Looney Tunes

Looney Tunes (pronunciation: /ˈluːni ˈtjuːnz/) is an American series of animated comedy short films produced by Warner Bros. from 1930 to 1969 during the golden age of American animation, alongside its sister series Merrie Melodies.

Etymology

The name "Looney Tunes" is a play on the name of Walt Disney's then-concurrent musical series, Silly Symphonies. The word "Looney" is derived from the term "loony", a short form of "lunatic", and "Tunes" signifies the series' original emphasis on musical comedy.

Related Terms

Bugs Bunny: A famous character from the Looney Tunes series known for his relaxed, passive personality and iconic catchphrase "What's up, Doc?".
Daffy Duck: Another popular character from the series, known for his energetic and manic personality.
Elmer Fudd: A character from the series who is often portrayed as a hunter chasing Bugs Bunny.
Porky Pig: A character from the series known for his stuttering voice and the catchphrase "Th-th-th-that's all folks!".
Tweety Bird: A character from the series known for his innocent appearance which hides a surprisingly ruthless nature towards his frequent adversary, Sylvester the Cat.
Warner Bros.: The American entertainment company that produced the Looney Tunes series.