FLINTSTONES Season 1 coming in 2004!

[B&W fan]

It's finally gonna happen! Warner Bros. says it will release the first season of The Flintstones (as well as the Jetsons) some time next year. There is no official release date set as of yet, but it is coming next year! Fantastic news, huh?!!!

B&W "actually, next year is shaping up quite nicely for me as far as TVonDVD goes. Alot of the older shows are scheduled for release, and I couldn't be happier!" fan

[Pavan]

Excellent news! Where did you read it though?

[B&W fan]

Originally posted by pavanbadal
Excellent news! Where did you read it though?

The most reliable source on the net for such news: The Digital Bits (http://www.thedigitalbits.com/articles/barriemaxwell/maxwell112803b.html)

It's about 3/4 the way down that page, at the end of the paragraph that begins with:

August appears to be the month when WB will release ...


B&W "I've been waiting for this news for a few years now" fan

[Adamantium]

Wasn't the first season or at least the first few episodes of The Flintstones done in black and white? I hope that they release them in their original fashion. Plus, didn't those early episodes have a different theme song?

I'm definately going to buy the DVD set. I try to buy all of the TV shows on DVD, but this is one that I'm really excited about.

[passionsfan79]

i saw this last night to i hope someday ill be able to buy it its one of my fav cartoons of all time infact it is my all time favorite cartoon

[W.J. Griffin]

Originally posted by TVAdam
Wasn't the first season or at least the first few episodes of The Flintstones done in black and white? I hope that they release them in their original fashion. Plus, didn't those early episodes have a different theme song?

I'm definately going to buy the DVD set. I try to buy all of the TV shows on DVD, but this is one that I'm really excited about.

The first two seasons were broadcast in black and white, as were most television programs from the late 50s/early 60s, but they were made in color from the outset, as Hanna-Barbera wanted the show to have a long life on tv, and a color program would ensure that long life.(and a long life means more money for the producers.)

However, the commercials that were made for "The Flintstones", particularly the Winston Cigarettes ads, were done in b&w, so maybe those will be included in the DVD as extras...

[CrazeeLoomis]

I read this news from tvshowsondvd.com the other day. Good news indeed, I cannot wait until it comes out, it will be awesome! Hopefully the first season sells good so they can put the whole series out.

[dandelion wine]

Very good news. :woohoo:

[Pug Lover]

Originally posted by TVAdam
Wasn't the first season or at least the first few episodes of The Flintstones done in black and white? I hope that they release them in their original fashion. Plus, didn't those early episodes have a different theme song?

I'm definately going to buy the DVD set. I try to buy all of the TV shows on DVD, but this is one that I'm really excited about. The first season did have a different theme song.It was an instramental titled"Rise And Shine",which could often be heard as background music in episodes throughout the series.The openning and closing credit scenes were different too.The openning scene apparently showed Fred driving home in his flintmobile,to sit infront of his television set.The closing scene involved Fred turning off the TV set,covering a birdcage with a blanket with Wilma asleep in bed,and last but not least,putting the cat out for the night.Followed by the now famous'cat throwing Fred out the door and locking him out'scene.For some reason,this theme was never seen again once it was replaced by the now more familiar"Meet The Flintstones"credit scenes.:rolleyes:

[B&W fan]

Originally posted by Pug Lover
For some reason,this theme was never seen again once it was replaced by the now more familiar"Meet The Flintstones"credit scenes.:rolleyes:
Actually, for those of us with Boomerang, we get to see those first couple of seasons and the "Rise & Shine" openings. I love them! And I hope they make sure that the dvds from the 1st Season use the correct opening and closing themes (the Rise & Shine theme). If not, I'll be very upset.

B&W "time to go to bed" fan

[RoseArt]

It's finally gonna happen! Warner Bros. says it will release the first season of The Flintstones (as well as the Jetsons) some time next year. There is no official release date set as of yet, but it is coming next year! Fantastic news, huh?!!!


I am all over that!!

