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By Stephanie Snyder
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Wacky antics and romance abound in Valentine's Day special.
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Looney Tunes Cartoons Valentine's Extwavaganza
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What's the Story?
LOONEY TUNES CARTOONS VALENTINE'S EXTWAVAGANZA features three shorts, and each one is brimming with romance, absurdities, and typical Looney Tunes violence. In one short, Daffy Duck tries to sample the chocolate candy that Porky Pig is gifting Petunia, and while Porky tries everything to ward Daffy off, an ironic ending catches him by surprise. In another short, Officer Porky pulls Daffy Duck over for speeding, and a funny play on words sparks a zany love connection between Daffy and a Daffy Duck/Porky Pig hybrid (you read that right!). In the final short, Bugs Bunny is picked up (literally and figuratively) by Mrs. Gruesome Gorilla, who falls in love with him. Just as he decides to give her a chance, a loony ending catches him -- and viewers -- off guard.
Is It Any Good?
HBO Max's attempt at preserving the essence of the original Looney Tunes show is duly noted, but something is missing. Looney Tunes Cartoons Valentine's Extwavaganza will get laughs from old and young viewers, but may also raise some eyebrows from those who grew up on classic Looney Tunes. The illustration and vocalization of Bugs Bunny are spot on, but giving him the yellow gloves that were seldom used early in the original series was a bit of an unnatural stretch. Including Mr. and Mrs. Gruesome Gorilla is a fun nod to the history of the show, but loyal fans may prefer to see other more common characters like Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, or Marvin Martian portrayed. Despite these shortcomings about the series itself, the Valentine's Day special is a funny opportunity to bridge the generational gap and laugh together as a family.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about friendship in Looney Tunes Cartoons Valentine's Extwavaganza. Why is Petunia happy that Porky brought Daffy on their date? What is ironic about her response? How do you think Porky feels in the end?
Why does Daffy Duck say that he has a "lead foot"? Why is this funny? How does this show take ordinary situations and make them hilarious?
In what ways are Bugs Bunny and Mrs. Gruesome Gorilla different? Do you think opposites attract? Do relationships work when those who are in them are drastically different?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 3, 2022
- Cast : Eric Bauza , Bob Bergen
- Network : Max
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship , Holidays
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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