Do you remember the show Dinosaurs from the 90s? Many people who did not watch the show assume it is some sort of silly, puppet comedy. A true fan, however, knows that the show is much more and was very advanced for its time.
While the show does have many funny moments, the show also puts its own satirical spin on some very serious issues. The show did episodes that addressed homosexuality, euthanasia, racism, religion, prejudice, drug use and more. Some other shows of the early 90s were afraid to push the envelope with some of these topics. Since the show’s characters were dinosaurs as opposed to people, it made it easier to tap into some of these subjects.
The show did a great job of being appropriate to both parents and children. The writers used really crafty and clever wording so that adults could enjoy the more serious parts of the show and the more mature humor. Kids could still watch the show because the series used no bad language and some of the more serious topics would simply go over a kid’s head. Many children enjoyed watching the show due to the banter that went on between Earl, the father dinosaur and the baby dinosaur. The baby dinosaur is best known for hitting Earl in the head with a pan and screaming “not the momma”.
The show only lasted for four seasons over a span of three years which I always thought was a sin. I think the show had a lot more to offer. I think some people did not give the show a chance and made a lot of incorrect assumptions about it.
I watched the show as a young person during its original airing and enjoyed it then. I now own all of the seasons on DVD and have enjoyed it again as an adult in a whole new way. Robbie, the teenage son, is a very wise and interesting character which can make you think a lot about life. If you have never seen the show or didn’t give it a fair chance the first time around, I really recommend watching it on DVD. The show offers a lot of value during any time period no matter if it be prehistoric or 2011.