Brian Henson

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Characters played by Brian Henson

Hoggle / Goblin — Labyrinth (1986)

Hoggle is a dwarf whom Sarah meets in the wasteland after Jareth sends her into the labyrinth. He helps her enter it, is ordered to mislead her with an enchanted peach, later rescues her from the gate guard, and is forgiven when he rejoins Sarah and the others.

Additional Muppet Performer — The Muppet Movie (1979)

Uncredited or minor credited performer for background puppetry.

Jack Pumpkinhead (voice) — Return to Oz (1985)

Jack Pumpkinhead is a living figure brought to life with Mombi's Powder of Life. He joins Dorothy after explaining the group's escape opportunity, helps travel across the Deadly Desert, is transformed into an ornament by the Nome King, and is restored by Dorothy's correct choice.

Dr. Phil Van Neuter / Sal Minella — Muppets from Space (1999)

Dr. Phil Van Neuter is the surgeon preparing to remove Gonzo's brain at C.O.V.N.E.T. During the rescue, Rizzo frees Gonzo from the dissection table, while the other rats attack Dr. Phil Van Neuter and disrupt the operation.

Muppet Performer / Cyclist — The Great Muppet Caper (1981)

Performer doubling as a background cyclist in street scenes.

Additional Muppet Performer (voice) — The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)

Background puppeteer providing vocal effects.

Andy Pig / Mink in 'Gotta Get That Name' (voice) — Muppet Classic Theater (1994)

Plays one of the three little pigs who builds a flimsy straw house, gets blown down by the wolf, and learns to respect his sister.

Career Overview

Brian Henson has 83 screen credits in a career dating back to 1967. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Muppets Classic with 3 titles. Signature works include Labyrinth, The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Theseus & the Minotaur, Tinseltown. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
83
Birth Date
1963-11-03
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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