The New Yogi Bear Show is a 30-minute weekday animated series which aired on syndication in 1988 as part of The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera's 4th season. But it was the also the fifth incarnation of Hanna-Barbera's Yogi Bear. It contained 45 new episodes combined with reruns of the original 1960s Yogi series. Pared down from some of the other, recent incarnations of the adventures of Yogi and friends, this series featured only Yogi, Boo-Boo, Cindy and Ranger Smith, with episodes set in Jellystone Park. The show also introduced four new characters: Ranger Roubideux, Ninja Raccoon, Ninja Raccoon's mom, and Blubber Bear from Wacky Races.
Episodes
"Kahuna Yogi" is one of the episodes from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo end up on a tropical island, where the local natives mistake Yogi for a powerful leader or godlike figure—often called a "Kahuna." Yogi, of course, takes full advantage of the situation, enjoying the royal treatment, but things soon take a turn when the real Kahuna arrives or when the islanders realize Yogi isn't as magical as they thought.
"Grin & Bear It" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Ranger Smith tries to enforce strict rules to keep Yogi Bear from stealing picnic baskets. However, Yogi, as always, finds creative ways to outsmart the ranger and get his hands on the food. Boo Boo warns Yogi to behave, but Yogi insists that bending the rules is all part of the fun. The story likely revolves around Yogi's schemes escalating until they backfire on him, leading to a humorous but inevitable consequence.
"Board Silly" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear tries his hand at skateboarding after seeing visitors at Jellystone Park having fun with their boards. Always eager to impress, Yogi quickly gets into the sport, but his reckless enthusiasm leads to a series of wild and chaotic mishaps. Boo Boo warns him to be careful, but Yogi, as usual, ignores the advice—resulting in trouble with Ranger Smith and a few unintended stunts along the way.
"Shine on Silver Screen" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, a Hollywood film crew arrives at Jellystone Park to shoot a movie, and Yogi Bear sees it as his big chance to become a star. Eager to get in front of the camera, Yogi constantly tries to steal the spotlight—whether by sneaking onto the set, improvising scenes, or interfering with the production. Meanwhile, Ranger Smith struggles to keep Yogi from causing chaos, while Boo Boo warns him not to get carried away. In the end, Yogi’s antics either land him in trouble or lead to an unexpected (and hilarious) outcome.
"Buffalo'd Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, a herd of buffalo is relocated to Jellystone Park as part of a wildlife conservation effort. Yogi Bear, always looking for a way to turn any situation to his advantage, tries to befriend the buffalo—either to get food, free rides, or just to impress Boo Boo. However, his plans quickly backfire when the buffalo prove to be less cooperative than he expected. Meanwhile, Ranger Smith struggles to keep both Yogi and the buffalo under control, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.
"The Yolks on Yogi" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear sets his sights on a farmer’s fresh eggs, believing they’ll make the perfect addition to his usual picnic basket raids. However, the farm’s watchful hen—or possibly a protective rooster—won’t let Yogi get away so easily. As Yogi tries various clever (and increasingly ridiculous) schemes to snatch the eggs, he ends up in a series of slapstick situations, with Boo Boo cautioning him all the while. Meanwhile, Ranger Smith gets involved when Yogi’s antics start causing trouble beyond the farm.
"Yogi De Beargerac" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear takes on the role of a love expert after Boo Boo develops a crush on a visiting female bear but is too shy to talk to her. Inspired by the story of Cyrano de Bergerac, Yogi decides to coach Boo Boo, feeding him romantic lines from behind the scenes. However, Yogi being Yogi, he can’t resist inserting himself into the situation, either by accidentally taking credit for Boo Boo’s words or trying to charm the lady bear himself. Chaos ensues as Ranger Smith gets suspicious of Yogi’s behavior, and Boo Boo realizes Yogi might not be the best wingman after all.
"Bearly Sick" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear fakes being sick to avoid Ranger Smith’s new park rules and, more importantly, to get extra treats and attention from Boo Boo. Boo Boo, being the caring friend he is, takes Yogi’s “illness” seriously and waits on him hand and foot. However, Yogi’s act goes too far when Ranger Smith calls in a real doctor—or worse, decides to send Yogi to an animal hospital! Now, Yogi has to figure out a way to prove he’s "miraculously cured" before things spiral out of control.
