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It is true that it isn't as good as the classic TV show, which is a wonderful childhood favourite, but A Flinstone Christmas was pretty good. The voice cast do a great job, even those who replaced the original voice actor(ie. Harry Corden replacing Alan Reed) bear strong resemblance to the original voice actors. I loved Mel Blanc as Barney, Blanc is without a doubt one of the best voice actors ever, and perfectly captured Barney's zaniness and goofiness. Jean Vyder Pyl is still great as Wilma, and Gay Autterson also does a good job as Betty, though not quite as good as Bea Benaderet. The character characterisation isn't as strong as it is in the TV show however.

That said, the animation is beautiful and stays true to the style in the TV show. I especially loved the image of Santa's sleigh pulled by the eight reindeer. And I loved the music, and contrary to another reviewer I liked the song Wilma sang to cheer up Pebbles. I liked the story too, about Santa(well voiced by Hal Smith) having an accident at Fred's house and Fred and Barney have to continue his run. All in all, I liked it, it isn't as good as the show, but it is nice seasonal fun. 8/10 Bethany Cox

This classic special features your favorite Stone Age family. When Santa Claus falls off the roof, it's up to Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble to save Christmas.

At first, Fred refuses to play the part of Santa at the community center until he has a talk with Mr. Slate. And after Santa falls from the roof, Fred (as Santa) and Barney (as his elf assistant) are to deliver the presents themselves. Also, Pebles and Bamm-Bamm learn a little something about hope and miracles as they wait for Santa to arrive.

There are several other H. B. holiday specials with the Flintstones, one of which I also recommend is A Flintstones Christmas Carole. But the Flintstones Christmas is really the star atop of the Christmas. I also recommend another H. B. Holiday favorite - Yogi's First Christmas.