Tinseltown

Synopsis

This short made as a pilot by The Jim Henson Company for the Logo Network in 2007 revolves around the lives of a gay couple, Bobby and Samson (anthropomorphic pig and bull puppets respectively) balancing their romance, family and careers in Hollywood alongside a cast of supporting human characters. Was considered lost media for years until it resurfaced on Youtube on June 24th, 2026.

CAST

Brian Henson

Director

Bill Barretta

Director

Bill Barretta

Bobby Vegan

Brian Henson

Samson Knight

Mia Sara

Lena

Francesco Quinn

Arturo

Michelan Sisti

Bobby Vegan (Assistant puppeteer)

Drew Massey

Samson Knight (Assistant Puppeteer)

Paul Butcher

Foster

Brian Henson

Director

Bill Barretta

Director

Bill Barretta

Bobby Vegan

Brian Henson

Samson Knight

Mia Sara

Lena

Francesco Quinn

Arturo

Michelan Sisti

Bobby Vegan (Assistant puppeteer)

Drew Massey

Samson Knight (Assistant Puppeteer)

Paul Butcher

Foster