Wabbit- New Looney Tunes - Season 1 -
Wabbit: New Looney Tunes - Season 1 Feature
Title: "Wascally Wabbit: The Quest for Carrots"
Synopsis: Bugs Bunny, the wisecracking, carrot-loving wabbit, is back in a brand-new Looney Tunes adventure. This time, he's on a mission to find the world's most prized carrots, hidden deep within the "Carrot Kingdom." Joined by his trusted sidekicks, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, Wabbit must outsmart his arch-nemesis, Elmer Fudd, and other zany Looney Tunes characters to reach the coveted carrots.
Episode Structure: The feature will consist of 13 episodes, each with its own unique plot and gags, but with an overall story arc that ties them together. Here's a brief overview of each episode:
Episode 1: "Wabbit's Big Idea" Bugs comes up with a plan to find the legendary Carrot Kingdom, but Elmer Fudd is hot on his heels.
Episode 2: "The Great Carrot Heist" Wabbit, Daffy, and Porky sneak into Elmer's garden to steal his prized carrots, but things don't go as planned.
Episode 3: "Tunnel Vision" The trio gets stuck in a maze of tunnels while searching for the Carrot Kingdom.
Episode 4: "Fowl Play" Wabbit and friends encounter a clever chicken who helps them evade Elmer.
Episode 5: "Porky's Puzzle" Porky solves a puzzle that leads them closer to the Carrot Kingdom.
Episode 6: "Daffy's Dilemma" Daffy gets separated from the group and must fend for himself.
Episode 7: "Wabbit's Wild Ride" Wabbit and friends go on a wild rollercoaster ride through the Carrot Kingdom.
Episode 8: "Elmer's Escapade" Elmer disguises himself as a wabbit to infiltrate the Carrot Kingdom.
Episode 9: "The Carrot Caper" Wabbit and friends pull off a daring heist to steal the world's most prized carrots.
Episode 10: "Tweety's Trap" Tweety Bird helps Wabbit and friends escape from a trap set by Elmer.
Episode 11: "Wabbit's Wisdom" Wabbit shares his wisdom with his friends on how to succeed in life.
Episode 12: "The Final Showdown" Wabbit and Elmer face off in an epic battle for the carrots. Wabbit- New Looney Tunes - Season 1
Episode 13: "The Carrot Kingdom Celebration" The gang celebrates their victory and enjoys the delicious carrots.
Style: The feature will blend traditional Looney Tunes humor with modern animation techniques and gags. Think "Looney Tunes" meets "Adventure Time" with a dash of "The Muppet Show" thrown in for good measure.
Target Audience: Kids and families who love classic cartoons and are looking for a fresh take on the Looney Tunes characters.
Runtime: Approximately 22 minutes per episode, with a total runtime of 286 minutes for the entire season.
Voice Cast:
- Bugs Bunny: voiced by Bob Bergen (son of legendary voice actor Mel Blanc)
- Daffy Duck: voiced by Dee Bradley Baker
- Porky Pig: voiced by Bob Bergen
- Elmer Fudd: voiced by Jeff Bergman
- Tweety Bird: voiced by Jeff Bergman
Production Team:
- Executive Producers: Craig DeCock, Aaron Warner
- Showrunner: Tom Ruegger (creator of "Animaniacs" and "Tiny Toon Adventures")
- Directors: Joe Ansolabehere, Steve Oakes
- Writers: Tom Ruegger, Craig DeCock, Aaron Warner
Marketing Strategy:
- Promote the show on social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Partner with Warner Bros. to create a series of shorts and clips for YouTube and other online platforms
- Release a series of comic books and graphic novels based on the show
- Host live events and activations at theme parks and malls
Merchandising Opportunities:
- Toys and figurines of the Looney Tunes characters
- Clothing and apparel featuring the show's characters and logos
- Video games and mobile apps based on the show
- Books, comics, and graphic novels
This feature offers a fresh take on the classic Looney Tunes characters while maintaining the zany humor and wit that fans have come to love. With a talented voice cast, a seasoned production team, and a solid marketing strategy, "Wabbit: New Looney Tunes - Season 1" is sure to delight kids and families around the world.
