A Flintstone Christmas

A Flintstone Christmas

Year: 1977

Runtime: 48 mins

Language: English

Director: Charles August Nichols

ComedyTV MovieFamilyAnimation

Santa has an accident at Fred’s house on Christmas Eve, Fred and Barney have to continue his run for him.

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1

Bedrock Christmas preparations

It's Christmas Eve in Bedrock as Fred, Wilma, Pebbles, and the Rubbles bustle with decorations and festive plans for the Bedrock orphanage party. The house is filled with lights, garlands, and anticipation for the children's arrival. Wilma worries about Fred dressing as Santa, but she believes he might change his mind once the moment arrives.

Christmas Eve morning Bedrock
2

Fred is named Santa for the Bedrock orphanage party

At Slate's Quarry, Mr. Slate informs Fred that he has been chosen to be Santa for the Bedrock Orphanage children's party. Fred accepts the honor on the spot, excited by the chance to spread cheer. Slate warns him to take the rest of the day off and to arrive on time, or risk losing his job.

Christmas Eve morning Slate's Quarry
3

Fred dons the Santa suit

Fred rushes home to share the news with Wilma and quickly changes into the Santa costume. He embraces the festive mood, singing 'It's My Favorite Time of the Year' as he prepares for the night ahead. The home buzzes with anticipation for the deliveries to come.

Bedrock home
4

Planning the grand entrance with Barney

Barney arrives to help Fred with the preparations for the deliveries, while Wilma heads to the Bedrock orphanage party. The friends sketch out Fred's grand entrance and the sleigh ride, hoping to make a memorable show for the children. They feel ready to take on the night together.

Bedrock home
5

Rooftop discovery of the real Santa

The two hear a muffled noise from the rooftop and discover a booted figure stuck in the snow. They realize the real Santa has slipped from Fred's roof, spraining his ankle and catching a cold. With Santa unable to deliver, Fred faces the choice of stepping in to save Christmas.

Bedrock home rooftop
6

The magic transfer

Santa uses his magic to transfer his suit to Fred and turns Barney into a cheerful elf, while instructing Fred on how to drive the sleigh. Fred feels a mix of awe and responsibility as he accepts his new role. The big night suddenly feels within reach.

Bedrock home
7

First legs of the journey

Fred and Barney begin delivering presents around the world, facing a few mishaps but keeping the mission alive. They manage to deliver about half of the gifts before trouble mounts and the stakes of the night rise. Their teamwork fuels their determination to finish.

Around the world
8

Snowstorm over China and lost gifts

While crossing toward China, a fierce snowstorm forces the sleigh higher into the sky, disrupting their course. In the turbulence, they lose the remaining half of the gifts. They realize they must find another way to save Christmas and the party back home.

Over China
9

North Pole rescue plan

Santa explains that the only option is a return to his workshop at the North Pole to fetch more gifts. He advises Fred and Barney to tell the reindeer to head home, trusting their instincts. Mrs. Claus is notified to assist once they reach the Pole.

North Pole
10

North Pole resupply

At the North Pole, Fred and Barney work with Mrs. Claus and the elves to load a fresh batch of presents onto the sleigh. The workshop buzzes with festive activity as they prepare for a rapid return to Earth. They take off with renewed determination.

North Pole Workshop
11

Urgent dash to Bedrock

Santa directs them to push the sleigh to top speed to reach Bedrock in time. The journey back is a blur of wind and stars as they race against the clock. The fate of the party hangs on their final approach.

En route to Bedrock
12

Arrival and party save

They slide down the Bedrock orphanage chimney with Christmas magic at hand. Fred’s good deed is proven as gifts appear for the orphans and the party is saved. Fred realizes his job is secure as the night ends in triumph.

Christmas Eve night Bedrock Orphanage

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 09:30

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