"Bear Exchange" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear is temporarily swapped with a bear from another national park as part of an animal exchange program. While the new bear arrives at Jellystone and surprises Ranger Smith with his completely different personality, Yogi finds himself in an unfamiliar environment with new rules and challenges. Of course, Yogi being Yogi, he immediately starts looking for ways to bend the rules in his favor—especially when it comes to getting food. Meanwhile, Boo Boo struggles to adjust to the visiting bear, who may be more well-behaved than Yogi… or possibly even worse!
"To Bear is Human" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear is in a situation where he wishes he could be a human so he could enjoy all the privileges that humans have, such as eating picnic baskets without getting caught. Yogi gets his wish when a magical event (or some sort of accidental cause) turns him into a human for a short period of time. However, as Yogi soon learns, being human isn't all it's cracked up to be. He discovers that human life comes with its own set of problems and responsibilities, including the need for work, manners, and self-control, which Yogi finds difficult to cope with. Meanwhile, Boo Boo tries to help Yogi adjust to his new form.
"Slim & Bear It" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo get involved in a situation where they have to help a cowboy named Slim, who’s in need of assistance around Jellystone Park. Slim has a tough time handling the wild animals and land, and Yogi, seeing an opportunity to help (and of course, enjoy some perks along the way), steps in. While Yogi’s efforts to assist often lead to more trouble than help, his charm and antics manage to bring some humorous moments as the episode progresses. Slim’s interactions with Yogi lead to plenty of mishaps and comedy, as Ranger Smith also tries to keep the park under control.
"Old Biter" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a grumpy, old dog named Old Biter, who is known for his bad temper and fierce attitude. The dog has been causing trouble in Jellystone Park, and Ranger Smith is struggling to control him. Yogi, thinking he can turn the situation to his advantage, tries to befriend Old Biter, hoping the dog will help him scare off people from stealing his picnic baskets. However, Yogi quickly discovers that Old Biter is not easily persuaded and has a mind of his own. As usual, Yogi’s plans don’t go as smoothly as he hoped, leading to a series of comical events.
"Pokey the Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo meet a bear named Pokey, who is a lot less interested in stealing picnic baskets than Yogi. Pokey is a more laid-back and slow-moving bear, preferring to take things easy and avoid any trouble. Yogi, always looking for a way to make things work in his favor, tries to teach Pokey how to be more like him and take advantage of the park visitors for food. However, Pokey’s peaceful nature keeps clashing with Yogi’s scheming ways, leading to some amusing moments where Yogi’s plans don’t work out the way he expects. Meanwhile, Ranger Smith, of course, has his hands full trying to deal with the unusual situation of two bears causing chaos in the park.
"Shadrak Yogi" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear finds himself caught up in a situation involving a magical character named Shadrak, who is able to perform spells and grant wishes. Yogi, always eager to take advantage of any opportunity that could lead to more picnic baskets, quickly attempts to convince Shadrak to grant him a wish. However, Yogi's greed and lack of foresight often cause complications, and his wishes don’t always turn out the way he expects. As is typical for Yogi, his attempts to use magic for personal gain lead to a series of humorous and chaotic events, with Ranger Smith trying to control the situation while Boo Boo remains cautious of Yogi’s schemes.
"Bruise Cruise" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves aboard a cruise ship, where they try to enjoy a vacation. However, as expected, Yogi can’t resist the opportunity to steal food from the passengers and staff. While Yogi attempts to make the best of his time on the cruise, his antics cause a lot of trouble, leading to a series of comical events. Boo Boo tries to keep Yogi out of trouble, but Yogi's schemes often escalate, putting them both in sticky situations. Meanwhile, Ranger Smith is left scrambling to handle the mess that Yogi’s caused on the ship.
