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The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! (2015) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2015 · 52 mins · English
Directed by
Tony Cervone, Spike Brandt
Starring
John Cena, Grey DeLisle, Eric Bauza, Kevin Michael Richardson, Tress MacNeille, Jeff Bergman

The WWE comes to town in the new animated film teaming the Flintstones with Bedrock-ready versions of John Cena, Daniel Bryan and more.

On this page (5)
  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (14)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

Where to watch

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14 events in order · contains spoilers

The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! (2015) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Fred seeks vacation and funds

    Fred promises Wilma they will take a vacation, and he plans to ask Mr. Slate for days off. He also hopes to secure money from his boss to fund the trip. The promise sets up the stakes and starts his scramble to cover costs.

    When
    before vacation
    Where
    Mr. Slate's office
  2. Cenastone enters Fred's life

    Fred gets into trouble at work, and Cenastone, his indirect relative, saves him from trouble. The rescue introduces Cenastone into Fred's life and foreshadows a growing alliance. Fred remains unsure how to tell Wilma about the money setback.

    When
    early in story
    Where
    Fred's workplace
  3. A failed money plan leaves Fred anxious

    Fred discovers he won't receive the money from Mr. Slate. He worries about telling Wilma the bad news and facing disappointment at home. The lack of funds pushes Fred toward alternative, even wilder entertainment schemes.

    Where
    Fred's home
  4. Lodge fair kicks off a money scheme

    At the Lodge of the Water Buffaloes' fair, Fred pitches a plan to earn cash by staging boxing challenges with Hoppy, Barney's hoparoo. He envisions a new form of ad-hoc entertainment to fund their trip. The fair provides the backdrop to test his idea.

    When
    at the fair
    Where
    Lodge of the Water Buffaloes fair
  5. Kissing booth jealousy

    The Boulder Twins run a kissing booth at the fair, igniting jealousy in Wilma and Betty as they watch their husbands mingle with the crowd. The wives' reactions add humor and tension to Fred's scheme. The situation underscores the personal stakes of their actions.

    When
    during the fair
    Where
    Fairgrounds
  6. Hoppy's win streak ends

    Hoppy defeats many challengers, but CM Punkrock humiliates him, breaking his winning run. The setback challenges Fred's confidence and whets Barney's appetite for rivalry. The moment signals a shift toward more serious competition.

    When
    during the fair
    Where
    Fairgrounds
  7. Barney defeats Punkrock

    Barney challenges Punkrock after Hoppy's loss and defeats him. Punkrock leaves angrily with Marble Henry, signaling the arrival of tougher adversaries. Fred sees the potential for bigger profits from wrestling.

    When
    during the fair
    Where
    Fairgrounds
  8. Abandoned circus as the new plan

    Inspired by Barney's success, Fred decides to organize a larger wrestling event and rents an abandoned circus. He imagines bigger crowds and higher profits. Cenastone helps recruit more wrestlers for the upcoming spectacle.

    When
    post-fair
    Where
    Abandoned circus
  9. Recruiting a quirky lineup

    Fred brings Rey Mysteriopal, a masked clerk, and The Undertaker, a somber gravedigger, to join the roster. The unusual team promises fresh excitement for the circus show. Recruitment marks a deeper commitment to the wrestling venture.

    When
    pre-event
    Where
    Circus recruitment area
  10. First event unfolds; earnings secured

    The opening match between Cenastone and Mysteriopal begins and ends without a decisive winner. Fred pivots to a Barney vs Undertaker bout to anchor the card. Wilma and Betty arrive to scold the husbands, but Fred's earnings from the spectacle resolve the money issue.

    When
    during the event
    Where
    Circus ring
  11. Second event planned; Barney reluctant

    Fred rents Bedrock Stadium and promotes a rematch between Barney and Punkrock. Barney initially refuses to participate, feeling betrayed by Fred's push for spectacle. Fred pushes ahead, keeping Mysteriopal and Cenastone on the roster.

    When
    start of second event
    Where
    Bedrock Stadium
  12. Fred vs Punkrock; Barney answers

    Fred ends up fighting Punkrock alone, but his courage inspires Barney to join the fight and rally other wrestlers. Wilma, Betty, and Bamm-Bamm lend support as the crowd roars. The resolve among the team grows as they prepare to clash with Punkrock's group.

