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Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies filmography (1940–1949)

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This is a listing of all the animated shorts released by Warner Bros. under the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies banners between 1940 and 1949.

A total of 307 shorts were released during the 1940s.

1940

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All cartoons from this year are under copyright, except where noted.

No.
overall
No. in yearTitleSeriesDirected byAnimated byReccuring CharactersOriginal release date [1]Official DVD/Blu-Ray Availability
2711Porky's Last StandLTBob ClampettIzzy EllisDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
January 6, 1940 (1940-01-06)DVD: Porky Pig 101

Porky Pig and Daffy Duck run a diner that sells eggs, coming from chickens. When a costumer asked for a hamburger, Daffy gets his hands on a small bull, but mixes it up with a bigger bull, and hijinks ensue.

Story by: Warren Foster
2722The Early Worm Gets the BirdMMTex AveryRobert CannonN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 13, 1940 (1940-01-13)N/A

Story by: Jack Miller

Note: Public Domain
2733Africa SqueaksLTBob ClampettJohn Carey
Dave Hoffman
Porky PigJanuary 27, 1940 (1940-01-27)DVD: Porky Pig 101
2744Mighty HuntersMMChuck JonesKen HarrisN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 27, 1940 (1940-01-27)N/A
Story by: Dave Monahan
2755Busy BakersMMBen Hardaway
Cal Dalton
Richard BickenbachN/A (one-shot cartoon)February 10, 1940 (1940-02-10)DVD: Brother Orchid (extra, unrestored)
Story by: Jack Miller
2766Ali-Baba BoundLTBob ClampettVive RistoPorky PigFebruary 10, 1940 (1940-02-10)DVD: Porky Pig 101

Story by: Melvin Millar

Note: Public Domain
2777Elmer's Candid CameraMMChuck JonesRobert McKimson"Happy Rabbit"
Elmer Fudd
March 2, 1940 (1940-03-02)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 1
DVD: Essential Bugs Bunny
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 2
Blu-Ray: Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection

Story by: Rich Hogan

Notes:

  • First official appearance of Elmer Fudd, and also the first where Elmer Fudd is voiced by Arthur Q. Bryan.[2]
  • Happy Rabbit is referred as "Bugs Bunny", according to the copyright synopsis for this cartoon, but he wasn't officially named "Bugs" yet.[3]
2788Pilgrim PorkyLTBob ClampettNorman McCabePorky PigMarch 16, 1940 (1940-03-16)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Warren Foster
2799Cross Country DetoursMMTex AveryPaul SmithN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 16, 1940 (1940-03-16)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 2
Story by: Rich Hogan
28010Confederate HoneyMMFriz FrelengCal DaltonN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 30, 1940 (1940-03-30)DVD: Virginia City (extra, unrestored & censored)
Story by: Ben Hardaway
28111The Bear's TaleMMTex AveryRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)April 13, 1940 (1940-04-13)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
Story by: Ben Hardaway
28212Slap-Happy PappyLTBob ClampettJohn Carey
Izzy Ellis
Porky PigMarch 16, 1940 (1940-03-16)DVD: Porky Pig 101
28313Porky's Poor FishLTBob ClampettDave HoffmanPorky PigApril 27, 1940 (1940-04-27)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Melvin Millar
28414The Hardship of Miles StandishMMFriz FrelengGil TurnerElmer FuddApril 27, 1940 (1940-04-27)N/A
Story by: Jack Miller
28515Sniffles Takes a TripMMChuck JonesPhil MonroeSnifflesMay 11, 1940 (1940-05-11)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 6 (extra, unrestored)
Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
Story by: Dave Monahan
28616You Ought to Be in PicturesLTFriz FrelengHerman CohenDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
May 18, 1940 (1940-05-18)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 2
DVD/Blu-Ray: Platinum Collection: Vol. 2
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Jack Miller
28717A Gander at Mother GooseMMTex AveryCharles McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 25, 1940 (1940-05-25)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
Story by: Dave Monahan
28818Tom Thumb in TroubleMMChuck JonesRobert CannonN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 8, 1940 (1940-06-08)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
Story by: Rich Hogan
28919The Chewin' BruinLTBob ClampettNorman McCabe
Vive Risto
Porky PigJune 8, 1940 (1940-06-08)DVD: Porky Pig 101
29020Circus TodayMMTex AverySid SutherlandN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 22, 1940 (1940-06-22)N/A
Story by: Jack Miller
29121Little BlabbermouseMMFriz FrelengRichard BickenbachLittle Blabbermouse
W.C. Field Mouse
July 6, 1940 (1940-07-06)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles (extra, unrestored)

Story by: Ben Hardaway

Note: First appearance of Little Blabbermouse and W.C. Field Mouse.
29222Porky's Baseball BroadcastLTFriz FrelengCal DaltonPorky PigJuly 6, 1940 (1940-07-06)DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Ben Hardaway
29323The Egg CollectorMMChuck JonesRudy LarrivaSniffles
The Bookworm
July 20, 1940 (1940-07-20)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
Story by: Bob Givens
29424A Wild HareMMTex AveryVirgil RossBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
July 27, 1940 (1940-07-27)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 3 (extra, unrestored)
DVD: Golden Collection: Volume 4 (extra, unrestored)
DVD: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Academy Awards Animation Collection
DVD: Essential Bugs Bunny
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Volume 2
Blu-Ray: Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection

Story by: Rich Hogan

Notes:

29525Ghost WantedMMChuck JonesRobert McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 10, 1940 (1940-08-10)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 2
Story by: Dave Monahan
29626Patient PorkyLTBob ClampettNorman McCabePorky PigAugust 24, 1940 (1940-08-24)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Warren Foster
29727Ceiling HeroMMTex AveryRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 24, 1940 (1940-08-24)N/A
Story by: Dave Monahan
29828Malibu Beach PartyMMFriz FrelengGil TurnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 14, 1940 (1940-09-14)DVD: Dance, Girl, Dance (extra, unrestored)
Story by: Jack Miller
29929Calling Dr. PorkyLTFriz FrelengHerman CohenPorky PigSeptember 21, 1940 (1940-09-21)DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Jack Miller
30030Stage FrightMMChuck JonesKen HarrisThe Two Curious PuppiesSeptember 28, 1940 (1940-09-28)DVD: City for Conquest (extra, unrestored)
Blu-Ray: Mr. and Mrs. Smith (extra, restored)
Story by: Rich Hogan
30131Prehistoric PorkyLTBob ClampettJohn CareyPorky PigOctober 12, 1940 (1940-10-12)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Melvin Millar
30232Holiday HighlightsMMTex AveryCharles McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 12, 1940 (1940-10-12)DVD: Bugs Bunny's Cupid Capers (extra, unrestored)
Blu-Ray: Mr. and Mrs. Smith (extra, restored)
Story by: Dave Monahan
30333Good Night ElmerMMChuck JonesPhil MonroeElmer FuddOctober 26, 1940 (1940-10-26)Blu-Ray: Collector's Vault: Vol. 1
Story by: Rich Hogan
30434The Sour PussLTBob ClampettVive Risto
Dave Hoffman
Porky PigNovember 2, 1940 (1940-11-02)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 4
DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Warren Foster
30535Wacky WildlifeMMTex AveryVirgil RossN/A (one-shot cartoon)November 9, 1940 (1940-11-09)N/A
Story by: Dave Monahan
30636Bedtime for SnifflesMMChuck JonesRobert CannonSnifflesNovember 23, 1940 (1940-11-23)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
Story by: Rich Hogan
30737Porky's Hired HandLTFriz FrelengRichard BickenbachPorky PigNovember 30, 1940 (1940-11-30)DVD: Porky Pig 101
Story by: Dave Monahan
30838Of Fox and HoundsMMTex AveryCharles McKimsonWilloughbyDecember 7, 1940 (1940-12-07)Blu-Ray: Collector's Vault: Vol. 1

