The Flintstone Comedy Hour
The Flintstone Comedy Hour is a one-hour Saturday morning cartoon anthology series produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions. The program originally aired on CBS as an hour-long show from September 9, 1972 to September 1, 1973 on CBS. The show's first half-hour included new segments featuring Fred & Barney, short gags, vignettes by the cast of Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm and songs performed by the new Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm band called "The Bedrock Rockers" followed by four new episodes and reruns of The Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm Show in the second half-hour. The show also featured bad-luck Schleprock, Moonrock, Penny, Wiggy and the Bronto Bunch from The Pebbles and Bamm Bamm Show. Mickey Stevens replaced Sally Struthers as the voice of Pebbles in four new episodes of The Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm Show and in brief in-between segments, Struthers at the time being fully committed to her role as Gloria Stivic on All in the Family. And this was the final spin-off to feature Alan Reed as the voice of Fred Flintstone because he died in 1977 four months before Fred Flintstone and Friends began to air on October 3, 1977 and he was replaced by Henry Corden who would voice Fred until his own death in 2005.
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Plot Summary
This animated variety show revives the beloved Flintstone family for a new generation. Each episode features Fred Flintstone, Barney Rubble, Wilma, and Betty engaging in zany prehistoric adventures and musical numbers. The show also includes a "Flintstone Funnies" segment with shorter cartoons and guest stars, alongside songs performed by the main characters.
Critical Reception
As a Saturday morning cartoon from the late 70s, "The Flintstone Comedy Hour" was primarily aimed at a young audience and received a generally positive reception for its humor and characters. While not critically acclaimed in the way adult dramas are, it was a popular staple for children during its original run, praised for its lighthearted entertainment and familiar Hanna-Barbera charm.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers a nostalgic return to the classic Flintstones characters with updated comedic flair.
- Features a mix of animation styles and segments, keeping younger viewers engaged.
- The musical numbers and interspersed short cartoons contribute to its family-friendly appeal.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's nostalgic value for those who grew up with it, appreciating its return to classic Hanna-Barbera animation and humor. While specific detailed reviews are scarce for this particular iteration, general sentiment for 70s Flintstones cartoons points to enjoyment of its lighthearted, family-oriented comedy.
Fun Fact
The show featured a segment called "Bamm-Bamm and Pebbles", which served as a spin-off for the characters before their own series was developed.
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