monstrously good time with Herry Monster as he hosts the Monster Music Award Show! Everyone's favorite furry monsters from Sesame Street sing eleven of their greatest hits: Clap along as Cookie Monster croons his classic "C Is for Cookie.

Wow, You're A Cartoonist! Trailer (1988)

12 October 1988

Wow, You're a Cartoonist! is a title in the 1988 Play-Along Video series. Hosted by Muppet siblings Kai-Lee and P.

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland Trailer (1999)

01 October 1999

Elmo loves his fuzzy, well-worn blue blanket more than anything in the whole world. However, when Elmo's blanket gets sucked through a colorful, swirling tunnel into Grouchland, the yuckiest place on earth, Elmo goes on an adventure to Grouchland to retrieve his prized possession.

Sesame Street: Fiesta! Trailer (1997)

01 December 1997

The loveable Sesame Street characters congregate on FIESTA! to sing some of their favorite songs. As always a few humans are along for the ride as well, and this time around Linda Ronstadt and Celia Cruz help out with some vocal melodies.

Follow That Bird Trailer (1985)

02 August 1985

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.

Sesame Street: Kid's Guide to Life: Learning to Share Trailer (1996)

01 January 1996

Like most kids, Elmo sometimes had trouble taking turns and sharing his toys. Even with his best friend Zoe.

Sesame Street: A Celebration of Me, Grover Trailer (2004)

31 August 2004

He's furry, he's blue, and he's everyone's adorable, old pal, Grover, in his very own special! Come to the Flyers' Club Roost where everyone on Sesame Street has gathered to celebrate the many sides of Grover.

Sesame Street: Quiet Time Trailer (1997)

01 April 1997

Quiet Time is a Sesame Street video released on April 1, 1997. Big Bird wants to find out what to do at "quiet time.

Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration Trailer (1993)

29 October 1993

Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration is a special produced forSesame Street’s 25th anniversary. Released in a slightly different form on video as Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years in October 1993, the special was shelved for its broadcast premiere on PBS until 1994, during pledge drive season, and in many markets, aired as part of a marathon block with three show episodes. The special was a companion to the prime-time network special, Sesame Street's All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!

Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs 2 Trailer (2001)

09 October 2001

Join Elmo and his Sesame Street pals in the second volume of Kids' Favorite Songs, as Elmo travels up and down Sesame Street asking kids to sing their favorite songs! Snuffy, Baby Bear and Zoe help the kids sing and act out nursery rhymes, lullabies and just plain silly songs.

Out to Lunch Trailer (1974)

10 December 1974

The Muppets of Sesame Street and the cast of The Electric Company take over the ABC Nightly News when the newsroom staff takes a lunch break.

Sesame Street: Kid's Guide to Life: Big Bird Gets Lost Trailer (2003)

03 June 2003

When Big Bird and Maria go to the ABCD-Mart to buy some skates for Snuffy's birthday, Big Bird forgets all about sticking together and takes off after a runaway skate.

Sesame Street: 50 Years and Counting Trailer (2019)

01 October 2019

An American institution turns fifty, and the disc release to mark the event is a very long (almost six hours) compendium of uncut historical segments from the show, without overdubs — Disc one features musical highlights and disc two dramatic and comedic highlights.

NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney Trailer (1978)

13 September 1978

Walt Disney Presents, Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color, Disney’s Wonderful World, Walt Disney, The Disney Sunday Movie, The Magical World of Disney.

The Great Muppet Caper Trailer (1981)

26 June 1981

Kermit and Fozzie are newspaper reporters sent to London to interview Lady Holiday, a wealthy fashion designer whose priceless diamond necklace is stolen.

Sesame Street: Learning About Letters Trailer (1986)

12 May 1986

With the help of his Sesame Street friends, Big Bird leads Snuffy on a fun-filled trip through the alphabet.

Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years: A Musical Celebration! Trailer (1993)

29 October 1993

Muppets, monsters, friends and family - they're all invited to a very special sing-along on the most famous street in the world! Released to coincide with the long-running children's series' silver jubilee, "Sesame Street: 25 Wonderful Years: A Musical Celebration!" (1993) brings together beloved characters Big Bird, Bert and Ernie, Elmo, and more for a funny, nostalgic, and tuneful retrospective of the groundbreaking educational program.