Story by: Dave Monahan

Note: First appearance of Willoughby.
30939The Timid ToreadorLTBob Clampett
Norman McCabe
Izzy EllisPorky PigDecember 21, 1940 (1940-12-21)DVD: Porky Pig 101

Story by: Melvin Millar

Note: Public Domain
31040Shop Look & ListenMMFriz FrelengCal DaltonLittle Blabbermouse
W.C. Field Mouse
December 21, 1940 (1940-12-21)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles (extra, unrestored)

Story by: Dave Monahan

Note: Final appearance of Little Blabbermouse and W.C. Field Mouse.

1941

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From this year onward, story credits are fully implemented. All cartoons from this year are under copyright, except where noted.

No.
overall
No. in yearTitleSeriesDirected byStory byAnimated byRecurring CharactersOriginal release date [4]Official DVD/Blu-Ray Availability
3111Elmer's Pet RabbitMMChuck JonesRich HoganRudy LarrivaBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
January 4, 1941 (1941-01-04)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 3
3122Porky's Snooze ReelLTBob Clampett
Norman McCabe
Warren FosterJohn CareyPorky PigJanuary 11, 1941 (1941-01-11)DVD: Porky Pig 101
3133The Fighting 69½thMMFriz FrelengJack MillerGil TurnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 18, 1941 (1941-01-18)DVD: The Fighting 69th (extra, unrestored)
DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 6 (extra, unrestored)
3144Sniffles Bells the CatMMChuck JonesRich HoganKen HarrisSnifflesFebruary 1, 1941 (1941-02-01)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
3155The Haunted MouseLTTex AveryMichael MalteseSid SutherlandN/A (one-shot cartoon)February 15, 1941 (1941-02-15)N/A
3166The Crackpot QuailMMTex AveryRich HoganRobert McKimsonWilloughbyFebruary 15, 1941 (1941-02-15)Blu-Ray/DVD: Tex Avery Screwball Classics: Vol. 3 (extra, restored)
3177The Cat's TaleMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseHerman CohenN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 1, 1941 (1941-03-01)N/A
3188Joe Glow, the FireflyLTChuck JonesRich HoganPhil MonroeN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 8, 1941 (1941-03-08)N/A
3199Tortoise Beats HareMMTex AveryDave MonahanCharles McKimsonBugs Bunny
Cecil Turtle
March 15, 1941 (1941-03-15)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 2
DVD: Super Stars' Bugs Bunny: Wascally Wabbit
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 2
Note: First appearance of Cecil Turtle.
32010Porky's Bear FactsLTFriz FrelengMichael MalteseManuel PerezPorky PigMarch 29, 1941 (1941-03-29)DVD: Porky Pig 101
32111Goofy GroceriesMMBob ClampettMelvin MillarVive RistoN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 29, 1941 (1941-03-29)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 3
32212Toy TroubleMMChuck JonesRich HoganRobert CannonSniffles
The Bookworm
April 12, 1941 (1941-04-12)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
32313Porky's PreviewLTTex AveryDave MonahanVirgil RossPorky PigApril 19, 1941 (1941-04-19)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101
32414The Trial of Mr. WolfMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseRichard BickenbachN/A (one-shot cartoon)April 26, 1941 (1941-04-26)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
32515Porky's AntLTChuck JonesRich HoganRudy LarrivaPorky Pig
Inki
May 10, 1941 (1941-05-10)DVD: Porky Pig 101
32616Farm FrolicsMMBob ClampettWarren FosterJohn Carey
Izzy Ellis
N/A (one-shot cartoon)May 10, 1941 (1941-05-10)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
32717Hollywood Steps OutMMTex AveryMelvin MillarRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 24, 1941 (1941-05-24)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 2
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 2
32818A Coy DecoyLTBob ClampettMelvin MillarNorman McCabeDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
June 7, 1941 (1941-06-07)DVD: Porky Pig 101
32919Hiawatha's Rabbit HuntMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGil TurnerBugs BunnyJune 7, 1941 (1941-06-07)DVD: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Academy Awards Animation Collection
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 3
Note: Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
33020Porky's Prize PonyLTChuck JonesRich HoganKen HarrisPorky PigJune 21, 1941 (1941-06-21)DVD: Porky Pig 101
33121The Wacky WormMMFriz FrelengDave MonahanCal DaltonThe Wacky WormJune 21, 1941 (1941-06-21)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 2
33222Meet John DoughboyLTBob ClampettWarren FosterVive RistoPorky PigJuly 5, 1941 (1941-07-05)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 6
DVD: Porky Pig 101
33323The Heckling HareMMTex AveryMichael MalteseRobert McKimsonBugs Bunny
Willoughby
July 5, 1941 (1941-07-05)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 2
33424Inki and the LionMMChuck JonesRich HoganPhil MonroeInki
Minah Bird
July 19, 1941 (1941-07-19)N/A
33525Aviation VacationMMTex AveryDave MonahanSid SutherlandN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 2, 1941 (1941-08-02)N/A
33626We, the Animals Squeak!LTBob ClampettMelvin MillarIzzy EllisPorky PigAugust 9, 1941 (1941-08-09)DVD: Porky Pig 101
33727Sport ChumpionsMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGerry ChiniquyN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 16, 1941 (1941-08-16)N/A
33828The Henpecked DuckLTBob ClampettWarren FosterJohn CareyDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
August 30, 1941 (1941-08-30)DVD: Porky Pig 101
33929Snowtime for ComedyMMChuck JonesRich HoganRobert CannonThe Two Curious PuppiesAugust 30, 1941 (1941-08-30)N/A
34030All This and Rabbit StewMMTex Avery[n 1]Dave MonahanVirgil RossBugs BunnySeptember 13, 1941 (1941-09-13)N/A

Notes:

34131Notes to YouLTFriz FrelengMichael MalteseManuel PerezPorky PigSeptember 20, 1941 (1941-09-20)DVD: Porky Pig 101

Notes:

