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Spun-off from
The Backyard Show (1988)
Three Wishes (1989)
A Day at the Beach (1989)
Waiting for Santa (1990)
This was one of the videos that spun off into the series that followed
This was one of the videos that spun off into the series that followed
Barney's Campfire Sing-Along (1990)
Barney Goes to School (1990)
Barney in Concert (1991)
Rock with Barney (1991)
Spin-off
Barney's Great Adventure (1998)
More Barney Songs (1999)
Referenced in
Saved by the Bell: The College Years: Teacher's Pet (1993)
Abby says that "Barney's okay for the little kids."
Abby says that "Barney's okay for the little kids."
Saved by the Bell: The College Years: Kelly and the Professor (1993)
Abby says that "Barney's okay for the little kids."
Abby says that "Barney's okay for the little kids."
Beach Babes from Beyond (1993)
Barney doll seen in Xena's bedroom.
Barney doll seen in Xena's bedroom.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Santa Claus (1993)
"Very possibly we've forgotten someone we love." Crow: Barney.
"Very possibly we've forgotten someone we love." Crow: Barney.
Under a Killing Moon (1994)
"Some of this devastation came from the 'Barney the Dinosaur' Museum."
"Some of this devastation came from the 'Barney the Dinosaur' Museum."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Village of the Giants (1994)
Mike: She was watching that stupid Barney show.
Mike: She was watching that stupid Barney show.
Saved by the Bell: The College Years: Wedding Plans (1994)
Screech wants to organize a Barney-themed bachelor party for Zack.
Screech wants to organize a Barney-themed bachelor party for Zack.
The X-Files: E.B.E. (1994)
Mulder askes the government conspirators if Barney is part of an conspiracies.
Mulder askes the government conspirators if Barney is part of an conspiracies.
Bill Nye, the Science Guy: Chemical Reactions (1994)
A image of a Barney doll (disguised and tinted blue) is blown up multiple times.
A image of a Barney doll (disguised and tinted blue) is blown up multiple times.
The Nanny: Stop the Wedding, I Want to Get Off (1994)
Fran sings the show's theme song.
Fran sings the show's theme song.
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man: Gripes of Wrath (1994)
Barney the Dinosaur can be seen sinking in a tar pit at the "Fossil Fuels" exhibit.
Barney the Dinosaur can be seen sinking in a tar pit at the "Fossil Fuels" exhibit.
Seinfeld: The Fire (1994)
Barney is mentioned
Barney is mentioned
Animaniacs: Lookit the Fuzzy Heads/No Face Like Home (1994)
A purple-colored dinosaur, like Barney, is the main dinosaur in "Jurassic Picnic."
A purple-colored dinosaur, like Barney, is the main dinosaur in "Jurassic Picnic."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Creeping Terror (1994)
Narrator; An important message from Barney. Servo: I love you.
Narrator; An important message from Barney. Servo: I love you.
Law & Order: Coma (1994)
"This is a marriage, not a Barney the dinosaur song."
"This is a marriage, not a Barney the dinosaur song."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Violent Years (1994)
"Hello, Barney." Mike: "Where's your big purple suit?"
"Hello, Barney." Mike: "Where's your big purple suit?"
Boy Meets World: Wake Up, Little Cory (1994)
One of the examples given by a student when Mr. Turner asks for a modern example with as much love, sex, and slander as Much Ado About Nothing.
One of the examples given by a student when Mr. Turner asks for a modern example with as much love, sex, and slander as Much Ado About Nothing.
ER: ER Confidential (1994)
referenced by Edgar during his rant
referenced by Edgar during his rant
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Kitten with a Whip (1994)
"Then Barney stumbled into my room." Tom: "And Baby Bop"
"Then Barney stumbled into my room." Tom: "And Baby Bop"
Women of the House: Guess Who's Sleeping in Lincoln's Bed? (1995)
Jim suggests that they invite Barney the dinosaur to have dinner with the President of the United States.
Jim suggests that they invite Barney the dinosaur to have dinner with the President of the United States.
Women of the House: You Talk Too Much (1995)
Barney the dinosaur is mentioned during one of Sissy's rants.
