Time Piece (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1965, Time Piece is a comedy and music film directed by Jim Henson, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. Dislocation in time, time signatures, time as a philosophical concept, and slavery to time are some of the themes touched upon in this 9-minute experimental film, which was written, directed, and produced by Jim Henson. Screened for the first time at the Museum of Modern Art in May of 1965, "Time Piece" enjoyed an eighteen-month run at one Manhattan movie theater and was nominated for an Academy Award for Outstanding Short Subject.
Who’s in it. Time Piece stars Jim Henson as Man, Enid Cafritz as Wife, Jerry Juhl as Bartender and Frank Oz as Messenger boy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Time Piece has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Time Piece page.
If you liked it. Fans of Time Piece tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Time Piece (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Time Piece change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Time Piece worth watching?
- Time Piece holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Time Piece?
- Time Piece stars Jim Henson, Enid Cafritz, Jerry Juhl, Frank Oz and April March.
- When was Time Piece released?
- Time Piece was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.