34232The Brave Little BatMMChuck JonesRich HoganRudy LarrivaSnifflesSeptember 27, 1941 (1941-09-27)Blu-Ray/DVD: Mouse Chronicles
34333Bug ParadeMMTex Avery[n 1]Dave MonahanRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 11, 1941 (1941-10-11)N/A
34434Robinson Crusoe, Jr.LTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarVive RistoPorky PigOctober 25, 1941 (1941-10-25)DVD: Porky Pig 101
34535Rookie RevueMMFriz FrelengDave MonahanRichard BickenbachN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 25, 1941 (1941-10-25)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 6
34636Saddle SillyMMChuck JonesRich Hogan[n 1]Phil DeLaraN/A (one-shot cartoon)November 8, 1941 (1941-11-08)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 3
34737Porky's Midnight MatineeLTChuck JonesRich Hogan[n 1]Robert CannonPorky PigNovember 22, 1941 (1941-11-22)DVD: Porky Pig 101
34838The Cagey CanaryMMTex Avery
Bob Clampett[n 1]
Michael MalteseRobert McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)November 22, 1941 (1941-11-22)Blu-Ray: Collector's Choice: Vol. 4
34939Rhapsody in RivetsMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGil TurnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)December 6, 1941 (1941-12-06)DVD: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Academy Awards Animation Collection
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 3
Note: Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
35040Wabbit TwoubleMMBob Clampett[n 2]Dave MonahanSid SutherlandBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
December 20, 1941 (1941-12-20)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 1
Blu-Ray/DVD: Platinum Collection: Vol. 2
Note: First of "Fat Elmer" cartoons.
35141Porky's PoochLTBob ClampettWarren FosterIzzy EllisPorky Pig
Charlie Dog (prototype)
December 27, 1941 (1941-12-27)DVD: Golden Collection: Vol. 5
DVD: Porky Pig 101

Notes:

  • Public Domain
  • According to Chuck Jones one of the dogs in this cartoon, originally named Rover, is actually an early prototype of Charlie Dog.[7]

1942

[edit]

This year marks the beginning of production of color Looney Tunes. For this year and the next, most would still be in black and white.

No.
overall
No. in yearTitleSeriesDirected byStory byAnimated byRecurring CharactersOriginal release date [8]Video if in the public domain
3521Hop, Skip and a ChumpMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseCal DaltonN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 3, 1942 (1942-01-03)Copyright was renewed on April 22, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[9]
3532Porky's Pastry PiratesLTFriz FrelengDave MonahanGerry ChiniquyPorky PigJanuary 17, 1942 (1942-01-17)TBA
3543The Bird Came C.O.D.MMChuck JonesRich Hogan[n 1]Ken HarrisConrad the CatJanuary 17, 1942 (1942-01-17)Copyright was renewed on April 22, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[10]
Note: First appearance of Conrad the Cat.
3554Aloha HooeyMMTex Avery & Bob Clampett[n 1]Michael MalteseVirgil RossN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 30, 1942 (1942-01-30)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[11]
3565Who's Who in the ZooLTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarJohn CareyPorky PigFebruary 14, 1942 (1942-02-14)TBA
3576Porky's CafeLTChuck JonesRich Hogan[n 1]Rudy LarrivaPorky Pig
Conrad the Cat
February 21, 1942 (1942-02-21)TBA
3587Conrad the SailorMMChuck JonesDave MonahanBen WashamConrad the Cat
Daffy Duck
February 28, 1942 (1942-02-28)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[12]
3598Crazy CruiseMMTex Avery & Bob Clampett[n 1]Michael MalteseRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 14, 1942 (1942-03-14)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[13]
3609The Wabbit Who Came to SupperMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseRichard BickenbachBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
March 28, 1942 (1942-03-28)TBA
36110Horton Hatches the EggMMBob ClampettMichael Maltese
Adapted from the book by: Dr. Seuss
Robert McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)April 11, 1942 (1942-04-11)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[14]
36211Saps in ChapsLTFriz FrelengDave MonahanManuel PerezN/A (one-shot cartoon)April 11, 1942 (1942-04-11)
36312Dog TiredMMChuck JonesRich Hogan[n 1]Phil MonroeThe Two Curious PuppiesApril 25, 1942 (1942-04-25)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[15]
36413Daffy's Southern ExposureLTNorman McCabeDon R. ChristensenVive RistoDaffy DuckMay 2, 1942 (1942-05-02)TBA
36514The Wacky WabbitMMBob ClampettWarren FosterSid SutherlandBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
May 2, 1942 (1942-05-02)TBA
36615The Draft HorseMMChuck JonesTedd PierceRobert CannonN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 9, 1942 (1942-05-09)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[16]
36716Nutty NewsLTBob ClampettWarren FosterVirgil RossElmer Fudd (voice only)May 23, 1942 (1942-05-23)TBA
36817Lights FantasticMMFriz FrelengDave MonahanGil TurnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 23, 1942 (1942-05-23)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[17]
36918Hobby Horse-LaffsLTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarCal DaltonN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 6, 1942 (1942-06-06)TBA
37019Hold the Lion, PleaseMMChuck JonesTedd PierceKen HarrisBugs BunnyJune 13, 1942 (1942-06-13)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[18]
37120Gopher GoofyLTNorman McCabeDon R. ChristensenIzzy EllisN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 27, 1942 (1942-06-27)TBA
37221Double ChaserMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGerry ChiniquyN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 27, 1942 (1942-06-27)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[19]
37322Wacky BlackoutLTBob ClampettWarren FosterSid SutherlandN/A (one-shot cartoon)July 11, 1942 (1942-07-11)
37423Bugs Bunny Gets the BoidMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRod ScribnerBugs Bunny
Beaky Buzzard
July 11, 1942 (1942-07-11)TBA
Note: First appearance of Beaky Buzzard.
37524Foney FablesMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseRichard BickenbachN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 1, 1942 (1942-08-01)
37625The DucktatorsLTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarJohn CareyN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 1, 1942 (1942-08-01)
37726The Squawkin' HawkMMChuck JonesMichael MaltesePhil MonroeHenery HawkAugust 8, 1942 (1942-08-08)Copyright was renewed on February 10, 1970 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[20]
Note: First appearance of Henery Hawk.
37827Eatin' on the Cuff or The Moth Who Came to DinnerLTBob ClampettWarren FosterVirgil RossN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 22, 1942 (1942-08-22)
37928Fresh HareMMFriz FrelengWarren FosterManuel PerezBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
August 22, 1942 (1942-08-22)TBA
Note: Final "Fat Elmer" cartoon.
38029The Impatient PatientLTNorman McCabeDon R. ChristensenVive RistoDaffy DuckSeptember 5, 1942 (1942-09-05)TBA
38130Fox PopMMChuck JonesTedd PiercePhil DeLaraN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 5, 1942 (1942-09-05)
38231The Dover Boys at Pimento UniversityMMChuck JonesTedd PierceRobert CannonN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 10, 1942 (1942-09-10)
38332The Hep CatLTBob ClampettWarren FosterRobert McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 3, 1942 (1942-10-03)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[21]
Note: First color short produced under the Looney Tunes series.
38433The Sheepish WolfMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGil TurnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 17, 1942 (1942-10-17)TBA
38534The Daffy DuckarooLTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarCal DaltonDaffy DuckOctober 24, 1942 (1942-10-24)TBA
38635The Hare-Brained HypnotistMMFriz FrelengMichael MaltesePhil MonroeBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
October 31, 1942 (1942-10-31)Copyright was renewed on December 11, 1969 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[22]
38736A Tale of Two KittiesMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRod ScribnerTweety
Babbit and Catstello
November 21, 1942 (1942-11-21)
Note: First appearances of Tweety and Babbit and Catstello.
38837My Favorite DuckLTChuck JonesMichael MalteseRudy LarrivaDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
December 5, 1942 (1942-12-05)Copyright was renewed on February 18, 1970 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2038.[23]
38938Ding Dog DaddyMMFriz FrelengTedd PierceGerry ChiniquyN/A (one-shot cartoon)December 5, 1942 (1942-12-05)TBA
39039Case of the Missing HareMMChuck JonesTedd PierceKen HarrisBugs BunnyDecember 12, 1942 (1942-12-12)TBA

1943

[edit]

The Blue Ribbon Merrie Melodies re-release program starts this year. Previous color Merrie Melodies shorts would be re-released with the original credits cut. In addition, four more Looney Tunes shorts were produced in 3-hue Technicolor. The series would go into full color the following year.

