from April 26, 1991 to July 20, 1994. The show, about a family of anthropomorphic
dinosaur
s, was produced by Michael Jacobs Productions
and Jim Henson Television
in association with Walt Disney Television
and Buena Vista Television.
Dinosaurs initially utilized a laugh track
: it was eventually dropped as the show grew in popularity. In addition, the show utilized voice actors for the characters, which are performed by different actors and puppeteers.
News stories written at the time of the show's premiere highlighted Dinosaurs connection to Jim Henson
, who had died the year before.
Earl Sinclair - The father (aka "The Mighty Megalosaurus"), a tree-pusher for the WeSaySo Corporation.
Fran Sinclair - The mother and family homemaker.
Robbie Sinclair - The eldest child (fifteen years old) and someone who often questions established traditions.
Charlene Sinclair - The middle child (twelve years old) and very materialistic.
Baby Sinclair - The youngest child, "Baby" is his actual name.
Ethyl Phillips - Fran's mother and Earl's nemesis.
Roy Hess - Earl's best friend and co-worker.
B.P. Richfield - Earl's intimidating boss, whom Earl fears and will not stand up to.
Spike - Robbie's best friend from school, a very bad influence.