[vashti1999]

They just announced March 16 as the release date for season 1. tvshowsondvd.com has more info here (http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=972)

[barwars]

DEFINATELY getting this.


Its one of the best cartoons ever.
(second only to the jetsons)

[Daffyfan2004]

Originally posted by B&W fan
Actually, for those of us with Boomerang, we get to see those first couple of seasons and the "Rise & Shine" openings. I love them! And I hope they make sure that the dvds from the 1st Season use the correct opening and closing themes (the Rise & Shine theme). If not, I'll be very upset.

B&W "time to go to bed" fan

Yeah. They showed the original opening on Cartoon Network as well.

[Kilroy Was Here]

You can now preorder the DVDs at Amazon.com for $45.49.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0001CNQUS/qid=1075240839//ref=sr_8_xs_dvd_i1_xgl74/104-5583716-3204761?v=glance&s=dvd

[Pavan]

YABBA DABBA DOO!
THE FIRST SEASON OF THE FLINTSTONES AND
SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU?
MAKE THEIR LONG AWAITED DEBUT ON DVD
FROM WARNER HOME VIDEO


March 16 Marks First-Ever Full-Season DVD Releases for Hanna-Barbera's Classic Animated Programs


Special Limited Edition Packaging For Both Box Sets To
Replicate Animation Cel From Each Series


BURBANK, CA (February 19, 2004) - Yabba Dabba Doo! Everyone's favorite modern stone-age family The Flintstones and animated mystery sleuths Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? Are making their highly-anticipated debut on DVD. Collectible box sets of the first seasons of two of television's classic and most historic animated series, will be available from Warner Home Video (WHV) on March 16, 2004 for $64.92 (SRP) each. The two separate "Hanna-Barbera Golden Collection" sets mark the first time ever every episode from the two Hanna-Barbera series' first seasons will be available on DVD.

Both The Flintstones and Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? Are considered to be two of the most successful animated television series in history. The two programs were created by television legends William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, who, under their pioneering production company Hanna-Barbera, created some of television's most enduring series, including The Flintstones and Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?

In addition to all 28 half-hour episodes of its entire first season, exclusive special features included with The Flintstones four disc DVD set will be:

"All About The Flintstones," a close look at the history of the series
"The Flagstones: The Lost Pilot"
"Wacky Inventions" featurette chronicling the many pre-historic amenities afforded to Bedrock
Early network television advertisements and promotional spots


Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? Special features supplementing the program's re-mastered 25 half-hour episodes of seasons one and two include:

"Scooby-Doo's Ultimate Fans" featurette
"Funky Fashions" featurette
"Scooby-Doo Street Smarts," detailing fans' favorite cases
"Take the Scooby Challenge" trivia
"Get The Picture: How to Draw Scooby-Doo and the Gang"
"America Loves Scooby-Doo" music video


Special packaging for the "Hanna-Barbera Golden Collection" sets of The Flintstones and Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? Will be presented in limited edition 4-disc box sets featuring transparent slipcases designed to resemble a vintage animation cel from each series, adding additional value to the products.

Further, the Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? DVD set will include a "Movie Cash" promotional certificate good for a ticket to see Warner Bros.' Feature film Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed, scheduled to premiere in theaters March 26, 2004.

The Flintstones made television history as the first ever animated program to air in primetime. The colorful sitcom targeted to adults and children alike, documented the lives of The Flintstones, a working class family headed by father Fred, wife Wilma and pet dog Dino, all of whom found themselves in humorous situations with neighbors Barney and Betty Rubble. Legendary voice artist Mel Blanc gave life to Barney Rubble and Dino throughout the program's run.

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? Instantly secured a strong and loyal audience. The program follows the travels of loyal friends Daphne, Fred, Shaggy, Velma and their dog Scooby-Doo, who travel in their van "The Mystery Machine" solving cases. The hit program, which features broadcast legend Casey Kasem as Shaggy, went on to become one of the most successful animated television programs in history, spawning spin-off series, specials, consumer products and live action feature films. Warner Bros. released Scooby-Doo, starring Freddie Prinze, Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Matthew Lillard and Linda Cardellini, in theaters worldwide 2002. In March, Warner Bros. will release the film's sequel Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. That same month, on March 9, WHV will release What's New, Scooby-Doo? Volume 2: Safari, So Goodi!, on DVD and VHS. The title is the second release of episodes from the contemporary version of What's New, Scooby-Doo?, which airs each Saturday morning on KIDS WB!

