Big Bird in China 40 years old

A 75 Minute Musical Adventure

Big Bird and his Sesame Street companion, Barkley, the big, fluffy dog, travel across China in search of the legendary Feng Huang, the Phoenix Bird. Along the way they visit with Chinese schoolchildren, watch a Tai Ji demonstration, learn some Chinese words and songs, and meet the mischievous Monkey King.

Credits

Big Bird in China Cast

Name Character
Jim Henson He was 46, 53 years old when he died as Ernie
Caroll Spinney He was 49, 85 years old when he died as Big Bird

Big Bird in China Crew

Name Department
Jon Stone as Director. He was 52 (65) years old when He died Directing
Big Bird in China poster
Big Bird in China (40 years)

A 75 Minute Musical Adventure

  • Release day: Sunday, May 29, 1983
  • Runtime: 75 minutes