The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie

Porky and Daffy, two mismatched neighbors with very different temperaments, stumble onto a strange conspiracy while causing mayhem at the local bubble gum factory. What starts as cheap gags and workplace chaos turns serious when they uncover an alien scheme that can take over minds. The pair set out to stop the invaders and protect their town, but their bickering, clashing plans, and slapstick mishaps create almost as many problems as the extraterrestrials do. Along the way they recruit familiar faces, improvise bizarre gadgets, and learn how much they depend on each other, all while comic set pieces keep the stakes light and silly.

Released in 2024, the film was directed by Peter Browngardt and draws on characters created by Kevin Costello, Alex Kirwan, and Andrew Dickman. The voice cast features Eric Bauza, Candi Milo, Peter MacNicol, Fred Tatasciore, and Laraine Newman.

The movie didn't earn major industry awards or Academy Awards nominations, at least in its initial awards season. It did, however, get attention from animation festivals and family film panels, which praised its faithful use of classic characters and modern filmmaking sensibilities.

The film helped reintroduce Looney Tunes to contemporary family audiences, sparking nostalgic conversations among long time fans while giving kids an accessible, action-filled entry point to the franchise. Several sequences and character beats were shared widely online, keeping the franchise visible in pop culture discussions.

Critics and viewers gave generally positive feedback, reflected in user ratings around 7.6 out of 10 from early audiences. Reviewers highlighted the energy of the voice performances, the inventiveness of the slapstick set pieces, and the film's mix of goofy humor with clearer themes about cooperation and friendship. It's light on darker sci-fi elements and heavy on chaotic fun, leaning into the classic rivalry between Porky and Daffy as both a source of laughs and emotional payoff.