💡 Note: Most 2021 uploads are fan scans from VHS or DVD, often under “Community Video” or “Feature Films” collections. These are not official studio uploads.
Before 2021, watching The Great Muppet Caper in high quality online was surprisingly frustrating. While The Muppet Movie (1979) and The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) were ubiquitous on streaming platforms, Caper often floated in rights limbo. DVDs went out of print. Streaming licenses expired regularly. For a film that features Miss Piggy’s iconic "Happiness Hotel" song and the single greatest romantic flight over a swamp since Peter Pan , this was unacceptable. the great muppet caper internet archive 2021
The year 2021 was a pivotal time for the Internet Archive. The organization was engaged in a high-profile legal battle with publishers regarding their "Controlled Digital Lending" program. This scrutiny made the Archive a hot topic in digital rights circles. 💡 Note: Most 2021 uploads are fan scans