The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland facts for kids

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland is a fun American children's movie from 1999. It stars Elmo, the lovable red monster from Sesame Street. The film was directed by Gary Halvorson. It tells a big story about friendship and sharing. The movie earned over $11 million. Its music was released by Michael Jackson's record company, MJJ Music.

Elmo's Big Adventure

This movie takes Elmo on an exciting journey. He learns important lessons about sharing and being a good friend. The story begins when Elmo's favorite blanket is accidentally taken. This leads him to a strange and messy place called Grouchland.

The Story of Elmo and His Blanket

Elmo loves his blue blanket very much. One day, he and his friend Zoe are playing. They have a little disagreement about sharing the blanket. Suddenly, the blanket is pulled away and disappears into Oscar the Grouch's trash can. Elmo is very upset. He decides to follow his blanket into Grouchland. This is a place where everything is dirty and grouchy.

Meeting New Friends and Foes

In Grouchland, Elmo meets many new characters. Some are friendly, and some are very grouchy. He meets Huxley, a greedy man who loves to take things. Elmo also meets the Queen of Trash. She helps him on his quest. Elmo has to overcome many challenges to get his blanket back. He learns that even in a grouchy place, kindness and friendship can win.

Who's in the Movie?

Many talented people helped bring The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland to life. This includes both human actors and the amazing Muppet performers.

Human Characters from Sesame Street

Some familiar faces from Sesame Street appear in the movie. They help Elmo and his friends.

• Alison Bartlett-O'Reilly as Gina
• Ruth Buzzi as Ruthie
• Emilio Delgado as Luis
• Loretta Long as Susan
• Sonia Manzano as Maria
• Bob McGrath as Bob
• Roscoe Orman as Gordon

Muppet Performers and Their Characters

The movie features many beloved Sesame Street Muppets. They are brought to life by skilled puppeteers.

• Kevin Clash as Elmo, Pestie, Grouch Jailer, Grouch Taxicab Driver
• Fran Brill as Zoe, Pestie, Prairie Dawn
• Stephanie D'Abruzzo as Grizzy, Pestie
• Dave Goelz as Humongous Chicken
• Steve Whitmire as Ernie, Stuckweed, Sharon Groan, Football Stenchman, Bad Humor Man, Parrot
• Frank Oz as Bert, Grover, Cookie Monster
• Jerry Nelson as Count von Count, Pestie, Grouch Mayor, Grouch Police Officer, Voice of Mr. Johnson
• Caroll Spinney as Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch
• Martin P. Robinson as Laundromat Manager, Pestie, Telly Monster
• Matt Vogel as Big Bird (puppetry in some scenes)
• David Rudman as Baby Bear, Alarm Clock Bird, Fat Blue Anything Muppet, Caterpillar, Pestie, Collander Stenchman, Grouch Ice Cream Customer, Puppeteer of Mr. Johnson, Various Grouches
• Joey Mazzarino as Bug
• Carmen Osbahr as Rosita