Dinosaurs (1991–1994)

Dinosaurs follows the life of a family of dinosaurs, living in a modern world. They have TVs, fridges, etc. The only humans around are cavemen, who are viewed as pets and wild animals.

Creators:

Michael Jacobs, Bob Young

Stars:

Stuart Pankin, Jessica Walter, Jason Willinger

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 3 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Stuart Pankin	...	Earl Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Jessica Walter	...	Fran Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Jason Willinger	...	Robbie Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Leif Tilden	...	Robbie Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Allan Trautman	...	Fran Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Bruce Lanoil	...	Charlene Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
David Greenaway	...	Roy Hess (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
John Kennedy	...	Baby Sinclair (65 episodes, 1991-1994)
Sally Struthers	...	Charlene Sinclair (64 episodes, 1991-1994)
Kevin Clash	...	Baby Sinclair (64 episodes, 1991-1994)
Bill Barretta	...	Earl Sinclair (64 episodes, 1991-1994)
Michelan Sisti	...	Charlene Sinclair (63 episodes, 1991-1994)
Pons Maar	...	Roy Hess (62 episodes, 1991-1994)
Tom Fisher	...	Additional Dinosaur Performer (62 episodes, 1991-1994)
Jack Tate	...	Additional Dinosaur Performer (61 episodes, 1991-1994)
Steve Whitmire	...	Robbie Sinclair (58 episodes, 1991-1994)
Mak Wilson	...	Earl Sinclair (53 episodes, 1991-1994)
Tony Sabin Prince	...	Fran Sinclair (53 episodes, 1991-1994)
Julianne Buescher	...	Additional Dinosaur Performer (52 episodes, 1991-1994)
Star Townsend	...	Additional Dinosaur Performer (51 episodes, 1991-1994)
Sam McMurray	...	Roy Hess (50 episodes, 1991-1994)
Rickey Boyd	...	Additional Dinosaur Performer (34 episodes, 1992-1994)
Florence Stanley	...	Grandma Ethyl Phillips (33 episodes, 1991-1994)
Sherman Hemsley	...	B.P. Richfield (29 episodes, 1991-1994)

Storyline

Dinosaurs follows the life of a family of dinosaurs, living in a modern world. They have TVs, fridges, etc. The only humans around are cavemen, who are viewed as pets and wild animals.

---

Plot Keywords:

tree pusher | animatronic | baby | co worker | mother daughter relationship | 

---

Genres:

Animation | Comedy | Family

---

Certificate:

TV-PG

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 April 1991 (USA)

Also Known As:

A dinoszauruszok

Company Credits

Production Co:

Jim Henson Company, The, Jim Henson Productions, Michael Jacobs Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min 25 min (65 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

Grandma Ethyl's maiden name is Hinkleman.

---

Quotes

[Said at the beginning of each episode]
Earl Sinclair: Honey, I'm home!

---

Crazy Credits

The Jim Henson Productions logo at the end of the credits features a pterodactyl that does something different from episode to episode (from a small assortment of 3 things, not something unique each time).

---

Connections

Referenced in Monsters, Inc. (2001)

---

Soundtracks

"Eon After Eon"

User Reviews

Outstanding, ranking with "best family entertainment aired"

I was thrilled to see "the Dinosaurs" being re-published on DVD. As an adult of 62 years I know cartoon characters are a little far fetched for an interest. I am, as an adult of 62 years, not only fond of the Dinosaurs but "just plain crazy about them". The characters and moral teaching done within all of the episodes was outstanding and human and highly entertaining. Sitting here writing, I am not speaking of a single episode but of every episode that was aired. I can't think of a better teaching tool for values or better entertainment for children or adults. There is no blood and guts, no bad language, wonderful animation, no dysfunctional family but real togetherness all done in the most heartwarming ways. I am remembering so many of the stories as I write and can't fault a single one.

I purchased all of the tapes I could find and hope to add all of the upcoming releases on DVD, I wouldn't miss adding them to my collection. I just can't speak highly enough of every single episode I was ever privileged to see. My rating is a 10. RSBlain