The Flintstones 1960
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What is The Flintstones?
The Flintstones is an American animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions. Created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, the series follows the misadventures of two modern-day Stone Age families, the Flintstones and the Rubbles.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1960
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 166
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 30, 1960
- Last aired
- Apr 1, 1966
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Family, Animation, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The Flintstones is an American animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions. Created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, the series follows the misadventures of two modern-day Stone Age families, the Flintstones and the Rubbles. The show originally aired on ABC from September 30, 1960, until April 1, 1966. It holds the distinction of being the first animated series to occupy a prime-time slot on television, as well as the first animated sitcom. The voice cast for the program included Alan Reed, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl, and Bea Benaderet. Throughout its broadcast history, the series was designed to appeal to both adult and child audiences. Following its initial run, the show has been featured in various formats, including reruns on networks such as Cartoon Network and Boomerang, and it remains available for viewing through digital platforms. The program is recognized for its portrayal of contemporary life set within a prehistoric environment, focusing on the daily lives and interactions of its central family units.
Should you watch it?
“Follow the daily lives of two Stone Age families navigating modern life in prehistoric Bedrock.”
- historical significance as the first prime-time animated sitcom
- engaging for both adult and younger audiences
- older animation style may feel dated to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic television animation and sitcom-style storytelling.
The series is generally suitable for a wide audience, including both adults and children.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 28 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Flintstone Flyer Sep 30, 1960
- E2 Hot Lips Hannigan Oct 7, 1960
- E3 The Swimming Pool Oct 14, 1960
- E4 No Help Wanted Oct 21, 1960
- E5 The Split Personality Oct 28, 1960
- E6 The Monster from the Tar Pits Nov 4, 1960
- E7 The Babysitters Nov 11, 1960
- E8 At the Races Nov 18, 1960
- E9 The Engagement Ring Nov 25, 1960
- E10 Hollyrock, Here I Come Dec 2, 1960
- E11 The Golf Champion Dec 9, 1960
- E12 The Sweepstakes Ticket Dec 16, 1960
- E13 The Drive-in Dec 23, 1960
- E14 The Prowler Dec 30, 1960
- E15 The Girls' Night Out Jan 6, 1961
- E16 Arthur Quarry's Dance Class Jan 13, 1961
- E17 The Big Bank Robbery Jan 20, 1961
- E18 The Snorkasaurus Hunter Jan 27, 1961
- E19 The Hot Piano Feb 3, 1961
- E20 The Hypnotist Feb 10, 1961
- E21 Love Letters on the Rocks Feb 17, 1961
- E22 The Tycoon Feb 24, 1961
- E23 The Astra' Nuts Mar 3, 1961
- E24 The Long, Long Weekend Mar 10, 1961
- E25 In the Dough Mar 17, 1961
- E26 The Good Scout Mar 24, 1961
- E27 Rooms for Rent Mar 31, 1961
- E28 Fred Flintstone: Before and After Apr 7, 1961
Season 2 · 32 episodes
- E1 The Hit Song Writers Sep 15, 1961
- E2 Droop Along Flintstone Sep 22, 1961
- E3 The Missing Bus Sep 29, 1961
- E4 Alvin Brickrock Presents Oct 6, 1961
- E5 Fred Flintstone Woos Again Oct 13, 1961
- E6 The Rock Quarry Story Oct 20, 1961
- E7 The Soft Touchables Oct 27, 1961
- E8 Flintstone of Prinstone Nov 3, 1961
- E9 The Little White Lie Nov 10, 1961
- E10 Social Climbers Nov 17, 1961
- E11 The Beauty Contest Dec 1, 1961
- E12 The Masquerade Ball Dec 8, 1961
- E13 The Picnic Dec 15, 1961
- E14 The House Guest Dec 22, 1961
- E15 The X-Ray Story Dec 29, 1961
- E16 The Gambler Jan 5, 1962
- E17 A Star is Almost Born Jan 12, 1962
- E18 The Entertainer Jan 19, 1962
- E19 Wilma's Vanishing Money Jan 26, 1962