"The Scooby-Doo and The Flintstones franchises are two of the most valuable properties in the Warner Home Video library. Previous home entertainment releases built around these famous programs have performed exceedingly well and we anticipate an even greater success for these exciting titles making their long anticipated debuts on DVD," said Christine Martinez, WHV Vice-President Non-theatrical Franchise Marketing. "The original series of The Flintstones and What's New, Scooby-Doo? Have entertained and pleased the hearts of generations, and now people will be able to enjoy this classic series in the comfort of their own homes whenever they wish."

With operations in 89 international territories Warner Home Video, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, commands the largest distribution infrastructure in the global video marketplace. Warner Home Video's film library is the largest of any studio, offering top quality new and vintage titles from the repertoires of Warner Bros. Pictures, Turner Entertainment, Castle Rock Entertainment, HBO Home Video and New Line Home Entertainment.

[barwars]

I was planning on getting them both anyways.... but now they sound even cooler.


I cant wait until "The Jetsons" is released!!
Yogi Bear would be cool too.

[vashti1999]

Originally posted by barwars88
I was planning on getting them both anyways.... but now they sound even cooler.



Yes, this does sound cool, though I only plan on getting the Stone Aged family set, I was never really into Scooby Doo that much. The Flintstones set is definitely one I'm looking forward to.

[dynoguy88]

Just in case anybody wanted to know, here are the 28 episodes from the 1st season that will be on the DVD -

1. THE SWIMMING POOL (P-1) Written by Warren Foster

Rec April 1, 1960 - Air October 14, 1960

Fred and Barney build a joint swimming pool in their backyards, leading to a series of fights prior to a surprise birthday party for Fred.


2. THE FLINTSTONE FLYER (P-2) Written by Mike Maltese

Rec April 2, 1960 - Air September 30, 1960

Barney builds "The Barney Copter," which Fred renames "The Flintstone Flyer," and which the boys use to go bowling instead of to the opera with their wives.


3. THE PROWLER (P-3) Written by Joseph Barbera

Rec April 5, 1960 - Air December 30, 1960

Betty and Wilma want to take Judo lessons to defend themselves against a neighborhood burglar


4. THE BABYSITTERS (P-4) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 4-6-60, Air 11-11-60

Fred and Barney babysit little Egbert and bring the child to Joe Rockhead's house so they can watch the fights. Joe's runtosaurus (and all hell) breaks loose.


5. THE ENGAGEMENT RING (P-5) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 4-8-60, Air 11-25-60

Barney buys a ring for Betty, Fred hides it, and Wilma finds it--and thinks it's meant for her. Now Barney has to fight the champ to raise $500.


6. NO HELP WANTED (P-6) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 4-11-60, Air 10-21-60

Fred causes Barney to lose his job, so he helps him get a new one--as a furniture repossessor. Fred's TV set is first on Barney's list.


7. AT THE RACES (P-7) Written by Sydney Zelinka

Rec 4-18-60, Air 11-18-60

In order to buy Boulder Dan's billiard parlor, Fred and Barney turn to gambling. "Come on, Sabre Tooth!" they plead. "DOOON'T bet on the races!" advises a fellow spectator.


8. THE DRIVE-IN (P-8) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 4-25-60, Air 12-23-60

The boys buy a diner without telling the wives, but have difficulty keeping their secret when the "burger on a bun" girls show up at Fred's house.


9. HOT LIPS HANNIGAN (P-9) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 5-2-60, Air 10-7-60

Fred makes Betty and Wilma disappear (he thinks) in a magic cabinet, and he and Barney join in a hep jam session at the Rockland.