No.
overall
No. in yearTitleSeriesDirected byStory byAnimated byRecurring CharactersOriginal release date [24]Video if in the public domain
3911Coal Black and de Sebben DwarfsMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 16, 1943 (1943-01-16)Copyright was renewed on February 18, 1970 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[25]
Note: One of the Censored Eleven.
3922Confusions of a Nutzy SpyLTNorman McCabeDon R. ChristensenIzzy EllisPorky PigJanuary 23, 1943 (1943-01-23)TBA
3933Pigs in a PolkaMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseRichard BickenbachN/A (one-shot cartoon)February 2, 1943 (1943-02-02)
3944Tortoise Wins by a HareMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRobert McKimsonBugs Bunny
Cecil Turtle
February 20, 1943 (1943-02-20)Copyright was renewed on January 22, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[26]
Note: Sequel to 1941's Tortoise Beats Hare.
3955To Duck or Not to DuckLTChuck JonesTedd PierceRobert CannonDaffy Duck
Elmer Fudd
March 6, 1943 (1943-03-06)TBA
3966The Fifth-Column MouseMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseKen ChampinN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 6, 1943 (1943-03-06)
3977Flop Goes the WeaselMMChuck JonesMichael MalteseRudy LarrivaN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 20, 1943 (1943-03-20)Copyright was renewed on June 6, 1975 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[27]
3988Hop and GoLTNorman McCabeMelvin MillarCal DaltonN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 27, 1943 (1943-03-27)
3999Super-RabbitMMChuck JonesTedd PierceKen HarrisBugs BunnyApril 3, 1943 (1943-04-03)Copyright was renewed on January 22, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[28]
40010The Unbearable BearMMChuck JonesMichael MalteseRobert CannonN/A (one-shot cartoon)April 17, 1943 (1943-04-17)Copyright was renewed on January 22, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[29]
40111The Wise Quacking DuckLTBob ClampettWarren FosterPhil MonroeDaffy DuckMay 1, 1943 (1943-05-01)Copyright was renewed on May 21, 1970 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[30]
40212Greetings BaitMMFriz FrelengTedd PierceManuel PerezN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 15, 1943 (1943-05-15)Copyright was renewed on January 22, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[31]
40313Tokio JokioLTNorman McCabeDon R. ChristensenIzzy EllisN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 15, 1943 (1943-05-15)
40414Jack-Wabbit and the BeanstalkMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseJack BradburyBugs BunnyJune 12, 1943 (1943-06-12)Copyright was renewed on May 24, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[32]
40515The Aristo-CatMMChuck JonesTedd PierceRudy LarrivaN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 19, 1943 (1943-06-19)Copyright was renewed on May 24, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[33]
Note: First appearances of Hubie and Bertie and Claude Cat.
40616Yankee Doodle DaffyLTFriz FrelengTedd PierceRichard BickenbachDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
July 3, 1943 (1943-07-03)TBA
40717Wackiki WabbitMMChuck JonesTedd PierceKen HarrisBugs BunnyJuly 3, 1943 (1943-07-03)TBA
40818Porky Pig's FeatLTFrank TashlinMelvin MillarPhil MonroePorky Pig
Daffy Duck
Bugs Bunny (cameo)
July 17, 1943 (1943-07-17)TBA

Notes:

40919Tin Pan Alley CatsMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)July 17, 1943 (1943-07-17)Copyright was renewed on May 24, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[34]
Note: One of the Censored Eleven.
41020Scrap Happy DaffyLTFrank TashlinDon R. ChristensenArthur DavisDaffy DuckAugust 21, 1943 (1943-08-21)TBA
Note: Final black-and-white appearance of Daffy Duck.
41121Hiss and Make UpMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseGerry ChiniquyN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 11, 1943 (1943-09-11)Copyright was renewed on May 24, 1971 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[35]
41222A Corny ConcertoMMBob ClampettFrank TashlinRobert McKimsonElmer Fudd
Porky Pig
Bugs Bunny
Daffy Duck
September 18, 1943 (1943-09-18)TBA
41323Fin 'n' CattyMMChuck JonesMichael MalteseBen WashamN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 23, 1943 (1943-10-23)Copyright was renewed on January 8, 1976 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[36]
41424Falling HareMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRod ScribnerBugs BunnyOctober 30, 1943 (1943-10-30)TBA
41525Inki and the Minah BirdMMChuck JonesTedd PierceRobert CannonInki
Minah Bird
November 13, 1943 (1943-11-13)TBA
41626Daffy – The CommandoLTFriz FrelengMichael MalteseKen ChampinDaffy DuckNovember 20, 1943 (1943-11-20)TBA
41727An Itch in TimeMMBob ClampettWarren FosterRobert McKimsonN/A (one-shot cartoon)December 4, 1943 (1943-12-04)Copyright was renewed on January 8, 1976 and will not be in the public domain until January 1, 2039.[37]
41828Puss n' BootyLTFrank TashlinWarren FosterCal DaltonN/A (one-shot cartoon)December 11, 1943 (1943-12-11)

Notes:

  • Latest Warner Bros. cartoon to have fallen into the public domain in the United States.
  • Final black-and-white cartoon for the series overall.

1944

[edit]

From this year onward, all cartoons are under copyright and in color, with most cartoons using 3-hue Technicolor.

Leon Schlesinger sold his cartoon studio to Warner Bros. in 1944; Eddie Selzer took over as producer after Buckaroo Bugs was released.