Barney the dinosaur is mentioned during one of Sissy's rants.
Frasier: You Scratch My Book... (1995)
mentioned by Frasier
mentioned by Frasier
Carnosaur 2 (1995)
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man: America the Beautiful (1995)
Duckman thought Barney was the idol the kids were refering to.
Duckman thought Barney was the idol the kids were refering to.
Beavis and Butt-Head: Pregnant Pause (1995)
Butt-Head mentions this show to Beavis while sitting on the couch in their house
Butt-Head mentions this show to Beavis while sitting on the couch in their house
Angus (1995)
One of Rick's friends says that Angus looks like Barney in his purple tuxedo.
One of Rick's friends says that Angus looks like Barney in his purple tuxedo.
Animaniacs: A Hard Days Warner/Gimme a Break/Please Get a Life Foundation (1995)
Barney appears to torment a trivia nerd.
Barney appears to torment a trivia nerd.
Flash Forward: House Party (1996)
Horace volunteers to donate music for Tucker's party, and Tucker says that he doesn't want "Barney" music.
Horace volunteers to donate music for Tucker's party, and Tucker says that he doesn't want "Barney" music.
Friends: The One After the Superbowl: Part 1 (1996)
Phoebe and Rob mention Barney
Phoebe and Rob mention Barney
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Night of the Blood Beast (1996)
Mike: "Barney's been in a fire!"
Mike: "Barney's been in a fire!"
Casper: Legend of Duh Bigfoot/The Ghostly Day/Invasion of the UGFOs (1996)
While searching for Bigfoot in "Legend of Duh Bigfoot", Dr. Harvey sings Barney's song.
While searching for Bigfoot in "Legend of Duh Bigfoot", Dr. Harvey sings Barney's song.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Movie (1996)
Crow: Not since Ted Kennedy in a Barney suit.
Crow: Not since Ted Kennedy in a Barney suit.
Married with Children: Torch Song Duet (1996)
Griff appears on this show.
Griff appears on this show.
Rocko's Modern Life: Pranksters/From Here to Maternity (1996)
Bo Bo the Bison is a parody of Barney the Dinosaur.
Bo Bo the Bison is a parody of Barney the Dinosaur.
Superman: Feeding Time (1996)
Jimmy jokingly asks whether the purple monster's name was Barney.
Jimmy jokingly asks whether the purple monster's name was Barney.
NewsRadio: Arcade (1996)
Lisa tells Dave she'll have to show him Barney tapes if he gets stupider
Lisa tells Dave she'll have to show him Barney tapes if he gets stupider
King of the Hill: Square Peg (1997)
When Bobby is watching tv in his room Barney can be heard singing I love you from the tv.
When Bobby is watching tv in his room Barney can be heard singing I love you from the tv.
Fools Rush In (1997)
Hey, Hey, It's the Monkees (1997)
Davy mentions 'that purple dinosaur thing'
Davy mentions 'that purple dinosaur thing'
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Thing That Couldn't Die (1997)
"Okay, I gotta go watch Barney"
"Okay, I gotta go watch Barney"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Horror of Party Beach (1997)
"Baby Bop's a prowler!"
"Baby Bop's a prowler!"
The Weird Al Show: Bad Influence (1997)
Al mentions it to Bobby.
Al mentions it to Bobby.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Overdrawn at the Memory Bank (1997)
Mike: Kids are tuning in right now to watch Barney.
Mike: Kids are tuning in right now to watch Barney.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Space Children (1998)
Crow: "Is Barney being created here?"
Crow: "Is Barney being created here?"
South Park: City on the Edge of Forever (1998)
Carrot Ass does an impression of Barney.
Carrot Ass does an impression of Barney.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Gorgo (1998)
Tom (singing to the tune of "I Love You"): "I crush you; you get crushed."
Tom (singing to the tune of "I Love You"): "I crush you; you get crushed."
