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13. Wasn't The Flintstones based on The Honeymooners?

    Sort of (maybe). Here's what Bill Hanna himself has said on the subject:

    At that time "The Honeymooners" was the most popular show on the air, and for my bill, it was the funniest show on the air. The characters, I thought, were terrific. Now, that influenced greatly what we did with "The Flintstones"...."The Honeymooners" was there, and we used that as a kind of basis for the concept.

    Meanwhile, Joe Barbera says:

    I don't remember mentioning "The Honeymooners" when I sold the show, but if people want to compare "The Flintstones" to "The Honeymooners," then great. It's a total compliment. "The Honeymooners" was one of the greatest shows ever written. (Adams 38; see question 30)
    Mel Blanc, on the other hand, recalls being asked to voice Barney as a pre- historic Art Carney, which he claims he refused to do. There is some controversy regarding each of the differing accounts, and opinions vary.


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