No.
overall
No. in yearTitleSeriesDirected byStory byAnimated byRecurring CharactersOriginal release date [38]
4191Little Red Riding RabbitMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseManuel PerezBugs BunnyJanuary 4, 1944 (1944-01-04)
Note: First cartoon in which Mel Blanc gets on-screen credit, although his on-screen credits for this year are limited to the Bugs Bunny cartoons.
4202What's Cookin' Doc?MMBob ClampettMichael SasanoffRobert McKimsonBugs BunnyJanuary 8, 1944 (1944-01-08)
4213Meatless FlydayMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseJack BradburyN/A (one-shot cartoon)January 29, 1944 (1944-01-29)
4224Tom Turk and DaffyLTChuck JonesMichael Maltese & Tedd Pierce[n 3]Ken HarrisDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
February 12, 1944 (1944-02-12)
4235Bugs Bunny and the Three BearsMMChuck JonesTedd PierceRobert CannonBugs Bunny
The Three Bears
February 26, 1944 (1944-02-26)
Note: First appearance of The Three Bears.
4246I Got Plenty of MuttonLTFrank TashlinMelvin MillarIzzy EllisN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 11, 1944 (1944-03-11)
4257The Weakly ReporterMMChuck JonesMichael MalteseBen WashamN/A (one-shot cartoon)March 25, 1944 (1944-03-25)
4268Tick Tock TuckeredLTBob ClampettWarren FosterThomas McKimsonDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
April 8, 1944 (1944-04-08)
Note: Color remake of Porky's Badtime Story (1937).
4279Bugs Bunny Nips the NipsMMFriz FrelengTedd PierceGerry ChiniquyBugs BunnyApril 22, 1944 (1944-04-22)
Note: No longer shown on American television due to World War II ethnic stereotyping of Japanese people.
42810Swooner CroonerLTFrank TashlinWarren FosterGeorge CannataPorky PigMay 6, 1944 (1944-05-06)
Note: Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
42911Russian RhapsodyMMBob ClampettLou LillyRod ScribnerN/A (one-shot cartoon)May 20, 1944 (1944-05-20)
43012Duck Soup to NutsLTFriz FrelengTedd PierceRichard BickenbachDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
May 27, 1944 (1944-05-27)
43113Angel PussLTChuck JonesLou LillyKen HarrisN/A (one-shot cartoon)June 3, 1944 (1944-06-03)
Note: One of the Censored Eleven.
43214Slightly DaffyMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseVirgil RossDaffy Duck
Porky Pig
June 17, 1944 (1944-06-17)
Note: Color remake of Scalp Trouble (1939).
43315Hare Ribbin'MMBob ClampettLou LillyRobert McKimsonBugs BunnyJune 24, 1944 (1944-06-24)
43416Brother BratLTFrank TashlinMelvin MillarArthur DavisPorky PigJuly 15, 1944 (1944-07-15)
43517Hare ForceMMFriz FrelengTedd PierceManuel PerezBugs BunnyJuly 22, 1944 (1944-07-22)
43618From Hand to MouseLTChuck JonesMichael MalteseRay PatinN/A (one-shot cartoon)August 5, 1944 (1944-08-05)
43719Birdy and the BeastMMBob ClampettWarren FosterThomas McKimsonTweetyAugust 19, 1944 (1944-08-19)
43820Buckaroo BugsLTBob ClampettLou LillyManny GouldBugs BunnyAugust 26, 1944 (1944-08-26)
Note: Last cartoon produced by Leon Schlesinger.
43921Goldilocks and the Jivin' BearsMMFriz FrelengTedd PierceKen ChampinN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 2, 1944 (1944-09-02)

Notes:

44022Plane DaffyLTFrank TashlinWarren FosterCal DaltonDaffy DuckSeptember 16, 1944 (1944-09-16)
44123Lost and FoundlingMMChuck JonesTedd PierceBen WashamN/A (one-shot cartoon)September 30, 1944 (1944-09-30)
44224Booby HatchedLTFrank TashlinWarren FosterIzzy EllisN/A (one-shot cartoon)October 14, 1944 (1944-10-14)
44325The Old Grey HareMMBob ClampettMichael SasanoffRobert McKimsonBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
October 28, 1944 (1944-10-28)
44426The Stupid CupidLTFrank TashlinWarren FosterIzzy EllisDaffy Duck
Elmer Fudd
November 25, 1944 (1944-11-25)
44527Stage Door CartoonMMFriz FrelengMichael MalteseJack BradburyBugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
December 30, 1944 (1944-12-30)[39]

1945

[edit]
# Title Series Director(s) Story Animation Recurring Characters Release Date[40] Availability Notes
446 Odor-able Kitty LT Chuck Jones Tedd Pierce Robert Cannon,
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Pepé Le Pew January 6 (6-01)
447 Herr Meets Hare MM Friz Freleng Michael Maltese Gerry Chiniquy,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Bugs Bunny January 13 (13-01)
448 Draftee Daffy LT Bob Clampett Lou Lilly Rod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.),
Basil Davidovich (unc.),
A.C. Gamer (effects) (unc.)
Daffy Duck January 27 (27-01)
449 The Unruly Hare MM Frank Tashlin Melvin Millar Cal Dalton,
Art Davis (unc.),
I. Ellis (unc.)
Bugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
February 10 (10-02)
450 Trap Happy Porky LT Chuck Jones Tedd Pierce Ben Washam,
Ken Harris (unc.)
Porky Pig
Claude Cat
Hubie & Bertie
February 24 (24-02)
451 Life with Feathers MM Friz Freleng Tedd Pierce Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.)
Sylvester March 24 (24-03)
452 Behind the Meat-Ball LT Frank Tashlin (uncredited) Melvin Millar I. Ellis,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Cal Dalton (unc.),
Arthur Davis (unc.)
April 7 (7-04)
453 Hare Trigger MM Friz Freleng Michael Maltese Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny
Yosemite Sam
May 5 (5-05)
  • First appearance of Yosemite Sam.
  • First pairing of Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam.
454 Ain't That Ducky LT Friz Freleng Michael Maltese Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck May 19 (19-05)
455 A Gruesome Twosome MM Bob Clampett Warren Foster Robert McKimson,
Manny Gould,
Rod Scribner,
Basil Davidovich,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Tweety June 9 (9-06)
  • Last Tweety cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
  • Last Tweety cartoon before he is permanently paired with Sylvester.
  • Final appearance of Tweety without feathers.
456 Tale of Two Mice LT Frank Tashlin (uncredited) Warren Foster Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Babbit and Catstello (mice versions) June 30 (30-06)
  • Reissued as A Tale of Two Mice
457 Wagon Heels MM Bob Clampett Warren Foster I. Ellis,
Manny Gould,
C. Melendez,
Rod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Porky Pig July 28 (28-07)
  • Color remake of Injun Trouble (1938)
458 Hare Conditioned LT Chuck Jones Tedd Pierce Ben Washam,
Basil Davidovich,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Robert Cannon (unc.)
Bugs Bunny August 11 (11-08)
459 Fresh Airedale MM Chuck Jones Michael Maltese Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
August 25 (25-08)
460 The Bashful Buzzard MM Bob Clampett Michael Sasanoff Robert McKimson,
Manny Gould (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Beaky Buzzard September 5 (5-09)
  • Followup to 1942's Bugs Bunny Gets the Boid
461 Peck Up Your Troubles MM Friz Freleng Michael Maltese Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin,
Manuel Perez (unc.)
Sylvester October 20 (20-10)
462 Hare Tonic LT Chuck Jones Ted Pierce Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam,
Basil Davidovich
Bugs Bunny
Elmer Fudd
November 10 (10-11)
  • One of two cartoons with the special Bugs Bunny Looney Tunes drum ending.
463 Nasty Quacks MM Frank Tashlin (uncredited) Warren Foster Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
Richard Bickenbach
Daffy Duck
Melissa Duck
December 1 (1-12)