Wabbit — A Looney Tunes Production (later renamed New Looney Tunes) Season 1 is a collection of 52 eleven-minute episodes, each split into two comedic shorts. Premiering in September 2015, this season signaled a return to the classic slapstick roots of the franchise, focusing heavily on Bugs Bunny as the primary protagonist. Season Overview
The season is often divided into two parts for home media and digital releases, such as the Hare-Raising Tales DVD.
New Friends: Bugs is joined by new sidekicks, including Squeaks the Squirrel and a childlike, naive version of Bigfoot.
Classic Foes: Familiar antagonists like Yosemite Sam and Wile E. Coyote return, though some have updated roles (e.g., Wile E. Coyote is Bugs' smart-aleck neighbor).
New Villains: Bugs also faces off against fresh enemies like Sir Littlechin (a knight hunting mythical creatures), Carl the Grim Rabbit (a rabbit reaper), and high-tech ninjas. Selected Episode Highlights
The series follows a structure where Bugs uses his wit to outsmart anyone trying to disrupt his peace. Episode Pairings Plot Summary Buddha Bugs / Now and Zen Wabbit: New Looney Tunes - Season 1 Feature
Bugs outwits Yosemite Sam in a monastery; Bugs helps Squeaks fight ninjas. The Inside Bugs / Sun Valley Freeze
Bugs becomes Sam's getaway driver; Bugs protects Bigfoot from a winter freeze. St. Bugs and the Dragon / Leaf It Alone
Bugs stops Sir Littlechin from catching a dragon; Wile E. Coyote tries high-tech yard work. The Grim Rabbit / The Wringer
Bugs refuses to be "collected" by the Grim Rabbit; Sam uses a Bugs impersonator. White House Wabbit / Bugsbarian
Bugs protects the White House carrot garden; Bugs deals with a brawny barbarian. Availability You can find Season 1 episodes through various platforms:
Wabbit — A Looney Tunes Production (later renamed New Looney Tunes
) Season 1 marks a return to the franchise's slapstick roots. Debuting on September 21, 2015, the season focuses almost exclusively on Bugs Bunny in short, fast-paced adventures that pit his classic wit against both legendary rivals and brand-new foils. Core Premise & Style
The show moves away from the sitcom format of The Looney Tunes Show and revives the classic slapstick and sight-gag driven comedy of the 1940s and 50s. Bugs is portrayed in his traditional "rascally" persona—a cool-headed trickster who deals with modern nuisances like GPS failures, digital banking, and fitness gurus. Key Characters Kath Soucie
Note: The show is officially titled Wabbit (Season 1) before being rebranded as New Looney Tunes in later seasons. Season 1 is the most distinctive, pure vision of the series.
Main Characters & Their Roles (Season 1)
| Character | Role in S1 | Helpful Note | |-----------|------------|----------------| | Bugs Bunny | Clever, calm trickster | Uses wit and misdirection, not violence, to outsmart foes. Great model for non-aggressive problem-solving. | | Squeaks the Squirrel | New character; Bugs’ small, excitable neighbor | Represents youthful enthusiasm. Often needs Bugs’ help but shows bravery. | | Bigfoot | Gentle giant; Bugs’ friend | Subverts the “monster” trope. Shows kindness and loyalty. | | Porky Pig | Occasional straight man | His stutter is handled respectfully—not mocked, just part of his character. | | Yosemite Sam | Recurring villain (as a spaceship captain or outlaw) | Classic explosive temper; always outsmarted. | | Wile E. Coyote | Still after the Road Runner | Same silent, invention-based humor. Great for cause/effect discussions. |
Note: Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, and Tweety appear less in S1, making room for new antagonists like theCyborg Bunny or The Grim Rabbit.
