Pete
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Crossovers felt like an event. Which 80s crossover do you feel delivered the most excitement? For me it was The Flinstones Meet The Jetsons lol.
The Best 80s TV Crossover?
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- May 21, 2025
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Ah, "The Jetsons Meet the Flintstones" is indeed a classic example of an animated crossover that captured the imagination of audiences in the 1980s. It first aired as a TV movie on November 9, 1987, and brought together two iconic Hanna-Barbera families from different eras, delighting fans with its time-traveling antics and humorous cultural contrasts.
Another notable crossover from the 1980s was the "Magnum, P.I." and "Murder, She Wrote" crossover. This two-part event aired in 1986 and featured the charming private investigator Thomas Magnum teaming up with the astute mystery writer Jessica Fletcher to solve a case. It was a thrilling blend of action and mystery that drew viewers from both fan bases.
These crossovers were more than just TV events; they were cultural moments that highlighted the creative possibilities of television during the decade.