1946

[edit]
# Title Series Director Animator Characters Release date Availability Reissue release date Notes
464 Book Revue LT Robert Clampett Rod Scribner,
C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
Robert McKimson
Daffy Duck, Little Red Riding Hood, Big Bad Wolf Jan. 5, 1946
465 Baseball Bugs LT I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, The Tea Totallers, The Gashouse Gorillas Feb. 2, 1946
  • Second and final cartoon to feature the special Bugs Bunny drum ending.
466 Holiday for Shoestrings MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Shoemaker Jake, Elves Feb. 23, 1946 September 15, 1951
467 Quentin Quail MM Charles M. Jones Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Basil Davidovich,
Lloyd Vaughan
Quentin Quail, Baby Toots, Worm, Crow Mar. 2, 1946
468 Baby Bottleneck LT Robert Clampett Rod Scribner,
C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Narrator, Jimmy Durante Stork, Stork, Dog Inventor, Goose, Duck, Kangaroo, Scotty Dog, Baby Alligator, Baby Factory Worker, Mother Gorilla, Tweety Mar. 16, 1946
469 Hare Remover MM Frank Tashlin (uncredited) Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Rover, Bear Mar. 23, 1946
  • Last Warner Bros. cartoon directed by Frank Tashlin.
  • One of two Bugs Bunny cartoons directed by Frank Tashlin.
470 Daffy Doodles LT Robert McKimson Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Don Williams
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Judge, Jerry Colonna Jury Apr. 6, 1946 October 11, 1952
  • First cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
471 Hollywood Canine Canteen MM Robert McKimson Cal Dalton,
Don Williams,
Richard Bickenbach
Bing Crosby Dog, Colonna Dog, Costello Dog, Besser Dog, Servicedog, Sailor Apr. 20, 1946
472 Hush My Mouse LT Charles M. Jones Basil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Sniffles May 4, 1946
  • Final appearance of Sniffles (his only appearance in a Looney Tunes cartoon).
473 Hair-Raising Hare MM Charles M. Jones Basil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Gossamer, Peter Lorre Mad Scientist May 25, 1946
  • First appearance of Gossamer.
474 Kitty Kornered LT Robert Clampett Rod Scribner,
J.C. Melendez,
Manny Gould
Porky Pig, Sylvester Jun. 8, 1946
  • First cartoon to co-star Porky and Sylvester.
  • Only Sylvester cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
475 Hollywood Daffy MM Hawley Pratt (uncredited)[n 4] Virgil Ross,
Manuel Perez,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin
Daffy Duck, Studio Guard, Jack Benny, Jimmy Durante, Johnny Weissmuller, Bette Davis Jun. 22, 1946
476 Acrobatty Bunny LT Robert McKimson Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Arthur Davis,
Don Williams (unc.),
Anatole Kirsanoff (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Nero the Lion Jun. 29, 1946
  • First Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
477 The Eager Beaver MM Charles M. Jones Basil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Narrator (voiced by Frank Graham) Jul. 13, 1946
478 The Great Piggy Bank Robbery LT Robert Clampett Rod Scribner,
C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig (cameo) Jul. 20, 1946
  • Final Porky Pig and Daffy Duck cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
479 Bacall to Arms MM Robert Clampett (uncredited, planned),
Arthur Davis (uncredited, finished),
Friz Freleng (animation from She Was an Acrobat's Daughter, uncredited)
Rod Scribner,
Don Wiliams,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Bogey Gocart, Laurie Be-Cool, Mother in Law, Wolf, Fat Theater Patron, Henpecked Husband, Lion, Duckling, Rochester Soundalike, Newsreel Narrator Aug. 3, 1946
480 Of Thee I Sting LT I. Freleng Virgil Ross,
Manuel Perez,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin
Mosquitoes Aug. 17, 1946 January 12, 1952
481 Walky Talky Hawky MM Robert McKimson Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Don Williams,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard Dawg Aug. 31, 1946
482 Racketeer Rabbit LT I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Bugs Bunny, Rocky, Hugo Sep. 14, 1946
  • First appearance of Rocky.
483 Fair and Worm-er MM Charles M. Jones Basil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Worm, Crow, Cat, Dog, Dogcatcher, Dogcatcher's Wife, Mouse, Skunk, Narrator Sep. 28, 1946 October 22, 1955
484 The Big Snooze LT Robert Clampett (uncredited) Rod Scribner,
J.C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Hollywood Wolf Oct. 5, 1946
  • Last cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
485 The Mouse-Merized Cat MM Robert McKimson Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Arthur Davis,
Don Williams
Babbit and Catstello (mice versions) Oct. 19, 1946 November 26, 1955
486 Mouse Menace LT Arthur Davis Manny Gould,
Don Williams,
Cal Dalton,<b
Porky Pig Nov. 2, 1946
487 Rhapsody Rabbit MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, Mouse Nov. 9, 1946
488 Roughly Squeaking LT Charles M. Jones Basil Davidovich,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam
Claude Cat, Hubie and Bertie, Hector the Bulldog Nov. 23, 1946
  • Final appearance of Claude Cat before his official redesign in Mouse Wreckers (1949).

1947

[edit]

With the exceptions of A Pest in the House, Mexican Joyride and Catch as Cats Can, every non-Bugs Bunny cartoon released this year was ultimately reissued as a Blue Ribbon Merrie Melodies cartoon.

