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The Flintstones S3E19 — The Surprise
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The Flintstones•Season 3•Episode 19

The Surprise

7.3/10 · 231 votesJan 25, 196325 min

Ranked #23 of 28 in Season 3•−0.2 vs season avg

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The appearance of Barney's nephew, baby Marblehead, causes a rift between him and Fred. Fred just can't understand Barney's devotion to the visiting baby, but his attitude changes when Wilma informs him that they are going to have a baby of their own.

Directed byWilliam Hanna
Written byWarren Foster
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Alan Reed

Alan Reed

Fred Flintstone (voice)

Mel Blanc

Mel Blanc

Barney Rubble (voice)

Jean Vander Pyl

Jean Vander Pyl

Wilma Flintstone (voice)

Bea Benaderet

Bea Benaderet

Betty Rubble (voice)

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Warren Foster

Warren Foster

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William Hanna

William Hanna

Director

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Episode Summary

"The Surprise" is episode 19 of The Flintstones season 3. It scored 7.3/10 from 231 votes, ranking #23 of 28 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by William Hanna and written by Warren Foster, it aired on January 25, 1963.

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