Long John Silver – Muppet Treasure Island (1996)

While many actors struggle to share the screen with Jim Henson's creations, Curry went full pirate and leaned heavily into the theatricality. He perfectly matched the chaotic energy of his felt co-stars, delivering a delightfully camp, swashbuckling performance. Curry often fondly stated in interviews that this was one of his favorite sets to work on, specifically because he got to fulfill a childhood dream of being a professional pirate. The movie was both a critical and commercial success, debuting at number two at the US box office and grossing over $34 million. It is widely regarded by critics and Muppet enthusiasts as one of the finest literary adaptations the franchise ever produced, with Curry's human performance frequently praised as the absolute highlight.