The Yogi Bear Show (1961)

The classic Hanna-Barbera animated series starring the lovable, picnic-basket-swiping Yogi Bear and his faithful companion Boo-Boo in Jellystone Park.

The Yogi Bear Show - Series Information

  • Original Title: The Yogi Bear Show
  • First Air Year: 1961
  • Last Air Year: 1962
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Kids
  • Content Rating (US): TV-G
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 7 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 97
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: January 30, 1961 (United States - TV-G), January 30, 1961 (Germany - 0), January 30, 1961 (India - U), January 30, 1961 (Australia - G), January 30, 1961 (Brazil - L), January 30, 1961 (Mexico - AA), January 30, 1961 (Italy - T), January 30, 1961 (Spain - 7)
  • Networks: Syndication
  • Alternative Titles: Zé Colmeia (BR), L'orso Yoghi (IT), Yogi Bjørn (DK), Alcibiade (FR)
  • Production Companies: Hanna-Barbera Cartoons
  • Production Countries: United States of America

The Yogi Bear Show - Plot

From his home in Jellystone Park, Yogi Bear dreams of nothing more in life than to outwit as many unsuspecting tourists as he can and grab their prized picnic baskets all while staying one step ahead of the ever-exasperated Ranger Smith. Yogi's little buddy, Boo-Boo, tries to keep Yogi out of trouble but rarely succeeds. That's okay because not even Ranger Smith can stay mad for long at the lovable, irresistible Yogi Bear.

The Yogi Bear Show - Trailer

Watch the official trailer and see Yogi's mischievous charm in action:

He's smarter than the average bear!

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The Yogi Bear Show - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

  • Daws Butler
  • Don Messick
  • Jimmy Weldon
  • Vance Colvig
  • Julie Bennett
  • June Foray
  • Hal Smith
  • Mel Blanc
  • Jean Vander Pyl
  • Lars Thiesgaard

Writers

  • Michael Maltese

The Yogi Bear Show - FAQs

What is The Yogi Bear Show about?

Set in Jellystone Park, the show follows Yogi Bear and his small sidekick Boo-Boo as Yogi hatches endless schemes to swipe picnic baskets from unsuspecting tourists. Ranger Smith does his best to keep order, but Yogi's irresistible charm and cunning antics always keep things lively.

Where can I stream The Yogi Bear Show?

The Yogi Bear Show is available to watch for free with ads on Tubi TV. If you prefer to own it, episodes can be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies.

Who voiced Yogi Bear in the original series?

Veteran voice actor Daws Butler brought Yogi Bear to life, crafting the character's distinctive fast-talking, self-assured personality. Butler also voiced Snagglepuss in the same series. Don Messick played the loyal Boo-Boo Bear and the perpetually frustrated Ranger Smith.

Is The Yogi Bear Show suitable for young children?

Absolutely. The series carries a TV-G rating, making it appropriate for all ages. Its gentle slapstick humor, simple storytelling, and warm characters have made it a beloved choice for family viewing across multiple generations since its debut in 1961.

How many seasons and episodes does the show have?

The Yogi Bear Show ran for 2 seasons and a total of 97 episodes. Season 1 contained 48 episodes and Season 2 followed with 49 episodes. Each episode runs approximately 7 minutes, making them perfectly bite-sized adventures.

What studio produced The Yogi Bear Show?

The series was produced by Hanna-Barbera Cartoons, the legendary animation studio founded by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. Hanna-Barbera defined Saturday morning and syndicated animation throughout the 1960s and beyond, with Yogi Bear among their most iconic creations.

Did Yogi Bear originally appear in another Hanna-Barbera show?

Yes — Yogi Bear actually made his debut as a supporting character on The Huckleberry Hound Show in 1958. He proved so popular with audiences that Hanna-Barbera gave him his own dedicated series, The Yogi Bear Show, which premiered in 1961.

What are some shows similar to The Yogi Bear Show?

Fans of The Yogi Bear Show tend to enjoy We Bare Bears, The Adventures of Paddington, and Brown and Friends for their lovable animal leads and gentle humor. Classic Hanna-Barbera fans may also appreciate Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy and Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers.

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