"Bear Obedience" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear finds himself enrolled in an obedience school, but not because he wants to learn good behavior. Instead, Yogi is sent to the school as a way to get him to stop causing trouble in Jellystone Park. Ranger Smith hopes that the lessons will teach Yogi some discipline, but Yogi, of course, has no intention of following the rules. Instead, he uses his time at the school to try to outsmart the instructor and gain special privileges, all while continuing his usual antics of trying to steal picnic baskets. Boo Boo remains skeptical, knowing full well that Yogi’s mischievous nature won’t be easily changed. As expected, Yogi’s attempts to “learn” obedience lead to a series of humorous and chaotic situations.
"Come Back, Little Boo Boo" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Boo Boo gets upset with Yogi after one of his schemes goes too far, and as a result, Boo Boo decides to leave Yogi’s side for a while to go off on his own. Yogi, realizing that he might have lost his best friend, becomes worried and tries everything he can to bring Boo Boo back. In his efforts to reconcile, Yogi gets involved in various comical situations, trying to prove that he’s sorry and that he truly values Boo Boo’s friendship. Meanwhile, Boo Boo experiences a bit of independence, but he quickly realizes that things aren’t quite the same without Yogi around.
"La Bamba Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a lively and talented band of bears who are musicians, led by a bear named "La Bamba," who plays music in the style of traditional Latin rhythms. Yogi, always eager to get attention and find a way to make a name for himself, decides to join the band and try to steal the spotlight. However, his attempts to become the star of the band cause some discord, especially since Yogi’s idea of “performing” often gets in the way of the group’s harmony. As usual, Ranger Smith tries to keep things under control, but Yogi’s antics lead to plenty of humorous moments.
"Clucking Crazy" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo become involved with a mischievous chicken who causes chaos in Jellystone Park. The chicken, who has a knack for getting into trouble, begins to wreak havoc, which leads Yogi to come up with a plan to catch the chicken and restore order to the park. However, as expected, Yogi’s attempts to deal with the situation only make things worse. He ends up chasing the chicken around the park, getting caught up in a series of humorous and frantic escapades, all while trying to avoid Ranger Smith's wrath. Boo Boo, as always, tries to keep Yogi out of trouble, but the situation only grows more complicated.
"Misguided Missile" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear gets mixed up in a situation involving a missile test. A military facility near Jellystone Park is conducting a missile test, and Yogi, being his usual curious self, inadvertently becomes involved. While trying to avoid Ranger Smith and his typical schemes to nab picnic baskets, Yogi mistakenly ends up being mistaken for part of the test. To make things worse, he finds himself in the path of a malfunctioning missile that’s been launched by accident. As always, Yogi's antics, paired with Boo Boo’s concern and Ranger Smith's attempts to handle the crisis, lead to a series of chaotic but funny events.
"Double Trouble" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear faces a challenge when a lookalike bear, who bears a striking resemblance to him, arrives at Jellystone Park. The new bear quickly causes confusion among the park’s visitors and Ranger Smith, who can’t tell the two apart. Yogi sees this as an opportunity to get away with even more picnic basket stealing and tries to make the most of the situation by convincing everyone that he is the “real” Yogi Bear. However, things get complicated as the two bears' antics start to clash, and Ranger Smith becomes more suspicious. The episode plays out with a series of humorous mix-ups as the two bears cause double the trouble.
"Attack of the Ninja Raccoon" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a raccoon who has been trained in the ways of ninjutsu and is causing havoc in Jellystone Park. This raccoon, skilled in stealth and mischief, begins to outsmart Yogi at every turn, even stealing picnic baskets right from under his nose. Yogi, not one to back down from a challenge, decides to take matters into his own hands and tries to outwit the ninja raccoon. However, Yogi’s lack of training leads to a series of comedic failures as he tries to mimic the raccoon's ninja skills. Meanwhile, Boo Boo tries to help Yogi by figuring out how to stop the raccoon’s rampage without getting caught in the crossfire.
"Biker Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear encounters a tough, motorcycle-riding bear who is known as "Biker Bear." This new character rolls into Jellystone Park, creating a stir among the visitors and Ranger Smith. Yogi, always eager to stand out, decides to try and impress Biker Bear by adopting a similar biker persona and joining in on his wild antics. However, Yogi quickly realizes that being a "biker" is not as easy as it looks, especially when his clumsy attempts to imitate Biker Bear lead to one mishap after another. While Yogi struggles to keep up with Biker Bear's rebellious lifestyle, Boo Boo remains concerned that Yogi might get into trouble.
