Looney Tunes Goes Cosmic: A New Trailer and Poster for The Day the Earth Blew Up
It's time to go looney—again! The latest trailer for The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie is here, and it's bringing back classic cartoon chaos with a sci-fi twist. For fans of Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, this is an intergalactic adventure that promises to be both hilarious and visually stunning. With Warner Bros. Animation behind the project, the hand-drawn, 2D-animated feature is set to make history as the first fully animated Looney Tunes film of its kind.
And if the trailer wasn't enough to get audiences hyped, a newly released poster teases an alien-fueled escapade. Porky and Daffy are seen trapped in a glowing, bubble-like force field, panicked as a menacing green alien (most likely Marvin the Martian) looms in the background. The poster's eerie sci-fi glow mixed with the classic Looney Tunes aesthetic sets the stage for a film that's as wild as it is nostalgic.
The Plot: Porky and Daffy vs. Aliens?
Set against the backdrop of an unsuspecting bubble gum factory, our unlikely heroes find themselves in a sticky (literally) situation when they accidentally uncover a mind-control plot led by extraterrestrial invaders. The film follows their attempts to save the town—possibly even the world—all while navigating their classic love-hate friendship dynamic.
The humor and zany antics that have defined Looney Tunes for decades are intact, but this time, they're mixed with a larger-than-life sci-fi spectacle. Think Duck Dodgers meets Independence Day, but with more slapstick and fewer explosions (probably).
Behind the Scenes: Who's Bringing the Looney?
Directed by Peter Browngardt (The Curse of the Monkey Bird), the film is backed by a team of animation veterans, including writer Darrick Bachman and producer Bonnie Arnold. The voice cast includes Looney Tunes regulars like Eric Bauza, Candi Milo, Peter MacNicol, Wayne Knight, and Laraine Newman, ensuring that the characters sound just as wacky and iconic as ever.
Why WB Passed, But Ketchup Delivered
One of the more surprising details about this release is that Warner Bros. decided not to distribute it directly. Instead, Ketchup Entertainment stepped in, ensuring the film gets a full theatrical release starting March 14, 2025. It's an unusual move, but given the massive love for classic Looney Tunes, fans will likely flock to theaters regardless of the distributor.
Personal Impressions: A Looney Space Odyssey Worth Watching?
As someone who grew up on Looney Tunes, I can't help but admire how this film captures the classic energy of the franchise while pushing it into new, absurd territory. The trailer is laugh-out-loud funny, filled with ridiculous chases, slapstick humor, and over-the-top alien antics. Seeing Daffy and Porky interact in a full-length, hand-drawn adventure feels like a throwback to Golden Age animation, and that's something worth celebrating. The choice to go big on sci-fi, rather than the usual cartoon capers, adds an extra layer of excitement. If you're a fan of old-school animation, this is shaping up to be a must-watch.
Does The Day the Earth Blew Up have the potential to be a Looney Tunes classic? Or do you think the sci-fi angle is too far from its roots? Let's talk in the comments!
