Hanna-Barbera: The animation studio that changed television forever
Hanna-Barbera Cartoons, Inc. (commonly known simply as Hanna-Barbera) was a pioneering American animation studio and production company that operated from 1957 until its full integration into Warner Bros. Animation in 2001. Founded on July 7, 1957, by William “Bill” Hanna and Joseph “Joe” Barbera—legendary creators of Tom and Jerry and former MGM Cartoons employees—along with live-action producer George Sidney, the studio revolutionized television animation. It produced an enormous catalog of beloved series, including The Huckleberry Hound Show, The Flintstones, Yogi Bear, Scooby-Doo, and The Smurfs. At its peak, Hanna-Barbera was one of the world’s … Continue