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Muppet Treasure Island | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 16, 1996

Feb 16, 2026
On this day in 1996, the swashbuckling musical ‘Muppet Treasure Island' was released to theaters. It was the fifth Muppet film and the second directed by Brian Henson. The story largely followed Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1883 tale. The film starred Tim Curry as Long John Silver, who said it was his favorite acting role. Kevin Bishop played Jim Hawkins and was joined by Gonzo and Rizzo as his best friends. Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Bunsen and Beaker, and Sam Eagle rounded out the main cast. [30 years ago in 2026] Don't miss Daps Magic's official weekly YouTube show Geeks Corner here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAF91C7183BAB676B Visit Daps Magic: https://DapsMagic.com Daps Magic HQ: https://DapsMagic.com/DapsHQ Daps Magic was created by a very special group of Disney Fans who had a dream for a place on the internet where people, young and old, could share their love of Walt Disney and his legacy in a safe and fun atmosphere.

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