"Bearly Buddies" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo have to deal with a pair of other bears who come to Jellystone Park, causing trouble and testing their friendship. These two new bears, who are mischievous and often causing chaos, initially try to team up with Yogi in an effort to steal picnic baskets. However, their over-the-top antics start to interfere with Yogi's usual plans, leading to frustration between him and Boo Boo.
"Predaterminator" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a new threat in Jellystone Park: a high-tech robotic predator that is programmed to catch and eliminate bears. The "Predaterminator," as it’s called, is a sophisticated machine designed to track down and capture any bear it comes across. Yogi, of course, tries to outsmart the robotic hunter to avoid getting caught, but his usual schemes and tricks don’t work against the technology.
"Little Lord Boo Boo" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Boo Boo is accidentally mistaken for a noble heir by a group of wealthy and important animals visiting Jellystone Park. They believe Boo Boo is a young aristocrat and treat him like royalty, offering him special privileges and lavish treatment. Yogi, always eager to benefit from any situation, tries to take advantage of Boo Boo's newfound status in hopes of getting some picnic baskets and personal perks.
"Yogi the Cave Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves transported back in time to the prehistoric era, where they encounter a world filled with cave bears and other prehistoric creatures. Yogi, ever the opportunist, tries to fit in with the cavemen and cavemammals in order to make the best of the situation. He quickly gets involved in the prehistoric version of his usual picnic basket-stealing schemes but is met with some surprising twists, as the prehistoric bears are much stronger and more rugged than Yogi is used to.
ittle Big Foot" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a young Bigfoot who has wandered into Jellystone Park. The creature, which is both big and somewhat clumsy, causes a stir among the park's visitors, who mistake it for the legendary Bigfoot. Yogi, always looking for a way to profit from any situation, tries to take advantage of the creature’s presence by turning it into a park attraction. He plans to make money by exploiting the Bigfoot’s supposed "mystical" nature.
"Top Gun Yogi" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear gets involved in an adventure involving aerial combat when Jellystone Park becomes the setting for a military training exercise. The park is used as a base for a group of pilots training for a special mission, and Yogi, ever the opportunist, decides to get in on the action. He mistakenly ends up in a pilot training program, where his attempts to mimic the skilled aviators lead to a series of comedic situations.
"The Hopeful Diamond" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves caught up in a treasure hunt after a valuable diamond, known as "The Hopeful Diamond," is rumored to be hidden somewhere in Jellystone Park. When the treasure is discovered, Yogi sees an opportunity to outsmart everyone and get his paws on the diamond to claim it for himself.
"Real Bears Don't Eat Quiche" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo get invited to a fancy picnic in Jellystone Park, hosted by a group of high-class bears who pride themselves on their sophisticated tastes and refined manners. The guests, all very proper and snobby, are shocked when they see Yogi’s usual behavior and his fondness for stealing picnic baskets, especially since the event features delicate dishes like quiche, which Yogi is initially unfamiliar with.
"Slippery Smith" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo are faced with a new challenge when Ranger Smith gets into a series of misadventures involving a slick and slippery substance. The trouble begins when a mysterious substance starts spreading around Jellystone Park, causing all sorts of problems. Ranger Smith, who is trying to maintain order, ends up slipping and sliding everywhere, making his usual duties even more difficult. His clumsy actions make Yogi and Boo Boo’s usual antics look even more mild in comparison.
"In Search of the Ninja Raccoon" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo get caught up in a thrilling adventure when a mysterious and stealthy ninja raccoon begins causing trouble in Jellystone Park. This raccoon is incredibly sneaky and is known for stealing picnic baskets without being caught, much to Yogi’s frustration. As the raccoon outsmarts Yogi at every turn, Yogi decides that he needs to track it down and stop its thieving ways.
