The Muppet Show Is Deemed to Be Offensive by Disney+ Disclaimer The Muppet Show Is Deemed to Be Offensive by Disney+ Disclaimer The Muppet Show on Disney+ comes with a disclaimer warning viewers of 'negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures.' The Muppet Show is currently streaming on Disney+ with an offensive content disclaimer, warning viewers of potentially offensive material. Originally airing 1976 and 1981, the Muppet-hosted variety show has long been a favorite for fans of all ages, though the series and its subsequent incarnations have always been particularly popular with children. This week, "This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures," the statement reads. "These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it and spark conversation to create a more inclusive future together. Disney is committed to creating stories with inspirational and aspirational themes that reflect the rich diversity of the human experience around the globe."