Ep 7. The Babysitters

The Flintstones season 1 episode 7, titled "The Babysitters," finds the Flintstones and the Rubbles in a bit of a predicament as they are unable to find a babysitter to watch over their children while they attend a concert. Even Betty and Wilma, who usually watch over the kids, are unable to do so as they have already made plans to attend the same concert.

Desperate for a solution, Fred comes up with the idea of hiring a babysitter from a service called "Sitter Citi." Despite initial reservations, the families agree to give it a shot. However, the babysitter who arrives is not what they expected.

Mr. Slate had recommended the sitter, and he had believed that the sitter was perfect for the jobs – three boys, and she is known as an expert for boys' care. Practically everything that could go wrong starts to happen, from the sitter being inexperienced and negligent to receiving the wrong kids from the Sitter Citi service.

The situation quickly spirals out of control as the babysitter is unable to handle the mischievous children, leading to a series of mishaps and misadventures. The kids end up causing a mess and destroying the sitter's dress. The sitter, on the other hand, spends most of the night on the phone with her male admirer, leaving the kids to fend for themselves.

In true Flintstones fashion, the episode is filled with humor, slapstick comedy, and lots of entertaining moments. One of the standout scenes involves the kids locking the babysitter out of the house, forcing her to climb in through the window in a hilarious fashion.

As the night progresses, things continue to go awry, with the babysitter's boyfriend making an unexpected appearance, only adding to the chaos. In the end, the parents return to find their house in complete disarray, but they are relieved to see that their kids are safe and sound.

Overall, "The Babysitters" is a classic episode of The Flintstones that showcases the show's trademark brand of humor and entertainment. It highlights the challenges of finding reliable childcare, even in the prehistoric era, and the importance of responsible babysitting. The episode is a must-watch for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a good dose of nostalgia.