Men in White (1998)
Permanent Midnight (1998)
The Roseanne Show: Episode #1.12 (1998)
Barney is mentioned during Bride of Chucky script reading
Barney is mentioned during Bride of Chucky script reading
Big Daddy (1999)
South Park: Bigger Longer & Uncut (1999)
The Mole says "Do you think this is TV kiddy hour where we all sit around and lick Barney the dinosaur's f***ing p***y?!"
The Mole says "Do you think this is TV kiddy hour where we all sit around and lick Barney the dinosaur's f***ing p***y?!"
Random Acts of Violence (1999)
"I love you, you love me"
"I love you, you love me"
Dino Crisis (1999)
Face the Music (2000)
when someone lists goals in life ("two kids, white picket fence", etc), "Barney tapes" are mentioned
when someone lists goals in life ("two kids, white picket fence", etc), "Barney tapes" are mentioned
Recess: Bonky Fever (2000)
The "loveable" dinosaur that Bonky most represents
The "loveable" dinosaur that Bonky most represents
Vulgar (2000)
Marty says that he brought the idea of Barney to the table before it took off, but Gil refused. They also sing Barney's "I like you, you like me" song.
Marty says that he brought the idea of Barney to the table before it took off, but Gil refused. They also sing Barney's "I like you, you like me" song.
Death to Smoochy (2002)
The Country Bears (2002)
Dex mentions that their parents showed Beary, Barney videos to watch upon taking him in as part of the family.
Dex mentions that their parents showed Beary, Barney videos to watch upon taking him in as part of the family.
Trapped (2002)
Six Feet Under: Timing & Space (2003)
Vanessa asks Nate what happened to shows like Barney.
Vanessa asks Nate what happened to shows like Barney.
Zero Day (2003)
"Barney lookalike" doll used for shooting practice
"Barney lookalike" doll used for shooting practice
Love Actually (2003)
A Barney doll plays the baby Jesus in a children's play.
A Barney doll plays the baby Jesus in a children's play.
Incident at Loch Ness (2004)
At a party at Werner Herzog's house, a child of a guest asks to see "Barney" the dinosaur on tv.
At a party at Werner Herzog's house, a child of a guest asks to see "Barney" the dinosaur on tv.
Bob the Butler (2005)
Bob threatens to throw out Tess's "favorite Barney video."
Bob threatens to throw out Tess's "favorite Barney video."
Vecinos: La luz interior (2005)
Mentioned by Alejandra.
Mentioned by Alejandra.
Click (2006)
Michael turns himself purple and sings the Barney theme
Michael turns himself purple and sings the Barney theme
Yu-Gi-Oh! The Abridged Series: Rocky VII (2006)
In the opening sequence, Yami says the part of Tristan will be played by Barney
In the opening sequence, Yami says the part of Tristan will be played by Barney
The Angry Video Game Nerd: M.C. Kids (2006)
Grimace's house in MC Kids was compared to something straight out of Barney.
Grimace's house in MC Kids was compared to something straight out of Barney.
Kurt Cobain About a Son (2006)
kid is wearing "Barney in Jurassic Park" shirt
kid is wearing "Barney in Jurassic Park" shirt
Save the Last Dance 2 (2006)
"You're bein' all Barney & Friends."
"You're bein' all Barney & Friends."
One, Two, Many (2008)
"She's like Barney. 'I love you. I love you'."
"She's like Barney. 'I love you. I love you'."
Heroes Unmasked: What the Butlers Saw (2008)
Reference to Barney
Reference to Barney
Ideal: The Television (2008)
Moz refers to Lee as "Barney the Dinosaur".
Moz refers to Lee as "Barney the Dinosaur".
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.83 (2009)
Guest expert A.J. Jacobs mentions that his children watch the show
Guest expert A.J. Jacobs mentions that his children watch the show
Life on Mars: Everyone Knows It's Windy (2009)
alluded to by Sam on the subject of evil toy companies
alluded to by Sam on the subject of evil toy companies
The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009)
Larry tortures Iraqis by playing "I Love You, You Love Me" nonstop
Larry tortures Iraqis by playing "I Love You, You Love Me" nonstop
Bad Movie Beatdown: Monkeybone (2009)
"some look like costumes from an episode of Barney on a bad LSD trip."