    When
    during final bout
    Where
    Bedrock Stadium
  13. Team victory; Fred quits wrestling

    Fred and Barney, with their allies, prevail to great applause. Realizing the strain of constant wrestling, Fred decides to quit the sport and sells the idea to Mr. McMagma. The victory confirms their ability to celebrate and move on.

    When
    end of event
    Where
    Bedrock Stadium
  14. Final deal and vacations

    With the wrestling venture concluded, Fred passes on profits and finalizes the deal with McMagma. The Flintstones, the Rubbles, and the wrestlers head off to enjoy their vacation. The scene closes on a warm note of family and friendship.

    When
    final scene
    Where
    McMagma's stand / Bedrock

Last updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:07

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Timeline questions answered

The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! (2015): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does Fred decide to organize wrestling events?

Fred needs money to fund a vacation for himself and Wilma. After his initial plan to get cash from Mr. Slate fails, he sees an opportunity at the fair when Barney defeats Punkrock in a boxing match. Fred realizes wrestling can draw crowds and generate more profit than Hoppy's boxing challenges, so he escalates from the fair to an abandoned circus and eventually Bedrock Stadium to earn enough money for the trip.

Foreshadowing: Fred's tendency to scheme for quick money is established early when he hopes to get funds from Mr. Slate.

  • fred flintstone
  • vacation
  • money
  • wrestling scheme
  • mr. slate
Q2

Why does Barney refuse to wrestle in the second event?

Barney feels betrayed by Fred. After helping Fred organize the first wrestling event and earning money, Fred pressures Barney to wrestle again in the bigger stadium event without giving him a choice. Barney resents being used as a spectacle and initially refuses to participate in the rematch against Punkrock.

Foreshadowing: Barney's reluctance echoes his initial protest when Fred first asks him to face Undertaker at the circus.

  • barney rubble
  • wrestling match
  • refusal
  • fred
Q3

Why does Fred quit wrestling after the victory?

After winning the final battle at Bedrock Stadium, Fred realizes the constant pressure, organizing stress, and physical danger of running wrestling events isn't worth the reward. He decides he's had enough and cashes out his profits, selling the wrestling business idea to Mr. McMagma so the group can finally enjoy their vacation together.

Foreshadowing: Fred's exhaustion builds throughout the story as he juggles money problems, wives' complaints, and organizing increasingly large events.

  • fred quits
  • wrestling business
  • victory
  • vacation
Q4

What happens to Hoppy at the fair?

Hoppy, Barney's pet hoparoo, wins several boxing matches against challengers at the Lodge of the Water Buffaloes fair. However, his winning streak ends when CM Punkrock humiliates Hoppy in the ring, defeating him soundly. This loss prompts Barney to step up and challenge Punkrock himself.

Foreshadowing: Hoppy's defeat sets up Barney's motivation to fight Punkrock and discover Fred's wrestling opportunity.

  • hoppy
  • fair
  • boxing
  • cm punkrock
  • defeat
Q5

Why do Wilma and Betty scold Fred and Barney?

Wilma and Betty arrive at the circus wrestling event and scold their husbands for risking their safety in the wrestling matches. The wives are concerned about the danger and the time being wasted on these spectacles when Fred still hasn't secured the vacation money they were promised.

Foreshadowing: The wives' anger foreshadows the tension in their marriages when Fred's schemes go too far.

  • wilma flintstone
  • betty rubble
  • scolding
  • husbands
  • circus
Q6

Who is John Cenastone in the movie?

John Cenastone is a WWE wrestler character who is introduced as a distant relative of Fred Flintstone, brought to Bedrock by Mr. Slate. He saves Fred from trouble at work early in the story and becomes a key wrestler in Fred's events, battling Rey Mysteriopal in the opening matches.

Foreshadowing: Cenastone's arrival is tied to Mr. Slate bringing him in, which is mentioned when Fred asks for time off.

  • john cenastone
  • wwe wrestler
  • relative
  • fred flintstone
Q7

How does Bamm-Bamm help in the final battle?

