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The Berenstain Bears

  • TV Series
  • 1985–1987
  • TV-Y
  • 25m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
4K
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Michael Cera, Camilla Scott, Tajja Isen, and Ben Campbell in The Berenstain Bears (1985)
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The Berenstain Bears, a family of bears, figure out life together, and with close friends and friendly neighbors, life is never boring. Inspired by the book series written by Stan and Jan Be... Read allThe Berenstain Bears, a family of bears, figure out life together, and with close friends and friendly neighbors, life is never boring. Inspired by the book series written by Stan and Jan Berenstain.The Berenstain Bears, a family of bears, figure out life together, and with close friends and friendly neighbors, life is never boring. Inspired by the book series written by Stan and Jan Berenstain.

  • Creators
    • Stan Berenstain
    • Jan Berenstain
    • Joseph Cates
  • Stars
    • David Mendenhall
    • Ruth Buzzi
    • Brian Cummings
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Creators
      • Stan Berenstain
      • Jan Berenstain
      • Joseph Cates
    • Stars
      • David Mendenhall
      • Ruth Buzzi
      • Brian Cummings
    • 20User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 10 nominations total

    Episodes52

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    David Mendenhall
    David Mendenhall
    • Brother Bear
    • 1985–1987
    Ruth Buzzi
    Ruth Buzzi
    • Mama Bear…
    • 1985–1987
    Brian Cummings
    Brian Cummings
    • Papa Q. Bear…
    • 1985–1987
    Christina Lange
    • Sister Bear
    • 1985–1987
    Frank Welker
    Frank Welker
    • Mr. Skunk…
    • 1985–1987
    Josh Rodine
    • Cousin Freddy
    • 1985–1986
    Marissa Mendenhall
      • 1985
      Emily Moultrie
      • Lizzy Bruin
      • 1986
      Jake Scott
      • Cub
      Linda Gary
      Linda Gary
      • Bat
      • 1986
      • Creators
        • Stan Berenstain
        • Jan Berenstain
        • Joseph Cates
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      trapperjfc

      Good for learning lessons

      This show is not boring at all. It is sensibly written to appeal to younger children (preschool and kindergarten age) and teach them values at the same time. In this age of redundant stupidity in entertainment, parents need a show like this one to help illustrate how fair life should be, and give a firm footing to children, not overwhelm them with glitz, glam and gloss. By keeping plots simple and allowing children to follow along at their level, this show simply teaches children how to be fair, consider other's feelings and have good sportsmanship. These are core values which are not being taught to children at daycare dumps or underfunded public schools. If a parent expects more out of this show for themselves, they should consider re-viewing and actually listening to the plot. The simple storytelling is charming and perfect for 3-6 year olds. As parents, we need to put our children first and our entertainment expectations last.
      10aaronblouin

      My all time favorite!

      I watch this show all the time and even even i was little. I want this show to get a reboot! My favorite episode in the series is the talent show. I also own the full series on DVD which means i get to watch all the episodes.
      sngbrd39

      Am I the only one who remembers these?

      Although I never saw the TV show itself, I saw many videos of many different episodes. I remember best the "I Want It All" song from, well, I don't remember which one. I just remember really liking the song but not being able to see the video a lot. I did have a couple of them, the one about strangers, and another, I think. Well, anyway, this is one of those things from the deep recesses of my childhood that isn't very clear at this time. Anyone else who can give a more complete review, please come forward!
      tanquant

      A Wonderful Show

      Growing up in the 80's I loved to look at The Berenstain Bears on Saturday mornings.It's such a cute and priceless cartoon. Now PBS is airing the Berenstain Bears weekday mornings at 7:00 eastern time.It's perfect for children to watch before they go to school and for adults who remember this from childhood as I do.
      10tristanmichael979

      A good show for all ages not just for kids

      This is such an amazing show! I've seen every single episode of it and it's awesome! The Berenstain Bears is about a family of four: Mama, Papa, Brother, and Sister who live in a town called Bear Country. Together they learn some valuable life lessons. This is a great show and if you're a parent this is good for your kids and it isn't annoying as some kid shows can be sometimes. I'm a teenager now and sometimes I go back and watch this show because it is so good!

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      • Trivia
        Over the years, many people have believed that the Berenstains' last name ended with "stein", when all along it was actually "stain". This ties in with the theory of "the Mandela Effect."
      • Goofs
        In "The Substitute Teacher" episode, Brother and Too-Tall decide not to tell the substitute teacher about the quiz by covering the board with a map. They could have just erased it from the board.
      • Quotes

        Papa Q. Bear: [spoken intro to each episode, before the theme song] This way to Bear Country; you'll know when you're there. As soon as you enter, you'll feel like a bear. A great *grizzly* bear! A *Berenstain* bear!

      • Connections
        Featured in All Star Rock 'n' Wrestling Saturday Spectacular (1985)
      • Soundtracks
        The Berenstain Bears
        By Stan Meissner

        Performed by Lee Ann Womack

        Lee Ann Womack appears courtesy of MCA Nashville

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      • Release date
        • September 14, 1985 (United States)
      • Countries of origin
        • United States
        • Canada
        • Hong Kong
        • Australia
      • Official site
        • Official Site
      • Language
        • English
      • Also known as
        • Los osos Berenstain
      • Production companies
        • DIC Entertainment
        • Southern Star Productions
        • Joseph Cates Productions
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      • Runtime
        • 25m
      • Color
        • Color
      • Sound mix
        • Stereo
      • Aspect ratio
        • 16 : 9

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