Looney Tunes

Looney Tunes is an American series of animated short films produced by Warner Bros. from 1930 to 1969 during the golden age of American animation, alongside its sister series Merrie Melodies.

History

Looney Tunes was created by Warner Bros. to compete with Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse cartoon series. The series introduced many of the company's most famous cartoon characters, including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd, Tweety, Sylvester the Cat, Yosemite Sam, Foghorn Leghorn, Marvin the Martian, Tasmanian Devil, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote and many others.

Characters

The characters of Looney Tunes are some of the most recognizable and beloved in the world of animation. Each character has its own unique personality, style, and set of catchphrases.

Bugs Bunny

Bugs Bunny is the main character of the Looney Tunes series. He is known for his relaxed, passive personality and his iconic catchphrase, "Eh, what's up, doc?"

Daffy Duck

Daffy Duck is a black, anthropomorphic duck who is often portrayed as the best friend and occasional arch-rival of Bugs Bunny. Daffy is known for his manic and uncontrolled nature.

Porky Pig

Porky Pig is a stuttering pig who is best known for his tagline, "Th-th-th-that's all folks!", which is used to signal the end of Looney Tunes cartoons.

Legacy

Looney Tunes has had a significant impact on popular culture. It has been praised for its music, humor, and the use of satire and cultural references. The series has also been recognized for its innovative animation techniques.

See also

• List of Looney Tunes characters
• Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies filmography
• Looney Tunes: Back in Action
• Space Jam
• Tiny Toon Adventures