The Flintstones

File:Music Helped 'Flintstones' on Way to Fame: In 1960, Hoyt Curtin created the lively theme for the Stone Age family. The show's producers say it may be the most frequently broadcast song on TV

Music Helped 'Flintstones' on Way to Fame: In 1960, Hoyt Curtin created the lively theme for the Stone Age family. The show's producers say it may be the most frequently broadcast song on TV

Fred and Wilma Flintstone advertising cigarettes

Theme The Flintstones cafeteria and bar in Agia Napa Republic of Cyprus

== The Flintstones ==

The Flintstones is an American animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera. The series takes place in a romanticized Stone Age setting and follows the activities of the titular family, the Flintstones, and their next-door neighbors, the Rubbles. It was originally broadcast on ABC from September 30, 1960, to April 1, 1966, and was the first animated series to hold a prime-time slot on television.

Plot

The show is set in the prehistoric town of Bedrock and follows the lives of Fred Flintstone, his wife Wilma Flintstone, their daughter Pebbles Flintstone, and their pet dinosaur Dino. Their best friends and neighbors are Barney Rubble, his wife Betty Rubble, and their son Bamm-Bamm Rubble. The series depicts the Flintstones' and Rubbles' daily lives, including their work, family interactions, and social activities.

Characters

• Fred Flintstone - The main character, known for his loud personality and catchphrase "Yabba-Dabba-Doo!"
• Wilma Flintstone - Fred's patient and loving wife.
• Pebbles Flintstone - The Flintstones' infant daughter.
• Dino - The Flintstones' pet dinosaur.
• Barney Rubble - Fred's best friend and neighbor.
• Betty Rubble - Barney's wife.
• Bamm-Bamm Rubble - The Rubbles' super-strong adopted son.

Setting

The town of Bedrock is a fictional prehistoric city where dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures coexist with humans. The Flintstones' world is an anachronistic version of the Stone Age, featuring modern conveniences such as cars, telephones, and household appliances, all made from stone, wood, and animal parts.

Production

The Flintstones was created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, who were inspired by the live-action sitcom The Honeymooners. The show was groundbreaking as the first prime-time animated series and set the stage for future animated sitcoms.

Legacy

The Flintstones has had a lasting impact on popular culture and has spawned numerous spin-offs, movies, and merchandise. The characters and their catchphrases remain iconic, and the show is considered a classic of American television.

Related Pages

• Hanna-Barbera
• The Jetsons
• Scooby-Doo
• Yogi Bear
• The Honeymooners