Scooter (Muppet) and Nelson were also known for being vocally talented, and Scooter sat in with the band on occasion (as a vocalist or guest musician). Scooter and Floyd's rendition of "Mr. Bass Man" symbolizes Hunt and Nelson's relationship. Scooter has appeared in most Muppet films and television specials. In "The Muppet Movie", Scooter acts as The Electric Mayhem's manager. In "The Great Muppet Caper", he was a resident of the Happiness Hotel. In "The Muppets Take Manhattan", he was among the core group who attended college together and struggled to put their show on. In this appearance, he was the treasurer
The Muppet Show cold open featuring Scooter visiting the guest star's dressing room was replaced by a new opening in which Pops, the doorman, would greet each guest as they entered the theatre. New characters included Pops, Lips, and Gaffer the Cat. Two new puppeteers, Brian Muehl and Karen Prell joined the troupe of Muppeteers during this series, and also Betsy Baytos was auditioned to perform in eight episodes during this season. "The Muppet Show" program was nominated for nine BAFTA Awards during its run, winning three. It was nominated for twenty-one Primetime Emmy Awards, winning four, including the 1978 award for Outstanding