Jim Henson’s classic series “The Muppet Show” began airing on Disney + on Friday, but is now preceded by a warning of offensive content.

“This program includes negative representations and / or mistreatment of people or cultures,” the warning read. “These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than removing this content, we want to recognize its detrimental impact, learn from it and spark conversations to together create a more inclusive future. “

The show, which ran for five seasons between 1976 and 1981, features new warning content across 18 episodes, including those hosted by Steve Martin, Peter Sellers, Kenny Rogers, Johnny Cash, Debbie Harry and Marty Feldman, among others. .

Each episode carries the 12-second warning for a different reason, from the appearance of Cash singing in front of a Confederate flag to negative portrayals of Native Americans, the Middle East, and people of other cultures. Additionally, two episodes from the final season, starring guest stars Brooke Shields and writer Chris Langham, are being left out entirely.

Last year, disclaimers were also added to Disney movies such as “Peter Pan”, “Aladdin”, “The Jungle Book”, “The Aristocats”, “Lady and the Tramp”, “Dumbo” and “Swiss Family Robinson” for similar reasons. representations of stereotypes.

“Disney is committed to creating stories with inspiring and ambitious themes that reflect the rich diversity of human experience across the world,” the warning continues before redirecting viewers to the company’s Stories Matter initiative. .

“As part of our continued commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are reviewing our library and adding disclaimers to content that includes negative portrayals or mistreatment of people or cultures. “, We read on the Stories Matter site. “Rather than removing this content, we see an opportunity to spark a conversation and open a dialogue about the story that concerns us all. We also want to recognize that some communities have been erased or completely forgotten and we are committed to giving voice to their stories as well.

Jim Henson’s classic series “The Muppet Show” began airing on Disney + on Friday, but is now preceded by a warning of offensive content.

“This program includes negative representations and / or mistreatment of people or cultures,” the warning read. “These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than removing this content, we want to recognize its detrimental impact, learn from it and spark conversations to together create a more inclusive future. “

The show, which ran for five seasons between 1976 and 1981, features new warning content across 18 episodes, including those hosted by Steve Martin, Peter Sellers, Kenny Rogers, Johnny Cash, Debbie Harry and Marty Feldman, among others. .

Each episode carries the 12-second warning for a different reason, from the appearance of Cash singing in front of a Confederate flag to negative portrayals of Native Americans, the Middle East, and people of other cultures. Additionally, two episodes from the final season, starring guest stars Brooke Shields and writer Chris Langham, are being left out entirely.

Last year, disclaimers were also added to Disney movies such as “Peter Pan”, “Aladdin”, “The Jungle Book”, “The Aristocats”, “Lady and the Tramp”, “Dumbo” and “Swiss Family Robinson” for similar reasons. representations of stereotypes.

“Disney is committed to creating stories with inspiring and ambitious themes that reflect the rich diversity of human experience across the world,” the warning continues before redirecting viewers to the company’s Stories Matter initiative. .

“As part of our continued commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are reviewing our library and adding disclaimers to content that includes negative portrayals or mistreatment of people or cultures. “, We read on the Stories Matter site. “Rather than removing this content, we see an opportunity to spark a conversation and open a dialogue about the story that concerns us all. We also want to recognize that some communities have been erased or completely forgotten and we are committed to giving voice to their stories as well.