The Flintstones, an American animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera, premieres on ABC, becoming the first animated series to hold a prime-time slot on television.
The original run of The Flintstones concludes after six seasons and 166 episodes, marking the end of its initial prime-time television presence.
A live-action feature film adaptation of The Flintstones is released, bringing the prehistoric animated characters to life with real actors.
The Flintstones franchise celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking half a century of influence on popular culture and animation.