Jerry Nelson

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Jerry Nelson (July 10, 1934 – August 23, 2012) was an American puppeteer, best known for his work with The Muppets. Renowned for his wide range of characters and singing abilities, he performed Muppet characters on Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and various Muppet movies and specials.

Most Popular Jerry Nelson Trailers

Total trailers found: 135

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.

Behind the Scenes in Frogtown Hollow Trailer (2005)

04 October 2005

Interviews with key participants from and behind-the-scenes footage of Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977).

The Muppets Trailer (2011)

23 November 2011

When Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary, and his felt-faced brother, Walter, swoop in to help the gang put on a telethon show and raise the $10 million they need to save the day.

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.

The Dark Crystal Trailer (1982)

17 December 1982

On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.

Best Ever Muppet Moments Trailer (2006)

11 March 2006

A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary.

The Muppet Christmas Carol Trailer (1992)

11 December 1992

A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during nighttime visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

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.

Jim Henson Idea Man Trailer (2024)

18 May 2024

Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

Muppets Most Wanted Trailer (2014)

20 March 2014

After the success of their telethon and renewed fame, the Muppets go on a world tour and find themselves wrapped into an European jewel-heist caper headed by a Kermit the Frog look-alike and his dastardly sidekick.

Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration Trailer (1993)

29 October 1993

Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration is a special produced for the beloved series' 25th anniversary.

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.

Muppets from Space Trailer (1999)

14 July 1999

When Gonzo's breakfast cereal tells him that he's the descendant of aliens from another planet, his attempts at extraterrestrial communication get him kidnapped by a secret government agency, prompting the Muppets to spring into action to rescue their friend.

Lighthouse Island Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

When a man visits a remote coastal town to buy a pair of silver shoes for his fiancée, he becomes involved in a dangerous bargain with the shopkeeper.

The Muppets Take Manhattan Trailer (1984)

27 June 1984

When the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn't easy to find a producer who's willing to back a show starring a frog and a pig.

Muppet Treasure Island Trailer (1996)

16 February 1996

Young Jim Hawkins and his two best friends, Gonzo and Rizzo, embark on a voyage across the high seas in search of buried treasure, but soon find that not everyone onboard can be trusted.

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.

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie Trailer (2002)

29 November 2002

The owner of a bank (Miss Bitterman) wants to own the Muppet Theatre so she can build a nightclub over it.

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.

Kermit's Swamp Years Trailer (2002)

03 September 2002

At 12 years old, Kermit the Frog and best friends Goggles and Croaker travel outside their homes in the swamps of the Deep South to do something extraordinary with their lives.

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.

I Love Muppets Trailer (2002)

31 March 2002

Gonzo the Great talks about the Muppets creator Jim Henson and what he did before the television show was made in 1976.

The Muppets Go Hollywood Trailer (1979)

16 May 1979

Kermit the Frog throws a glamorous party at the Cocoanut Grove nightclub to celebrate the premiere of the Muppets' first feature film, The Muppet Movie.

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.

Dog City Trailer (1989)

05 May 1989

This parody of film noir and gangster flicks takes us through the dangerous town of Dog City, teeming with colorful Muppet Dog characters.

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.

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: Put Down the Duckie Trailer (1988)

05 October 1988

The stars come out on Sesame Street in this fun-filled video featuring the show's most memorable moments.

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 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.

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: 50 Years and Counting Trailer (2019)

01 October 2019

A compilation of various segments and plots from the iconic edutainment series' history, with one disc containing 75 individual segments (presented in themed sections) and the other containing nine street plots, including the reveal of Mr.

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: Elmo Says BOO! Trailer (1997)

08 July 1997

Look who's come to visit The Count's spooky castle. It's Elmo! Is he scared? Only for a second because soon he's having a howling good time as his Sesame Street friends stir up some spirited fun.

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!

The Earth Day Special Trailer (1990)

22 April 1990

The Earth Day Special is a television special revolving around Earth Day that aired on ABC on April 22, 1990.

Muppet Sing Alongs: Treasure Island Trailer (1996)

14 February 1996

Muppet Sing Alongs: Muppet Treasure Island is a 1996 video produced just before the release of the feature film Muppet Treasure Island.

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.

Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas Trailer (1977)

04 December 1977

A poor otter family risks everything for the chance to win the cash prize of a talent contest for Christmas.

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.

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.

The Muppets - Studio DC - Almost Live Trailer (2008)

11 February 2008

With songs, dancing and backstage antics, The Muppets and Disney Channel's biggest stars team up for another fun variety show.

Sesame Street: Sleepytime Songs & Stories Trailer (1986)

01 January 1986

Bedtime Stories & Songs is a 1986 Sesame Street direct-to-video compilation, released on VHS as part of the My Sesame Street Home Video label.

The Christmas Toy Trailer (1986)

06 December 1986

It's Christmas Eve and the playroom is alive with excitement for the new toys that will arrive the next day.

Christmas Eve on Sesame Street Trailer (1978)

03 December 1978

Everyone on Sesame Street is preparing for Christmas: Bert and Ernie exchange gifts in a "The Gift of the Magi" fashion, Cookie Monster wants to get his most desired treat this year, and Big Bird worries when Oscar tells him that if Santa Claus can't fit down the chimney on Christmas Eve, nobody would get presents.

Fraggle Rock: Live by the Rule of the Rock Trailer (1983)

21 March 1983

Gobo has not received his usual postcard from his Uncle Traveling Matt. He eventually comes to realize that he must venture out into Outer Space to look for him.

Sesame Street: Let's Eat! Funny Food Songs Trailer (2003)

01 January 2003

After working hard, Grover has finally gotten a job as a waiter at the hot restaurant in town, Planet Storybook.

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: 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: Singing with the Stars Trailer (2012)

01 April 2012

Dance and sing along with this star-studded special from Sesame Street! From Alicia Keys to the Dixie Chicks, Andrea Bocelli, Adam Sandler and more, this video will get your child moving!

Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Trailer (1983)

16 November 1983

As the Metropolitan Museum of Art closes, Big Bird decides to leave his Sesame Street friends behind in search of Snuffy.

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.

Sesame Street: Elmo's World: Summer Vacation Trailer (2008)

24 June 2008

Elmo's World: Summer Vacation is a 2008 Sesame Street DVD release containing three Elmo's World episodes.

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.

Fraggles Look For Jobs Trailer (1986)

16 May 1986

Fraggle Rock wrap video taped in 1986, and screened May 16, 1986.

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.

Big Bird in China Trailer (1983)

29 May 1983

Big Bird and his Sesame Street companion, Barkley, the big, fluffy dog, travel across China in search of the legendary Feng Huang, the Phoenix Bird.

John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together Trailer (1979)

05 December 1979

In this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known holiday songs.

Muppet Sing Alongs: Billy Bunny's Animal Songs Trailer (1993)

21 May 1993

Billy Bunny sings his way across the forest where he runs across a swamp full of frogs, a cave filled with rapping bears, and a singing porcupine.

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.