Fun Facts
George Jetson
Debuted in: 1962
The father of the Jetson family
Works at Spacely Space Sprockets as a "digital index operator" (a button-pusher)
Well-meaning but often overwhelmed by work and family life
Catchphrase: “Jane! Stop this crazy thing!”
Jane Jetson
Debuted in: 1962
George’s wife and homemaker
Fashionable, social, and fond of shopping
Level-headed, nurturing, and sometimes exasperated by George
Known for using futuristic gadgets to make housework easier
Judy Jetson
Debuted in: 1962
Teen daughter
Trendy, boy-crazy, and always interested in the latest fashion and music
Dreams of stardom and social status
Speaks in typical 1960s teen slang — despite being from the future
Elroy Jetson
Debuted in: 1962
Young son
Brilliant, curious, and loves science and space exploration
Often invents things or helps solve family problems with his intellect
Brings a child’s wonder to futuristic life
Rosie the Robot
Debuted in: 1962
The family’s robot maid, Model XB-500
Sassy, loyal, and hardworking
Calls George “Mr. J” and Jane “Mrs. J”
Provides comic relief with her wisecracks and old-fashioned robot design. Although outdated, the family wouldn’t trade her for a newer model
Astro
Debuted in: 1962
The family’s dog
Talks in a gruff, Scooby-Doo-like voice (e.g., “Ruh-roh!”)
Loyal and goofy, often the cause (or solution) of household chaos
George's best furry buddy
Mr. Spacely
Debuted in: 1962
George’s short-tempered, greedy boss at Spacely Space Sprockets
R.U.D.I.
Debuted in: 1962
George’s office computer and sometimes friend
(stands for Referential Universal Digital Indexer)
Henry Orbit
Debuted in: 1962
The apartment complex’s handyman
Orbitty
Debuted in: 1985
An alien pet introduced in later episodes (1985 revival)