New Looney Tunes Film 'The Day the Earth Blew Up' Premieres to Roaring Laughter at Annecy Film Festival

Entertainment | June 12, 2024, 4:53 a.m.

The premiere screening of 'The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie' at the Annecy Animation Festival was a memorable event, with director Pete Browngardt and Warner Bros. Animation president Sam Register introducing the film to enthusiastic audiences. Centered around Porky Pig and Daffy Duck, the movie showcased the duo's humorous adventures as they try to stop a powerful alien from taking over the planet. The screening was filled with laughter and standout moments, particularly focusing on the characters' backgrounds and their hilarious attempts at finding a job. Browngardt expressed his passion for the project, emphasizing the hard work and dedication put into the 2D-animated film over four years. Warner Bros. Animation President Register praised Browngardt's vision, highlighting the importance of the beloved Looney Tunes characters in the world of animation. 'The Day the Earth Blew Up' is set to hit theaters later this year, marking the first fully animated Looney Tunes feature film.