Sesame Street: Being Green Trailer (2009)

07 April 2009

Elmo and Abby find out it can be easy being green when they stumble onto the Earth-a-Thon, hosted by Mr.

A Muppet Family Christmas Trailer (1987)

16 December 1987

Fozzie Bear surprises his mother on Christmas Eve by bringing the entire Muppet gang to her farm to celebrate the holidays.

Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Word Play Trailer (2002)

31 May 2002

Bert, Ernie, and friends put on a new play and some of your favorite words are the stars.

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street Trailer (2021)

23 April 2021

Take a stroll down Sesame Street and witness the birth of the most influential children's show in television history.

The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson Trailer (1990)

21 November 1990

While the Muppets prepare a tribute to the late Jim Henson, they learn about the life and career of the renowned puppeteer/film maker.

Sesame Street: Bedtime with Elmo Trailer (2009)

01 June 2009

It's bedtime on Sesame Street! Just like all little kids, Elmo and Abby would rather make funny facep

Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey Trailer (2011)

21 October 2011

Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with his idol, master puppeteer Jim Henson.

Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! Trailer (1994)

18 May 1994

Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! was a 1994 TV special that aired on ABC to celebrate Sesame Street's 25th anniversary.

Bob Hope on the Road to China Trailer (1979)

16 September 1979

Bob Hope tours China, takes in the culture and meets up with Big Bird, Crystal Gayle, Peaches and Herb, and others.

Sesame Street: Sesame Sings Karaoke Trailer (2003)

05 August 2003

Get ready for a musical Sesame Street Muppet ® extravaganza! Something’s in the air on Sesame Street that makes everyone want to sing! Elmo and Rosita break into song when they have a playdate, but can’t find each other! Won’t "Somebody Come and Play?" The music goes on into the night when Sesame Street stays up late to sing more songs - karaoke style.

Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly! Trailer (1990)

30 April 1990

Big Bird and his pals are making musical mayhem as they sing the goofiest, nuttiest, silliest songs ever.

I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story Trailer (2015)

06 May 2015

A documentary about Caroll Spinney who has been Sesame Street's Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969.

Sesame Street: Elmo Saves Christmas Trailer (1996)

24 December 1996

Can there be such a thing as too much Christmas? Find out... when a magical Christmas wish is granted and Elmo gets to see what the world would be like if every day were Christmas!

Jim Henson: His Sesame Street Story Trailer (2009)

12 December 2009

This look at the contributions of Jim Henson and his early Sesame Street collaborators (including Frank Oz, Fran Brill, and Caroll Spinney) shows what made the Muppets such an integral part of the beloved show.

Big Bird in Japan Trailer (1988)

01 October 1988

While visiting Japan, Big Bird wanders off from a guided tour bus in Tokyo, and is lost until a Japanese woman helps him get to where he needs to go.

Sesame Street: Old School Vol. 1 (1969-1974) Trailer (2008)

27 October 2008

A collection of complete episodes, including the pilot, from the first five years of the groundbreaking US kids' show that actually managed to entertain and educate at the same time.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure Trailer (2008)

01 January 2008

The movie follows Sesame Street’s Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from Zhima Jie, the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street.

Julie on Sesame Street Trailer (1973)

23 November 1973

Julie on Sesame Street was one of a series of Julie Andrews TV specials, produced by ATV and distributed by ITC.

This Way to Sesame Street Trailer (1969)

08 November 1969

A commercial television preview of the new children's educational series, Sesame Street.

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland: Sing and Play Trailer (1999)

07 September 1999

Elmo's back in Grouchland to sing some of his favorite songs with his new friend Grizzy. There's just one problem - Grouches aren't supposed to cooperate, so Grizzy won't sing along!

Sesame Street: Abby in Wonderland Trailer (2008)

06 September 2008

Follow Abby and Elmo down the rabbit hole in this enchanting re-imagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.