"Balloonatics" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves caught up in an unexpected adventure involving hot air balloons. Jellystone Park is hosting a hot air balloon festival, attracting visitors from all over. Yogi, always on the lookout for a way to get his hands on some picnic baskets, sees an opportunity to use the balloons to fly around and find easy targets.
"The Big Bear Ballet" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves involved in a grand ballet performance at Jellystone Park, when a renowned ballet troupe visits to put on a special show. However, things quickly go awry when Yogi, as usual, tries to turn the situation to his advantage. He sees the ballet as an opportunity to sneak into the performance and snag a picnic basket or two, causing chaos behind the scenes.
"Blast Off Bears" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves in a high-flying adventure when Jellystone Park becomes the site for a space camp, where a group of astronauts-in-training is preparing for a mission to space. As Yogi often does, he sees this as an opportunity to get in on the action and tries to sneak into the program. He wants to experience the excitement of space travel, and more importantly, take advantage of the opportunity to snag a picnic basket or two along the way.
"Battle of the Bears" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves caught up in a fierce competition when Jellystone Park hosts an annual "Battle of the Bears," where different bear contestants compete in a variety of challenges. This competition is a big deal, and all the bears in the park are eager to prove who is the best. Yogi, of course, sees this as an opportunity to win the grand prize and take home a picnic basket or two in the process.
"Bringing Up Yogi" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, the story revolves around a humorous twist where Yogi Bear is put in charge of caring for a young bear cub. The cub, eager and mischievous, is full of energy and constantly gets into trouble, which puts Yogi in the awkward position of trying to teach the cub the "proper" ways of stealing picnic baskets and getting into trouble.
"Unbearable" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear finds himself facing an unexpected challenge when a new bear arrives in Jellystone Park, one who is even more mischievous and troublemaking than Yogi himself. This new bear, who is just as smart and resourceful as Yogi, quickly becomes a rival, leading to a competition between the two for picnic baskets, attention from the park's visitors, and dominance in Jellystone.
"Banjo Bear" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear gets involved in a musical adventure when a traveling band of musicians comes to Jellystone Park. The band includes a banjo player, and after hearing the music, Yogi becomes inspired and decides that he wants to learn how to play the banjo himself. He believes that mastering the instrument will help him win the affection of the park's visitors and, of course, provide him with a chance to sneak in some extra picnic baskets.
"Boxcar Pop" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo encounter a traveling circus that arrives in Jellystone Park, and among the performers is a jolly old man known as "Boxcar Pop." Boxcar Pop is a former circus clown who now travels the country with his collection of old circus props and memories. He becomes the subject of Yogi's curiosity, and naturally, Yogi sees the circus as an opportunity to cause some mischief and, ideally, snag a picnic basket or two in the process.
"Yogi Meets the Mummy" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo find themselves in the midst of an exciting, spooky adventure when a mysterious mummy is discovered in Jellystone Park. The mummy, an ancient creature, is inadvertently awakened, and chaos ensues as it begins to roam around the park, much to the alarm of the park’s visitors.
"Ninja Raccoon, The Final Shogun" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo face off against a new threat in Jellystone Park: a highly skilled and stealthy raccoon known as "The Ninja Raccoon." This raccoon, dressed in full ninja attire, is a master of stealth and trickery, and he quickly becomes a formidable foe for Yogi, who is completely out of his element when it comes to the world of ninjas and martial arts.
"The Not So Great Escape" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear finds himself caught in a sticky situation when he and Boo Boo accidentally get trapped in a high-security animal enclosure at Jellystone Park. Yogi, always looking for a way to escape and regain his freedom, quickly decides that he must come up with a grand plan to break out of the enclosure and resume his picnic basket-stealing activities.
"My Buddy Blubber" is an episode from The New Yogi Bear Show (1988). In this episode, Yogi Bear meets a new character: a lovable but somewhat clumsy whale named Blubber. Blubber is a large, friendly whale who has gotten lost and ended up in Jellystone Park. Yogi, of course, sees this as an opportunity to make the most of the situation, thinking that Blubber could be a useful ally in his ongoing quest for picnic baskets. However, Yogi soon discovers that Blubber, despite his size and enthusiasm, has a few challenges when it comes to fitting into the park’s environment.
