Dinosaurs was a comedy sitcom that aired on ABC from 1991 to 1994 which centered on the everyday lives of a family of anthropomorphic dinosaurs. The show was created by Michael Jacobs and Bob Young, who aimed to bring a unique take on a traditional family sitcom format by having the characters be prehistoric creatures. The show's humor was often rooted in satire, commentary on societal issues, and playful references to pop culture.
The show's main cast consisted of Earl Sinclair (Stuart Pankin), his wife Fran Sinclair (Jessica Walter), and their three children: Robbie (Jason Willinger), Charlene (Sally Struthers), and Baby Sinclair (voice of Kevin Clash). Earl, a grouchy but lovable brontosaur, worked at the Wesayso Corporation, a large corporation that was responsible for everything from manufacturing household appliances to owning a television network. Fran was the more level-headed of the two and often tried to keep Earl in line. Robbie was a rebellious and intelligent teenager who often challenged societal norms and questioned the actions of his parents and the Wesayso Corporation. Charlene was the typical self-absorbed teenage girl, who was often preoccupied with fashion and popularity. Meanwhile, Baby Sinclair was a diapered and talkative baby, who often stole the show with his catchphrase "I'm the baby, gotta love me!"
One of the unique aspects of Dinosaurs was the puppetry and costumes involved in bringing the characters to life. The actors would wear large, animatronic suits that were designed to resemble the various species of dinosaurs. The performances were both impressive and comical, with moments of physical comedy that added to the charm of the show.
Beyond the main characters, the show also had several recurring characters, including Howard Handupme (Allan Trautman), Earl
Dinosaurs is a series that ran for 7 seasons (91 episodes) between April 26, 1991 and on ABC