Barney debuted in "Barney & the Backyard Gang" in 1988 and later "Barney & Friends" in 1992, soon becoming a worldwide sensation. It lasted 14 seasons on PBS, wrapping up with its final show in 2010.

Barney, the big purple dinosaur with a preschool following, will be returning to TV in 2024 with a new animated series, according to Mattel. A new film, toys and adult apparel are also in the works.

February 14, 2023 / 12:21 PM EST / CBS News Barney – the loveable children's purple dinosaur – has a new look as part of Mattel's relaunch of the franchise.

Barney is back with a whole new animated makeover. Mattel, Inc. on Monday announced its planned relaunch of the iconic purple dinosaur franchise. The toy company's revitalization of the Barney ...

Barney is back, and while Mattel has not yet officially confirmed it, we’re guessing he still loves you. Toy giant Mattel (MAT) announced Monday that Barney, the friendly (and, let’s be honest ...

ENTERTAINMENT ‘Barney’ docuseries details dark side of beloved kids’ show, includes death threats, drug rumors Sheryl Leach created "Barney & Friends" in 1992 By Stephanie Giang-Paunon Fox News ...

Barney is coming back. Mattel Inc. said Monday it is relaunching Barney, the purple dinosaur who was a staple of children’s television in the 1990s and early 2000s, as an animated character.

Who Will Star in the ‘Barney’ Movie? In February 2025, it was announced that Emmy winner Ayo Edebiri will write the screenplay for the film and was also in talks to star. Details about her ...

Mattel announced that they’re relaunching an animated Barney in television, film, and YouTube content with accompanying merchandise. His debut is set for 2024 with a new look in a preschool ...

Tommy Avallone, director of the documentary “I Love You, You Hate Me,” detailed how Barney, the once-beloved purple dinosaur, became the subject of public backlash and conspiracy theories.