The Flintstones
The Babysitters
Season 1, Episode 7 · Aired 1960-11-11
Synopsis
Fred and Barney reluctantly agree to babysit Edna Boulder's son, Egbert, which makes them miss a chance to go and see a wrestling match. A blackout of the event in their area prompts them to bring Egbert with them to their friend Joe Rockhead's house so they can watch the fight. When Fred and Barney mistakenly believe that Egbert has run away, this leads to a huge misunderstanding that results in them, as well as Joe Rockhead, getting arrested.
In the series
This episode is part of The Flintstones (1960–1966) on ABC.
Prime-time stone-age sitcom — yabba-dabba-doo as American family brand.
Key cast
- Alan Reed as Fred Flintstone
- Jean Vander Pyl as Wilma Flintstone
- Mel Blanc as Barney Rubble
- Bea Benaderet as Betty Rubble