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Ryan Gosling to Produce Live-Action Flintstones Film Centered on Bamm-Bamm

Ryan Gosling is developing a live-action Flintstones movie with Warner , focusing on a grown-up Bamm-Bamm Rubble. The project is in early stages, with Gosling producing alongside Jessie Henderson. Details remain scarce, but the film could mark a notable revival for the franchise.

By Tertius News AI Desk 2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles Version 1 Coverage Aug 25–31, 2026 Published 12h ago

Gosling and Warner Bros. Developing New Flintstones Film

Ryan Gosling is teaming up with Warner Bros. to develop a new live-action Flintstones movie, as first reported by Deadline and subsequently covered by Malay Mail and Screen Rant. The project, which is still in its early stages, is expected to center on Bamm-Bamm Rubble, the adopted son of Barney and Betty Rubble, and will be produced by Gosling alongside his Open Invite partner Jessie Henderson. According to sources, the pair are currently meeting with writers to pen the script.

The film is said to be in the "early" stages of development, with plot details being kept under wraps. Screen Rant notes that should the project be greenlit, it would be one of the few Flintstones projects led by Bamm-Bamm in the franchise's 66-year history. The outlet also points out that a successful film would mark Gosling's first major reunion with Warner Bros. following the success of Greta Gerwig's Barbie.

The Flintstones Legacy

The Flintstones was created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera and first aired on ABC in 1960. The animated series followed the Flintstone and Rubble families in the prehistoric town of Bedrock, featuring Fred and Wilma Flintstone, their daughter Pebbles, pet dinosaur Dino, and neighbors Barney and Betty Rubble with their son Bamm-Bamm. The franchise has since expanded to include 13 different series and a variety of animated and live-action films, among other media.

The 1994 live-action film The Flintstones, starring John Goodman as Fred and Rick Moranis as Barney, was a commercial success, earning US$340 million worldwide. Steven Spielberg served as executive producer on the film. A 2000 prequel, The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, featured a new cast.

Previous Revival Attempts

Before this latest project, the franchise saw several revival attempts. In 2021, Fox announced an animated sequel series called Bedrock, with Elizabeth Banks attached to voice Pebbles. However, that project was later abandoned. Screen Rant also notes that Warner Bros. had previously worked on an animated Flintstones film with Will Ferrell, Chris Henchy, and Adam McKay in 2014.

Uncertain Future

Given the early stage of development, it remains to be seen whether Gosling's Flintstones movie will ultimately come to fruition. As Screen Rant observes, time will tell if the project gets off the ground. If it does, it would represent a significant addition to the Flintstones franchise and a potential highlight in Gosling's producing career.

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Malay Mail

Framing: Highlights the new movie's focus on Bamm-Bamm and Gosling's involvement. — neutral and informative

as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC

Facts Included:

Ryan Gosling is producing a new live-action Flintstones movie.
The project is in early stages and looking for a screenwriter.
The story is expected to center on Bamm-Bamm Rubble.
The 1994 live-action film starred John Goodman and Rick Moranis, with Steven Spielberg as executive producer.
The 1994 film earned US$340 million worldwide.
A 2000 prequel, The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, featured a new cast.
Fox announced an animated sequel series called Bedrock in 2021, with Elizabeth Banks attached.
That animated project was later abandoned.

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Screen Rant

Framing: The headline emphasizes Ryan Gosling teaming up with Warner Bros. for a new live-action Flintstones reboot. — The tone is enthusiastic and hopeful, particularly about the potential for Gosling's star power and the project's possible success.

as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Ryan Gosling is teaming up with Warner Bros. to develop a new Flintstones reboot, as first reported by Deadline.
The film is said to be in the 'early' stages and will be a live-action project focused on a grown-up Bamm-Bamm, the adopted son of the Rubble family.
Gosling is expected to produce the project with his Open Invite partner Jessie Henderson, and sources report they are currently meeting with writers to pen the script.
The article mentions that a successful film would mark Gosling's first major reunion with Warner Bros. following the success of Greta Gerwig's Barbie.
The article notes that the studio previously worked on an animated Flintstones film with Will Ferrell, Chris Henchy and Adam McKay in 2014.
Elizabeth Banks had been working with WB and Fox on an adult-oriented Flintstones series tentatively titled Bedrock, which was cancelled after five years of development.
The article notes that should Gosling's film be greenlit, it would be one of the few Flintstones projects led by Bamm-Bamm in the franchise's 66-year history.
The actual Flintstones franchise has included 13 different series and a variety of animated and live-action films, among other media.
The Flintstones was created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera.
The article mentions that Gosling's film may mark his major reunion with Warner Bros. following the success of Barbie.
The article notes the project is still in the early stages and may not ultimately get off the ground.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimRyan Gosling is producing a new live-action Flintstones movie with Warner Bros., focusing on Bamm-Bamm Rubble, the son of Barney and Betty Rubble.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC, Screen Rant as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC
ClaimThe project is in early stages and currently looking for a screenwriter.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimGosling and his production partner Jessie Henderson are producing the Warner Bros. project.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimThe story is expected to centre on Bamm-Bamm Rubble, the son of Fred Flintstone's best friend Barney and Betty Rubble.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimThe 1994 live-action film The Flintstones starred John Goodman as Fred and Rick Moranis as Barney.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimThe 1994 film The Flintstones earned US$340 million worldwide.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimA 2000 prequel, The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, featured a new cast.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimFox announced an animated sequel series called Bedrock in 2021, with Elizabeth Banks attached to voice Pebbles.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimThe Bedrock series was later abandoned.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Malay Mail as of Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 AM UTC
ClaimThe Flintstones was created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Screen Rant as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC
ClaimThe Flintstones franchise has included 13 different series and a variety of animated and live-action films.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Screen Rant as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC
ClaimShould Gosling's film be greenlit, it will be one of the few Flintstones projects led by Bamm-Bamm in the franchise's 66-year history.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Screen Rant as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC
ClaimThe Flintstones series debuted in 1960 and aired on ABC.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Screen Rant as of Aug 25, 2026, 9:19 PM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Malay Mail, Screen Rant 13 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-31