"some look like costumes from an episode of Barney on a bad LSD trip."
Dancing with the Stars: Round Seven (2009)
Michael Irvin says that the purple costumes he designed were partially inspired by memories of watching the show with his children
Michael Irvin says that the purple costumes he designed were partially inspired by memories of watching the show with his children
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.84 (2010)
a boy predicts that the show will finally go away; Jay mentions that Selena Gomez was on the show
a boy predicts that the show will finally go away; Jay mentions that Selena Gomez was on the show
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.15 (2010)
Jay refers to the show when talking about a cable company that mistakenly showed the Playboy Channel on a children's channel
Jay refers to the show when talking about a cable company that mistakenly showed the Playboy Channel on a children's channel
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Dancing with the Stars 5 (2010)
Barney is included in a $1,000 question
Barney is included in a $1,000 question
The Nostalgia Critic: A Troll in Central Park (2010)
Critics says this, among other kid franchises, are more butch than this movie
Critics says this, among other kid franchises, are more butch than this movie
The Angry Video Game Nerd: Cheetahmen (2010)
James references Barney when he sees a purple dinosaur in the Genesis version of "Action 52".
James references Barney when he sees a purple dinosaur in the Genesis version of "Action 52".
The Hour: Episode #7.23 (2010)
Starts with a quote from the show. George Stroumboulopoulos then briefly talks about Barney and says why the quote was chosen.
Starts with a quote from the show. George Stroumboulopoulos then briefly talks about Barney and says why the quote was chosen.
Rules of Engagement: Les-bro (2010)
Jaff claims that Audrey looks like "Barney with boobs" after seeing her in a purple dress
Jaff claims that Audrey looks like "Barney with boobs" after seeing her in a purple dress
Shark Tank: Episode #2.1 (2011)
Megan and Sarah mention they want to be the next Barney
Megan and Sarah mention they want to be the next Barney
Conan: Wow! You DO Care About These Episode Titles. (2011)
Baba Booey explains that Howard Stern is still angry with him for getting Barney tickets for his kids that weren't close enough to the stage
Baba Booey explains that Howard Stern is still angry with him for getting Barney tickets for his kids that weren't close enough to the stage
Conan: The Title Will Be Added in Later (2011)
The performance of the Spider-Man musical resembles an episode of Barney & Friends
The performance of the Spider-Man musical resembles an episode of Barney & Friends
The Simpsons: The Book Job (2011)
Milhouse holds a Barney doll.
Milhouse holds a Barney doll.
The Big Bang Theory: The Shiny Trinket Maneuver (2012)
Bernadette pictures Howard watching "Barney & Friends" with their future kids.
Bernadette pictures Howard watching "Barney & Friends" with their future kids.
Featured in
Kids for Character (1996)
Represents respect
Represents respect
Godzilla (1998)
Clips seen on a T.V set.
Clips seen on a T.V set.
Jurassic Park III (2001)
8 Mile (2002)
I Love the '90s: 1992 (2004)
Footage from this TV show was edited into this mini-series.
Footage from this TV show was edited into this mini-series.
American Idol: Auditions: Dallas (2010)
Clip shown during Erica Rhodes introduction
Clip shown during Erica Rhodes introduction
20/20: Episode dated 22 April 2011 (2011)
A clip is shown when discussing Demi Lovato's career.
A clip is shown when discussing Demi Lovato's career.
The Nostalgia Critic: Thomas and the Magic Railroad (2012)
"How'd you like it if Barney the Dinosaur says this in the middle of the song, 'Some shit's going down so be ready for it'?"
"How'd you like it if Barney the Dinosaur says this in the middle of the song, 'Some shit's going down so be ready for it'?"
Spoofed in
Beavis and Butt-Head: Tornado (1993)
The children's show Beavis & Butt-Head watch is obvious parody of Barney & Friends.
The children's show Beavis & Butt-Head watch is obvious parody of Barney & Friends.
The Simpsons: Rosebud (1993)
A spoof of this show is watched by Maggie & Homer on TV.
A spoof of this show is watched by Maggie & Homer on TV.