# Title Series Director Animator Characters Release date Availability Reissue release date Notes
489 One Meat Brawl MM Robert McKimson Cal Dalton,
Manny Gould,
Rod Scribner,
John Carey (unc.),
Arthur Davis (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Don Williams (unc.)
Porky Pig, Barnyard Dawg (called Mandrake), Grover Groundhog Jan. 18, 1947 July 10, 1954
490 The Goofy Gophers LT Bob Clampett (uncredited, planned)
Arthur Davis (uncredited, finished)
Manny Gould,
Don Williams,
Cal Dalton,
J.C. Melendez
Mac and Tosh (Goofy Gophers), Watchdog, Bugs Bunny (cameo) Jan. 25, 1947 July 23, 1955
491 The Gay Anties MM I. Freleng Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Ants, Couple Feb. 15, 1947
492 Scent-imental Over You LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Pepé Le Pew, Narrator, Chihuahua Mar. 8, 1947 December 26, 1953
  • Pepé's name is changed from Henry to Stinky.
493 A Hare Grows in Manhattan MM I. Freleng Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, Spike, Dogs, Lola Beverly Mar. 22, 1947[39]: 429 
494 Birth of a Notion LT Bob Clampett (planned, uncredited),
Robert McKimson (finished)
John Carey,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
Thomas McKimson
Daffy Duck, Leopold the Dog, Mad Scientist, Joe Besser Duck Apr. 12, 1947 November 7, 1953
495 Tweetie Pie MM Bob Clampett (planned)
I. Freleng (finished)
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Sylvester, Tweety, Owner May 3, 1947 June 25, 1955
  • First pairing of Sylvester and Tweety.
  • First time that Tweety has yellow feathers.
  • First Warner Bros. cartoon to win an Oscar.
  • First Tweety cartoon directed by Friz Freleng.
  • In this cartoon, Sylvester is called "Thomas".
496 Rabbit Transit LT I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Cecil Turtle May 10, 1947
497 Hobo Bobo MM Robert McKimson Rod Scribner,
Richard Bickenbach,
Izzy Ellis
Bobo the Elephant, Mynah Bird, Narrator, New Yorkers, Baby May 17, 1947 April 3, 1954
498 Along Came Daffy LT I. Freleng Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck, Two Starving Hermits Jun. 14, 1947 July 24, 1954
  • Followup to 1943's Wackiki Wabbit
  • Color remake of Daffy's Southern Exposure (1942)
499 Inki at the Circus MM Charles M. Jones Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Inki, Mynah Bird, Two Dogs Jun. 21, 1947 October 16, 1954
500 Easter Yeggs LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Richard Bickenbach,
I. Ellis,
Fred Abranz (unc.),
Anatolle Kirsanoff (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Easter Rabbit, Bratty Kid Jun. 28, 1947
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Starring Bugs Bunny!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs Bunny Classics: Special Collector's Edition
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny's Comedy Classics
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 3, Side 2: Bugs Bunny
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 4: Daffy Doodles
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 1: Bugs Bunny Classics
  • Blu-ray – Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume 3, disc 1
  • First Elmer Fudd cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
501 Crowing Pains LT Robert McKimson Manny Gould,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
I. Ellis
Foghorn Leghorn, Barnyard Dawg, Henery Hawk, Sylvester Jul. 12, 1947 April 23, 1955
  • First Sylvester cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
  • Only pairing of Foghorn Leghorn and Sylvester in the original shorts era.
502 A Pest in the House MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monror,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Basil Davidovich (unc.),
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd Aug. 2, 1947[39]: 429 
503 The Foxy Duckling MM Arthur Davis Manny Gould,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez
A. Fox, Duckling, Fish Aug. 23, 1947 November 6, 1954
504 House Hunting Mice LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris
Hubie and Bertie Sep. 6, 1947 April 2, 1955
505 Little Orphan Airedale LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Charlie Dog, Porky Pig, Rags McMutt Oct. 4, 1947 August 4, 1956
506 Doggone Cats MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
Bill Melendez,
Herman Cohen,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Sylvester, Wellington, Orange Cat Oct. 25, 1947
  • Reissued as Dog Gone Cats.
  • First Sylvester cartoon directed by Arthur Davis.
  • Cinecolor
507 Slick Hare MM I. Freleng Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, Gregory Peck, Frank Sinatra, Sidney Greenstreet, Carmen Miranda, Ray Milland Nov. 1, 1947
508 Mexican Joyride LT Arthur Davis Don Williams,
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez,
Herman Cohen
Daffy Duck, Bull, Burro Nov. 29, 1947
  • First of two cartoons directed by Arthur Davis.
509 Catch as Cats Can MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Herman Cohen,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Sylvester, Frankie Sinatra canary, Bing Crosby parrot Dec. 6, 1947
510 A Horse Fly Fleas LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould
John Carey,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
A. Flea Dec. 13, 1947
  • Cinecolor