10. THE SPLIT PERSONALITY (P-10) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 5-9-60, Air 10-28-60

Knocked on the head by a bottle, Fred becomes "Frederick," an irritating fop.


11. THE SNORKASAURUS HUNTER (P-11) Written by Warren Foster and Mike Maltese

Rec ?, Air 1-27-61

On a hunting trip, the gang encounter a fast-moving, fast-talking snorkasaurus. Fred and Barney try to catch him for dinner.


12. HOLLYROCK, HERE I COME (P-12) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 5-20-60, Air 12-2-60

Wilma and Betty win a slogan contest, leading to a trip to Hollyrock and (indirectly) to a new TV show called "The Frogmouth."


13. THE GIRLS' NIGHT OUT (P-13) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 5-31-60, Air 1-6-61

Fred cuts a record at an amusement park and becomes teen singing idol Hi-Fye.


14. THE MONSTER FROM THE TAR PITS (P-14) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 6-22-60, Air 11-4-60

Fred is the stunt double in Gary Granite's latest picture.


15. THE GOLF CHAMPION (P-15) Written by Sydney Zelinka

Rec 6-29-60, Air 12-9-60

Barney won't let Fred keep his golf trophy because he hasn't paid his lodge dues.


16. THE SWEEPSTAKES TICKET (P-16) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 7-11-60, Air 12-16-60

Fred and Barney buy a lottery ticket and hide it in an old coat; Wilma and Betty buy one and hide it in a coffee pot. Confusion ensues.


17. THE HYPNOTIST (P-17) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 7-25-60, Air 2-10-61

Inspired by the Great Mesmo, Fred accidentally hypnotizes Barney into thinking he's a dog. Barney runs off and winds up in the pound.


18. THE HOT PIANO (P-18) Written by Mike Maltese

Rec 7-27-60, Air 2-3-61

Fred buys a piano from 88 Fingers Louie as an anniversary present for Wilma.


19. THE BIG BANK ROBBERY (P-19) Written by Arthur Phillips

Rec 8-15-60, Air 1-20-61

Fred and Barney intercept $86,000 in stolen loot, and are soon wanted by both the police and the real robbers


20. ARTHUR QUARRY'S DANCE CLASS (P-20) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 8-22-60, Air 1-13-61

Fred and Barney take dance lessons, using Joe Rockhead's Volunteer Fire Department as a front.


21. LOVE LETTERS ON THE ROCKS (P-21) Written by Arthur Phillips

Rec 9-2-60, Air 2-17-61

Fred finds a love letter to Wilma and hires Perry Gunite, a private eye.


22. THE TYCOON (P-22) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 9-13-60, Air 2-24-61

Fred trades places with J. L. Gotrocks, his rich double.


23. THE ASTR'NUTS (P-23) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 9-27-60, Air 3-3-61

The boys accidentally enlist in the Army and are recruited for a top-secret moon launch.


24. THE LONG, LONG WEEKEND (P-24) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 10-24-60, Air 3-10-61

The Flintstones and Rubbles visit the hotel owned by Fred's old friend Gus ("Smooooothie") and end up as the only members of the hotel staff just as the Water Buffalo convention rolls into town.


25. IN THE DOUGH (P-25) Written by Arthur Phillips

Rec 11-12-60 and 11-17-60, Air 3-17-61

Wilma and Betty's Flint Rubble Double Bubble Cake makes them finalists in a bake-off, but Fred and Barney must assume their identities when the wives get the measles.


26. THE GOOD SCOUT (P-26) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 11-12-60, Air 3-24-61

Fred and Barney lead a Boy Scout troop into danger.


27. ROOMS FOR RENT (P-27) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 1-11-61, Air 3-31-61

Wilma and Betty take in music students as lodgers.


28. FRED FLINTSTONE--BEFORE AND AFTER (P-28) Written by Warren Foster

Rec 1-23-61, Air 4-7-61

Fred's appearance in a Fat Off Reducing Method commercial leads to his joining Food Anonymous.