Problem Child: Junior and the Z Guys (1993)
Sammy Salamander is a parody of Barney the Dinosaur.
Sammy Salamander is a parody of Barney the Dinosaur.
The Critic: A Little Deb Will Do You (1994)
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Animaniacs: Baloney & Kids/Super Buttons/Katie Ka-Boom: The Driving Lesson (1994)
Baloney is a parody of Barney.
Baloney is a parody of Barney.
The Critic: A Pig Boy and His Dog (1994)
Jay reviews a movie version of the series in which Marlon Brando plays Barney
Jay reviews a movie version of the series in which Marlon Brando plays Barney
Dinosaurs: Georgie Must Die (1995)
Georgie is a spoof of Barney
Georgie is a spoof of Barney
The Critic: Sherman, Woman and Child (1995)
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
The Critic: From Chunk to Hunk (1995)
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
The Critic: Frankie and Ellie Get Lost (1995)
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Humphrey the Hippo is a parody of Barney
Tiny Toons' Night Ghoulery (1995)
Baloney (a Barney parody who first appeared in an episode of Animaniacs) is among the people in line going to Hell
Baloney (a Barney parody who first appeared in an episode of Animaniacs) is among the people in line going to Hell
Nine Months (1995)
The character Arnie parodies the main character of this series
The character Arnie parodies the main character of this series
Casper: Legend of Duh Bigfoot/The Ghostly Day/Invasion of the UGFOs (1996)
The UGFOs are spoofs of Barney the Purple Dinosaur.
The UGFOs are spoofs of Barney the Purple Dinosaur.
The Simpsons: Virtual Springfield (1997)
CD with children's entertainer Bernie the Dinosaur live at the Acropolis
CD with children's entertainer Bernie the Dinosaur live at the Acropolis
The Weird Al Show: Because I Said So (1997)
In the "Jurassic Park" video, a dinosaur bites off Barney's head.
In the "Jurassic Park" video, a dinosaur bites off Barney's head.
The Simpsons: The Joy of Sect (1998)
The babies are brainwashed to join the sect by watching a purple dinosaur, who looks a lot like Barney, sing a parody of "I Love You."
The babies are brainwashed to join the sect by watching a purple dinosaur, who looks a lot like Barney, sing a parody of "I Love You."
Jane Austen's Mafia! (1998)
A character resembling Barney is speared by an Eskimo.
A character resembling Barney is speared by an Eskimo.
Wakko's Wish (1999)
King Salazar uses Baloney (the Animaniac's parody of Barney) to torture the Warners
King Salazar uses Baloney (the Animaniac's parody of Barney) to torture the Warners
Drive In (2000)
they sing a parady of the intro song
they sing a parady of the intro song
Arthur: The Last of Mary Moo Cow/Bitzi's Beau (2000)
Mary Moo Cow is a parody of Barney.
Mary Moo Cow is a parody of Barney.
Death to Smoochy (2002)
Smoochy is a complete parody of Barney from his upbeat personality to his launch to fame from an unknown area.
Smoochy is a complete parody of Barney from his upbeat personality to his launch to fame from an unknown area.
'Weird Al' Yankovic: The Ultimate Video Collection (2003)
In "Jurassic Park," a dinosaur bites off Barney's head.
In "Jurassic Park," a dinosaur bites off Barney's head.
Robot Chicken: Nutcracker Sweet (2005)
a sketch with a yellow Barney look-alike making kids cry
a sketch with a yellow Barney look-alike making kids cry
Robot Chicken: Easter Basket (2006)
Several sketches where Barney sings "I love you, you love me".
Several sketches where Barney sings "I love you, you love me".
LiTTLEMAN (2006)
Dinosaurus Rex, the character at the birthday party, is a parody of Barney
Dinosaurus Rex, the character at the birthday party, is a parody of Barney
Aqua Unit Patrol Squad 1: Laser Lenses (2008)
Meatwad recites the "I Love You" song lyrics
Meatwad recites the "I Love You" song lyrics
iCarly: iCarly Saves TV (2008)
Zeebo is a mild parody of this PBS pre-school series
Zeebo is a mild parody of this PBS pre-school series
