The Muppet Christmas Carol is a 1992 musical fantasy comedy film and is adapted from the 1843 novella 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens.  It is the fourth theatrical release of the Muppet franchise.  Directed by Brian Henson.  Stars Michael Caine, alongside Muppet performers Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Jerry Nelson, and Frank Oz portraying various roles.