Muppets from Space (1999) Filming Locations and Cast Details

Muppets from Space is a 1999 film that mixes adventure and comedy. The movie tells the story of Gonzo, who is kidnapped by men in black after being contacted by his alien family, leading to a rescue mission by Kermit and the rest of the gang. The film reveals where it was shot, who played the various roles, and other interesting trivia and facts.

Where it Filmed?

Muppets from Space was primarily filmed at various locations across Wilmington, North Carolina, USA. These include general cityscapes and specific sites like Screen Gems Studios at 1223 N 23rd Street, the historic Fennell-Crump House at 219 N 7th Street, the now-defunct Ideal Cement Factory in Castle Hayne, and the expansive Stage 4 at EUE/Screen Gems Studios. The filming period spanned from November 9, 1998, to January 28, 1999.

Cast Details

Trivia and Facts

• Director of the movie is Tim Hill.
• The film was written by Jerry Juhl, Joey Mazzarino, and Ken Kaufman.
• Main stars were Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, and Bill Barretta.
• Dave Goelz played the characters Gonzo, Bunsen Honeydew, Waldorf, and The Birdman.
• Steve Whitmire played Kermit the Frog, Rizzo the Rat, Beaker, Cosmic Fish #1, and Rainbow, and was also the assistant for Miss Piggy’s character.
• Bill Barretta played Pepe the Prawn, Bobo as Rentro, Johnny Fiama, Bubba the Rat, and Cosmic Fish #2.
• The film was nominated for an award.
• The film has 122 user reviews and 56 critic reviews.

Geo Location Details

• Location Name: Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
  • Latitude: 34.2103894
  • Longitude: -77.8868117
  • Place ID: ChIJ1a7rDaL1qYkRMjAJhDhJZl4
  • Map Link: Google Map
  • Place Address: Wilmington, NC, USA
  • Timezone: America/New_York
• Location Name: Screen Gems Studios – 1223 N 23rd Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
  • Latitude: 34.2535575
  • Longitude: -77.92142919999999
  • Place ID: ChIJ2ShujVD1qYkRnndkXEZDwwc
  • Map Link: Google Map
  • Place Address: 1223 N 23rd St, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
  • Timezone: America/New_York
• Location Name: Ideal Cement Factory – Ideal Cement Road, Castle Hayne, North Carolina, USA
  • Latitude: 34.3701717
  • Longitude: -77.8434984
  • Place ID: ChIJNaERAOiJqYkRWNnlQX9OXL4
  • Map Link: Google Map
  • Place Address: Ideal Cement Rd, Castle Hayne, NC 28429, USA
  • Timezone: America/New_York
• Location Name: Stage 4, EUE/Screen Gems Studios – 1223 N 23rd Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
  • Latitude: 34.2535575
  • Longitude: -77.92142919999999
  • Place ID: ChIJ2ShujVD1qYkRnndkXEZDwwc
  • Map Link: Google Map
  • Place Address: 1223 N 23rd St, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
  • Timezone: America/New_York