- E20 Feudin' and Fussin' Feb 2, 1962
- E21 Impractical Joker Feb 9, 1962
- E22 Operation Barney Feb 16, 1962
- E23 The Happy Household Feb 23, 1962
- E24 Fred Strikes Out Mar 2, 1962
- E25 This is Your Lifesaver Mar 9, 1962
- E26 Trouble-In-Law Mar 16, 1962
- E27 The Mailman Cometh Mar 23, 1962
- E28 The Rock Vegas Story Mar 30, 1962
- E29 Divided We Sail Apr 6, 1962
- E30 Kleptomaniac Caper Apr 13, 1962
- E31 Latin Lover Apr 20, 1962
- E32 Take Me Out to the Ball Game Apr 27, 1962
Season 3 · 28 episodes
- E1 Dino Goes Hollyrock Sep 14, 1962
- E2 Fred's New Boss Sep 21, 1962
- E3 Barney the Invisible Sep 28, 1962
- E4 Bowling Ballet Oct 5, 1962
- E5 The Twitch Oct 12, 1962
- E6 Here's Snow in Your Eyes Oct 19, 1962
- E7 The Buffalo Convention Oct 26, 1962
- E8 The Little Stranger Nov 2, 1962
- E9 Baby Barney Nov 9, 1962
- E10 Hawaiian Escapade Nov 16, 1962
- E11 Ladies' Day Nov 23, 1962
- E12 Nuttin' But the Tooth Nov 30, 1962
- E13 High School Fred Dec 7, 1962
- E14 Dial S for Suspicion Dec 14, 1962
- E15 Flash Gun Freddie Dec 21, 1962
- E16 The Kissing Burglar Jan 4, 1963
- E17 Wilma, the Maid Jan 11, 1963
- E18 The Hero Jan 18, 1963
- E19 The Surprise Jan 25, 1963
- E20 Mother-In-Law's Visit Feb 1, 1963
- E21 Foxy Grandma Feb 8, 1963
- E22 Fred's New Job Feb 15, 1963
- E23 The Blessed Event Feb 22, 1963
- E24 Carry On, Nurse Fred Mar 1, 1963
- E25 Ventriloquist Barney Mar 8, 1963
- E26 The Big Move Mar 22, 1963
- E27 Swedish Visitors Mar 29, 1963
- E28 The Birthday Party Apr 5, 1963
Season 4 · 26 episodes
- E1 Ann-Margrock Presents Sep 19, 1963
- E2 Groom Gloom Sep 26, 1963
- E3 Little Bamm-Bamm Oct 3, 1963
- E4 Dino Disappears Oct 10, 1963
- E5 Fred's Monkeyshines Oct 17, 1963
- E6 The Flintstone Canaries Oct 24, 1963
- E7 Glue for Two Oct 31, 1963
- E8 Big League Freddie Nov 7, 1963
- E9 Old Lady Betty Nov 14, 1963
- E10 Sleep On, Sweet Fred Nov 21, 1963
- E11 Kleptomaniac Pebbles Nov 28, 1963
- E12 Daddy's Little Beauty Dec 5, 1963
- E13 Daddies Anonymous Dec 12, 1963
- E14 Peek-a-Boo Camera Dec 19, 1963
- E15 Once Upon a Coward Dec 26, 1963
- E16 Ten Little Flintstones Jan 2, 1964
- E17 Fred el Terrifico Jan 9, 1964
- E18 Bedrock Hillbillies Jan 16, 1964
- E19 Flintstone and the Lion Jan 23, 1964
- E20 Cave Scout Jamboree Jan 30, 1964
- E21 Room for Two Feb 6, 1964
- E22 Ladies' Night at the Lodge Feb 13, 1964
- E23 Reel Trouble Feb 20, 1964
- E24 Son of Rockzilla Feb 27, 1964
- E25 Bachelor Daze Mar 5, 1964
- E26 Operation Switchover Mar 12, 1964
Season 5 · 26 episodes
- E1 Hop Happy Sep 17, 1964
- E2 Monster Fred Sep 24, 1964
- E3 Itty Bitty Fred Oct 1, 1964
- E4 Pebbles' Birthday Party Oct 8, 1964
- E5 Bedrock Rodeo Round-Up Oct 15, 1964
- E6 Cinderellastone Oct 22, 1964
- E7 A Haunted House is Not a Home Oct 29, 1964
- E8 Dr. Sinister Nov 5, 1964
- E9 The Gruesomes Nov 12, 1964
- E10 The Most Beautiful Baby in Bedrock Nov 19, 1964
- E11 Dino and Juliet Nov 26, 1964
- E12 King for a Night Dec 3, 1964
- E13 Indianrockolis 500 Dec 10, 1964
- E14 Adobe Dick Dec 17, 1964
- E15 Christmas Flintstone Dec 25, 1964
- E16 Fred's Flying Lesson Jan 1, 1965
- E17 Fred's Second Car Jan 8, 1965
- E18 Time Machine Jan 15, 1965
- E19 The Hatrocks and the Gruesomes Jan 22, 1965
- E20 Moonlight and Maintenance Jan 29, 1965
- E21 Sheriff for a Day Feb 5, 1965
- E22 Deep in the Heart of Texarock Feb 12, 1965
- E23 The Rolls Rock Caper Feb 19, 1965
- E24 Superstone Feb 26, 1965
- E25 Fred Meets Hercurock Mar 5, 1965
- E26 Surfin' Fred Mar 12, 1965
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
The series follows the misadventures of two modern-day Stone Age families, the Flintstones and the Rubbles.
When did the series originally air?
The show originally aired on ABC from September 30, 1960, until 1966.
Who produced the series?
The series was produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions.
What makes this show historically significant?
It was the first animated series to hold a prime-time television slot and the first animated sitcom.
Is the show appropriate for children?
While geared toward adults, the series is considered watchable for children as well.