Bamm-Bamm, Barney and Betty's son, joins the climactic fight at Bedrock Stadium. He uses his super strength to defeat Marble Henry with surprising ease, helping the team of Fred and Barney overcome Punkrock's allies and secure the victory.

Foreshadowing: Bamm-Bamm's strength has been a character trait throughout the Flintstones franchise.

  • bamm-bamm
  • final battle
  • marble henry
  • victory
Q8

Why does Fred sell the wrestling plan to Mr. McMagma?

After winning the final wrestling event, Fred recognizes that running the wrestling business is too demanding and has run its course. He sells the concept and remaining profits to Mr. McMagma, who was pushing him to organize the bigger events, allowing Fred to walk away with money while starting fresh.

Foreshadowing: McMagma has been encouraging Fred to go bigger throughout the story, making him a natural buyer.

  • mr. mcmagma
  • selling plan
  • profits
  • wrestling business
Q9

Why does Barney agree to fight Undertaker at the circus?

Fred pressures Barney into wrestling The Undertaker at the circus event, despite Barney's protests. Barney initially refuses but gives in to Fred's pressure. However, just as Barney appears poised to win, Wilma and Betty arrive and interrupt the match, leading to a resolution where Fred's earnings are secured.

Foreshadowing: This mirrors Barney's later reluctance in the stadium event, showing a pattern of Fred pressuring his friend.

  • barney
  • undertaker
  • circus
  • pressured
  • wrestling
Q10

What is the Boulder Twins kissing booth subplot?

At the fair, the Boulder Twins run a kissing booth, which causes jealousy in Wilma and Betty as they watch Fred and Barney interacting with other women in the crowd. This subplot adds comedic tension to the story but resolves quickly and serves as a humorous side story.

Foreshadowing: The jealousy is played for comedy and never becomes a major conflict in the plot.

  • boulder twins
  • kissing booth
  • fair
  • jealousy
  • wilma betty

Movie threads

More Movies Like The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown!, by Mood & Story

Curated lists built around what makes The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Animated Crossover Spectacles like The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown!

Cheerful animated adventures where beloved characters meet famous personalities for fun-filled events. Fans of The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! will enjoy these similar animated movies where familiar cartoon worlds collide with famous faces. These films deliver the same fun, family-friendly vibe with exciting events and comedic hijinks. If you liked seeing the Flintstones meet WWE stars, you'll love these other playful crossover adventures.

  • celebrity cameo
  • crossover event
  • playful
  • energetic
  • nostalgic
  • festive
  • Tone: light, whimsical, playful
  • Pacing: steady, event-driven
Why these movies?

The story pattern: Stories in this thread typically revolve around a big, exciting event—like a sports competition, a concert, or a festival—that serves as the reason for the crossover. The plot is straightforward, focusing on preparing for and participating in the event, with conflicts being minor, humorous misunderstandings that are easily resolved, leading to a triumphant and joyful conclusion for all.

Why they belong together: These movies are grouped together because they share a core premise of celebratory crossovers, a consistently light and comedic tone, and a focus on pure, energetic entertainment. They prioritize fun character interactions and spectacle over complex plots, creating a cohesive experience of feel-good animated fun.

Lighthearted Community Adventures like The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown!

Fun-focused stories where a close-knit community bands together for a shared goal. If you enjoyed the community spirit and playful antics in The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown!, you'll find more movies like it here. These stories feature towns or groups coming together for a fun project or event, filled with humor and a feel-good message about friendship and loyalty. Discover similar animated and live-action comedies with a cozy, communal vibe.

  • community
  • teamwork
  • uplifting
  • cozy
  • fun
  • lighthearted
  • Tone: light, uplifting, comedic
  • Pacing: steady, collaborative
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative pattern involves a community—often in a quirky or idealized setting—facing a simple challenge or pursuing a shared dream, like raising money for a trip or saving a local event. Character arcs are minimal, focusing on learning a simple lesson about teamwork. The story unfolds at a steady pace, emphasizing humorous situations and the collective effort, culminating in a successful and happy resolution that benefits everyone.

Why they belong together: These films are united by their focus on community, their consistently light emotional weight, and their straightforward, positive narratives. They provide a comforting and uplifting viewing experience where the fun is in the journey itself, not in overcoming serious danger or drama.

Every angle

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