The Verdict
Season 1 of Wabbit accomplished something difficult: it made Bugs Bunny cool again. It stopped trying to make the characters "relatable" teenagers or domestic roommates and remembered that these are vaudeville performers at heart. It was a love letter to the chaos of Chuck Jones and the wordplay of Friz Freleng.
If you skipped Wabbit because you thought it was just "another modern reboot," Season 1 is worth a revisit. It is a series that respects the legacy of the past while confidently stepping into the future—proving that you can’t keep a good rabbit down.
The first season of New Looney Tunes (originally titled Wabbit: A Looney Tunes Production) focuses on Bugs Bunny
. Unlike the ensemble-focused The Looney Tunes Show, this series returns to the character's slapstick roots. Key Season 1 Highlights Bugs Bunny: voiced by Bob Bergen (son of
Format: Each 11-minute episode typically contains two 5-minute shorts. Classic Characters
matches wits with familiar foes like Yosemite Sam and Wile E. Coyote, who is reimagined as Bugs' smart-aleck neighbor.
New Additions: The season introduces a fresh supporting cast, including Squeaks the Squirrel (Bugs' sidekick) and (a childlike, well-meaning nuisance). Notable Episodes Segment Titles Description 1 Buddha Bugs / Now and Zen
Bugs poses as a monk to outwit Yosemite Sam; Bugs and Squeaks fight ninjas. 4 The Bigfoot in Bed / World Wide Wabbit
Bugs tries to teach Bigfoot manners; Sam attempts a digital bank heist. 6 The Grim Rabbit / The Wringer
Bugs encounters Carl the Grim Rabbit (a rabbit version of the Grim Reaper). 13 Painter Paint Hare / The Spy Who Bugged Me
Bugs meddles with a painter's hobby; Bugs gets caught in a spy plot in D.C.. 28 Airpork Security / Home a Clone
Porky Pig attempts to help Bugs through airport security; Dr. Clovenhoof clones Bugs. Where to Watch
You can find full episode lists and descriptions on the New Looney Tunes Episode Guide or view streaming availability through TV Guide. New Looney Tunes Episode Guide and List
(later renamed New Looney Tunes ) Season 1 is a curious experiment that attempted to strip the franchise back to its chaotic, slapstick roots after the suburban sitcom style of The Looney Tunes Show
. It’s a series that split fans down the middle with its bold new direction and occasionally grotesque art style. The "Bugs Against the World" Vibe
Unlike most Looney Tunes reboots, Season 1 focuses almost entirely on Bugs Bunny
. Returning to his role as the ultimate "wascally" trickster, he lives in a rabbit hole and spends his time outsmarting a revolving door of antagonists.
5. Meta-Narrative & Self-Awareness (The Deepest Feature)
Wabbit Season 1 is quietly about the exhaustion of being a cartoon character.
- Bugs shows no joy in winning. He shows relief that the episode is ending. In “Bugs vs. the Tortoise,” he literally fast-forwards through the race because it’s boring.
- The show deconstructs the “wabbit season/duck season” loop without Daffy (Daffy appears only rarely in S1). Instead, Bugs is stuck with characters who cannot learn. Squeaks falls for the same trick 50 times an episode. The Grim Rabbit cheats, loses, and re-sets.
- Fourth Wall as Furniture: Bugs looks at the camera not for a punchline, but for silent acknowledgment of absurdity. It’s Jim Halpert’s look, not Groucho Marx’s.
6. The Missing Element (Conspicuous by Absence)
Season 1 has no Daffy Duck, no Porky Pig, no Elmer Fudd (major roles). This was intentional. The show is a reboot by subtraction.
Deep Feature: By removing the classic foils, the show asks: What is Bugs Bunny without his defined enemies? Answer: A deeply lonely, eerily calm being floating through a world of neurotic strangers. The comedy becomes existential—Bugs has no rival worthy of his time, so he just politely un-breaks the universe each episode.
