This The Muppets review contains spoilers.
On one hand, this is the biggest problem with the episode.
Even if it did, the subplot is incredibly half-baked and ends just as soon as it begins.
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And you know what?
This week, things are a bit more streamlined.
Its all about the plot about Piggy at the bar.
Plus its more of a running gag than anything else.
It even helps that Ed Helms is the only celebrity to guest star in this one.
Its really refreshing considering the shows controversial direction.
You know, like how the Muppets are supposed to be.
Beaker and Honeydew high-five over their plans to get hammered.
Swedish Chef sings Rappers Delight on karaoke.
Scooter is happily aghast that hes cursing up a storm (or at least what he considers cursing).
Everyones getting way into the song Dont Stop Believing.
Its the enthusiasm the shows been missing since it began.
Then, of course, Kermit has to find a way to bring back the status quo.
It might make Pig Out an outlier, but its at least proof that the mockumentary format can work.
Lot of funny bits too.
It looks like theyre starting to work out the kinks.
Lets hope next week can keep up the momentum.
Rating:
4 out of 5
