The Flintstones
The Flintstones

The Flintstones

1994Movie91 minEnglish

Modern Stone Age family the Flintstones hit the big screen in this live-action version of the classic cartoon. Fred helps Barney adopt a child. Barney sees an opportunity to repay him when Slate Mining tests its employees to find a new executive. But no good deed goes unpunished.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users64%
Director: Brian LevantGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble get promoted at the Slate Rock and Gravel Company, but Fred's newfound wealth leads to arrogance and strains his relationships. Meanwhile, the company's scheme to exploit workers is revealed, threatening the idyllic town of Bedrock.

Critical Reception

The live-action adaptation of the beloved animated series was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found the humor dated and the plot uninspired. Audiences were somewhat more forgiving, appreciating the nostalgia and the colorful production design, though it was generally considered a disappointment compared to the original cartoon.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful recreation of the cartoon's visual aesthetic and some nostalgic charm.
  • Criticized for a weak, predictable plot and jokes that failed to land for modern audiences.
  • Often seen as a visual spectacle that lacked substance and memorable comedic moments.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's colorful sets and costumes, which accurately captured the look of the classic cartoon. However, many found the humor to be predictable and the story unengaging, leading to a mixed reception.

Fun Fact

The iconic Flintstones' theme song, "Meet the Flintstones," was re-recorded for the film with a rock-and-roll arrangement by The B-52's.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
Wuchak

Wuchak

_**The animated show comes to life with John Goodman in the lead role**_ While critics love to bash this live-action cinematic version of "The Flintstones" and the rating here at IMDb is surprisingly low, the movie was a huge hit in 1994...