Yogi Bear's All Star Comedy Christmas Caper

1982 American animated Christmas television special

Yogi Bear's All Star Comedy Christmas CaperGenreAdventureComedy dramaFantasyWritten byMark EvanierDirected bySteve LumleyStarringDaws ButlerDon MessickMel BlancHenry CordenGeorgi IreneAllan MelvinHal SmithJohn StephensonJanet WaldoJimmy WeldonMusic byHoyt Curtin (musical director)Paul DeKorte (music supervisor)Country of originUnited StatesOriginal languageEnglishProductionExecutive producersWilliam HannaJoseph BarberaEditorRobert CiagliaRunning time24 minutesProduction companyHanna-Barbera ProductionsOriginal releaseNetworkCBSReleaseDecember 21, 1982 (1982-12-21) Yogi Bear's All Star Comedy Christmas Caper is a 1982 American animated Christmas television special starring Yogi Bear. It is the third and final Yogi Christmas special. Produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions, it first aired on December 21, 1982 (1982-12-21) on CBS. Along with Yogi's traditional cast, the characters also met up with many other Hanna-Barbera characters, including Magilla Gorilla and Fred Flintstone.

[edit] Huckleberry Hound brings his friends Hokey Wolf, Snagglepuss, Quick Draw McGraw, Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy, and Snooper and Blabber with him to visit Jellystone Park for Christmas and they discover Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo have escaped from Jellystone and hidden out in a department store. Yogi is disguised as Santa Claus while Boo-Boo poses as his elf. Meanwhile Billionaire tycoon J. Wellington Jones arrives with his daughter Judy who's not fond of her father's workaholic behavior. Judy asks him to go shopping with her, but Mr. Jones says he's too busy and wants Judy to be on her own. In the store, Judy bumps into Yogi and Boo-Boo (who she thinks is Santa) and tells them that she wants to be with her father for Christmas, but Mr. Jones now furious over Judy taking forever in the store causing her father to miss a meeting he was supposed to attend shows up and asks security to find her so that Mr. Jones can confront Judy. One of the guards show up then tries to accuse Yogi for not only being with Judy, but for impersonating one of their Santa's. Yogi, Boo-Boo and Judy escape the store and hide in a park having a picnic, but Huckleberry Hound and the rest show up. Judy tells them that she refuses to go home, Yogi tells everyone to locate Judy's address, but they're too many people named Jones in the area. Auggie Doggie and Doggie Daddy agree to watch over Judy while they are away.

In his search, Snagglepuss encounters Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble as Street Santa Claus who are collecting money for a Bedrock charity. They tell him to ask a passing lady his question for donations. When the old lady screams in fear of Snagglepuss, Fred and Barney attack him, claiming it to be an entertainment purpose. Snooper and Blabber go to the police. Quick Draw has no luck as Mr. Jinks states that nobody named Mr. Jones lives in his building. Pixie and Dixie leave a present for Mr. Jinks which contains a bulldog. Magilla Gorilla, Wally Gator, and Yakky Doodle haven't seen Mr. Jones either. As Yogi hasn't had any luck locating her dad's office, they remain in the park to try to figure out a plan there. Mr. Jones is at his mansion where his butler tells him that Ranger Smith (who was searching for Yogi) showed up. The Ranger tells Mr. Jones about Yogi's behavior, and he didn't mean to take Judy. Mr. Jones tells the Ranger that he wants to confront Yogi and have not only Yogi thrown in jail but Ranger Smith too. Auggie Doggie and Doggie Daddy try to comfort Judy but is crying because the two dogs spend more time together and Judy wants to be with her father especially around Christmas. Snooper and Blabber were speaking to Police Chief Blake at the time when word comes that Judy was seen in the park by a patrol car, and the Chief heads out to personally see the arrest of Judy's kidnapper. At the park, Yogi and his friends celebrate Christmas when the police arrive with Mr. Jones and Ranger Smith. When the police are about to arrest Yogi, Mr. Jones immediately gets in Yogi's face accusing him of kidnapping Judy, Yogi denies it by telling Mr. Jones that Judy wanted to get away from him for not being a good father to her and then Yogi tells Mr. Jones that he needs to spend more time with Judy before she becomes an adult, Mr. Jones then furiously says he's unable to because he keeps going away for meetings and conferences and isn't at home a lot and then Mr. Jones suddenly has a change in heart realizing that it wasn't Yogi's fault. Mr. Jones decides to drop the charges by telling Chief Blake to release Yogi because Mr. Jones was actually the one responsible for the whole mess. Judy and Mr. Jones reunite in the park with Mr. Jones telling her that he's sorry for his actions. Meanwhile Ranger Smith takes care of sorting out anything else the police would charge Yogi with. Meanwhile the Christmas celebration continues in the park with everyone singing. Mr. Jones now having apparently resolved to be a better father, asks the gang if they want to spend Christmas at his mansion, but Judy tells him that the park is better and Mr. Jones agrees. The special ends with everyone saying Merry Christmas to the audience.

[edit] On September 26, 1995 (1995-09-26), Yogi Bear's All Star Comedy Christmas Caper was released by Turner Home Entertainment on VHS, later a DVD of it came out on December 7, 2010, by Warner Home Video.

Even though it aired three decades ago, Yogi Bear’s All‑Star Comedy Christmas Caper has a quirky staying power that makes it a favourite for nostalgic families. The special brings together a whole roster of Hanna‑Barbera icons, turning a simple holiday tale into a busy crossover playground. Kids love spotting Fred Flintstone chatting with Magilla Gorilla, while adults appreciate the familiar voice‑over talent that defined Saturday morning cartoons. Its short 24‑minute run means it slides perfectly into a busy Christmas evening schedule, offering a quick laugh without demanding the commitment of a full‑length film. For anyone looking to sprinkle a dash of classic cartoon camaraderie into their festive lineup, this special feels like a warm, animated hug.

If you’re planning a retro‑themed Christmas night, pair the Yogi special with a few simple tricks. First, set the scene: dim the main lights, light a scented pine candle, and cue a playlist of 80s pop‑rock that matches the era’s vibe. Keep a bowl of popcorn handy, but add a twist – sprinkle a few cinnamon sticks for a festive aroma that mirrors the on‑screen winter wonderland. Pause after each cameo to let the younger viewers spot the hidden characters; a quick “who’s that?” game turns a passive watch into an interactive tradition. Finally, consider a quick post‑show chat about how cartoon animation has evolved, highlighting the hand‑drawn charm that modern CGI often lacks.

Many viewers focus on Yogi’s slap‑stick antics and overlook the clever meta‑humour embedded in the script. The dialogue frequently nudges the audience, acknowledging the absurdity of bringing together such disparate characters in a single Christmas setting – a wink to fans who grew up with each series separately. Additionally, the musical cues, overseen by Hoyt Curtin, subtly echo classic holiday carols while weaving in familiar cartoon motifs, creating a soundtrack that feels both festive and nostalgically familiar. Spotting these layers adds depth to the viewing experience and rewards repeat watches, turning a simple cartoon into a tiny treasure trove of animated history.