1948

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# Title Series Director Animator Characters Release date Availability Reissue release date Notes
511 Gorilla My Dreams LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
John Carey
Bugs Bunny, Gruesome Gorilla, Mrs. Gruesome Gorilla, Tarzan, Gorillas Jan. 3, 1948
  • First appearance of Gruesome Gorilla.
512 Two Gophers from Texas MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Mac and Tosh (Goofy Gophers), The Dog Jan. 17, 1948 March 31, 1956
  • Cinecolor
513 A Feather in His Hare LT Charles M. Jones Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Bugs Bunny, Indian Feb. 7, 1948
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Starring Bugs Bunny!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs Bunny Classics: Special Collector's Edition
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 10: Politically Incorrect
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Here Comes Bugs
  • Chuck Jones' first Bugs Bunny cartoon to feature the modern design of Bugs.
514 What Makes Daffy Duck LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins,
Herman Cohen (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Fox Feb. 14, 1948
  • Cinecolor
  • The only Elmer Fudd short to be directed by Arthur Davis.
515 What's Brewin', Bruin? LT Charles M. Jones Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Three Bears Feb. 28, 1948[39]: 429 [44]: 182  August 20, 1955
516 Daffy Duck Slept Here MM Robert McKimson Manny Gould,
Charles McKimson,
I. Ellis,
Jean Blanchard (character design)
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Hotel Clerks, Manager, Elevator Boy, Bellboy Mar. 6, 1948
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring “Ain’t That Ducky”
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Just Plain Daffy
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 4: Daffy Doodles
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 3: Porky and the Pigs
  • DVD - Stars of Space Jam: Daffy Duck
  • DVD - Stars of Space Jam Collection Volume 1
  • Digital – Looney Tunes: Daffy Duck (paired with Drip-Along Daffy)
517 A Hick, a Slick, and a Chick MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins,
Herman Cohen (unc.)
Elmo the Mouse, Herman, Blackie, Daisy Lou Mar. 13, 1948
  • Cinecolor
518 Back Alley Oproar MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Tabby Singer Mar. 27, 1948
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Elmer Fudd Cartoon Festival Featuring "An Itch in Time"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Tweety and Sylvester
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Volume 1, Side 6, Friz Freleng
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Volume 6, Friz Freleng
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 9: A Looney Life
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 2, disc 4: Looney Tunes All-Stars: On Stage and Screen
  • DVD - Looney Tunes Spotlight Collection: Volume 2, Disc 2
  • Blu-ray – Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume 2, disc 1
  • Digital - Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd
  • DVD - Looney Tunes Musical Masterpieces
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
February 5, 1955
  • Color remake of Notes to You (1941)
  • First pairing of Elmer Fudd and Sylvester.
519 I Taw a Putty Tat MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness (unc.)
Sylvester, Tweety, Hector the Bulldog Apr. 2, 1948 February 25, 1956
  • The American and European Turner "dubbed" prints cut out all blackface scenes.
  • Cinecolor
  • Based on a similar plot to the 1943 black and white film Puss n' Booty
520 Rabbit Punch MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam
Bugs Bunny, the Crusher, Ring Announcer Apr. 10, 1948
  • First appearance of the Crusher.
521 Hop, Look and Listen LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Hippety Hopper, Sylvester, Hector the Bulldog Apr. 17, 1948 June 4, 1955
  • First appearance of Hippety Hopper.
522 Nothing But the Tooth MM Arthur Davis J.C. Melendez,
Don Williams,
John Carey,
Basil Davidovich
Porky Pig, Native American, Horse, Pony Express Package Man, Old Prospecto May 1, 1948
523 Buccaneer Bunny LT I. Freleng Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam, Polly Parrot May 8, 1948
524 Bone Sweet Bone MM Arthur Davis Don Williams,
Emery Hawkins
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez
Shep, Professor, Bulldog, Curator May 22, 1948 January 21, 1956
  • Cinecolor
525 Bugs Bunny Rides Again MM I. Freleng Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam Jun. 12, 1948
526 The Rattled Rooster LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Rooster, Worm, Rattlesnake Jun. 26, 1948 October 22, 1955
527 The Up-Standing Sitter LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould,
John Carey
Daffy Duck, Hector the Bulldog, I. Squeel Jul. 3, 1948
  • Cinecolor
  • Despite having been released in the 1947–1948 season, the cartoon uses 1948-1949 opening and closing sequences because the cartoon was originally released in Cinecolor.
528 The Shell Shocked Egg MM Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
John Carey
Clem, Mama Turtle, Tom, Dick, Harry Jul. 10, 1948 November 27, 1954
  • Last Merrie Melodies cartoon in the a.a.p. package.
529 Haredevil Hare LT Charles M. Jones Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Marvin the Martian, K-9 Jul. 24, 1948
  • First appearance of Marvin the Martian.
  • Last cartoon in the a.a.p. package to be produced.
530 You Were Never Duckier MM Charles M. Jones Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan
Daffy Duck, Henery Hawk, Rooster, George K. Chickenhawk Aug. 7, 1948
  • VHS - Warner Bros. Cartoon Cavalcade: Daffy Duck's Madcap Mania
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 12: Porky and Daffy
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 5, disc 1: Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck
  • Digital - Looney Tunes: Daffy Duck (paired with The Stupor Salesman)
  • Streaming - Boomerang App
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
February 26, 1955
  • First post-1948 package cartoon to be released
531 Dough Ray Me-ow MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Louie the Parrot, Heathcliff, Dog Aug. 14, 1948
  • Cinecolor
532 Hot Cross Bunny MM Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Anatolle Kirsanoff (unc.),
Fred Abranz (unc.),
Izzy Ellis (unc.),
John Carey (unc.)
Bugs Bunny Aug. 21, 1948 November 21, 1959
533 The Pest That Came to Dinner LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
John Carey
Porky Pig, Pierre the Termite, I.M.A. Sureshot Sep. 11, 1948 December 7, 1957[46]
534 Hare Splitter MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Bugs Bunny, Casbah Rabbit, Daisy Lou Sep. 25, 1948 September 7, 1957
535 Odor of the Day LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Pepé Le Pew, Wellington Oct. 2, 1948
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show Volume 5
  • VHS - Warner Bros. Cartoons Golden Jubilee 24 Karat Collection: Pepe Le Pew's Skunk Tales
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Classic Collection (WHSmith Exclusive Video) (United Kingdom only)
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 14: Cartoon Superstars
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Super Stars' Pepe Le Pew: Zee Best of Zee Best
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • Cinecolor
  • First Pepé Le Pew short to not be directed by Chuck Jones.
536 The Foghorn Leghorn MM Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
Phil DeLara,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard Dawg Oct. 9, 1948 December 24, 1955
537 A-Lad-In His Lamp LT Robert McKimson Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould,
John Carey,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Caliph Hassan Pheffer, Smokey the Genie Oct. 23, 1948
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show Volume 7 (U.K.)
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Special Bumper Collection Volume 1 (U.K.)
  • VHS - Warner Bros. Cartoon Cavalcade: Bugs Bunny's Hare-Raising Tales
  • Laserdisc - Wince Upon a Time: Foolhardy Fairy Tales and Looney Legends
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition - Volume 4: Daffy Doodles
538 Daffy Dilly MM Charles M. Jones Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Daffy Duck, J.P. Cubish, Reporter, Butler Oct. 30, 1948 August 18, 1956
539 Kit for Cat LT I. Freleng Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Elmer Fudd, Sylvester Nov. 6, 1948 April 21, 1956
540 The Stupor Salesman LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Daffy Duck, Slug McSlug Nov. 20, 1948
541 Riff Raffy Daffy LT Arthur Davis Don Williams,
Emery Hawkins,
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig Nov. 27, 1948
  • Cinecolor
  • The only Arthur Davis cartoon to pair Daffy and Porky.
542 My Bunny Lies over the Sea MM Charles M. Jones Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Angus MacRory Dec. 4, 1948
  • Laserdisc - Bugs Bunny: Winner by a Hare: 14 of Bugs Bunny's Best
  • VHS - Authentic and Original Warner Bros. Looney Tunes Cartoons: Bugs Bunny's Hare-Brained Hits
  • VHS - From Hare to Eternity
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Presents: Bugs Bunny - Big Top Bunny
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 2: Running Amuck
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 1, disc 1, starring Bugs Bunny
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
February 21, 1959[47]
543 Scaredy Cat MM Charles M. Jones Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Porky Pig, Sylvester Dec. 18, 1948
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show Volume 3
  • VHS - Porky Pig
  • Laserdisc - Looney Tunes After Dark: Ghoul, Ghost and Goblin Cartoon Classics
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Special Bumper Collection Volume 4
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 2: "Running Amuck"
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 1, disc 2, starring Daffy Duck and Porky Pig
  • DVD - Saturday Morning Cartoons: 1960s Volume 2, Disc 1, first cartoon in The Porky Pig Show episode 3
  • Blu-ray, DVD – Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume 1, disc 1
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
June 2, 1956
  • First use of Sylvester's name.
  • First appearance of Sylvester in a Chuck Jones cartoon.

1949

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# Title Series Director Animator Characters Release date Availability Reissue release date Notes
544 Wise Quackers LT I. Freleng Manuel Perez,
Pete Burness,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd Jan. 1, 1949 October 25, 1958
545 Hare Do MM I. Freleng Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd Jan. 15, 1949
  • Laserdisc - Bugs Bunny: Winner by a Hare: 14 of Bugs Bunny's Best
  • VHS - Carrotblanca
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 9: A Looney Life
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 1: Bugs Bunny Classics
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
546 Holiday for Drumsticks MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Daffy Duck, Tom Turk, Ma, Pa, Hillbilly Neighbor Jan. 22, 1949
  • Cinecolor
547 Awful Orphan MM Charles M. Jones Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Charlie Dog, Porky Pig Jan. 29, 1949 July 12, 1958
548 Porky Chops LT Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Porky Pig, Squirrel, Bear Feb. 12, 1949
549 Mississippi Hare LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Colonel Shuffle, Southern Gentleman, Purser Feb. 26, 1949 February 15, 1958
550 Paying the Piper LT Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Porky Pig, the Supreme Cat, Mayor Mar. 12, 1949 October 20, 1956
551 Daffy Duck Hunt LT Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles,
McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Barnyard Dawg Mar. 26, 1949 November 17, 1956
552 Rebel Rabbit MM Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Postal Employee, Game Commissioner, Guard, Southern Senator Apr. 9, 1949 August 9, 1958
553 Mouse Wreckers LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Hubie and Bertie, Claude Cat Apr. 23, 1949 March 9, 1957
  • First cartoon featuring Claude Cat's redesign.
  • Nominated for an Academy Award in 1949.
554 High Diving Hare LT I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam Apr. 30, 1949 July 25, 1959
555 The Bee-Deviled Bruin MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
The Three Bears May 14, 1949 July 11, 1959
556 Curtain Razor LT I. Freleng Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Porky Pig May 21, 1949
557 Bowery Bugs MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Bugs Bunny, Steve Brody Jun. 4, 1949 September 16, 1958
  • Only Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Arthur Davis.
558 Mouse Mazurka MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Sylvester, Mouse, Narrator Jun. 11, 1949
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show Volume 10
  • Laserdisc - Longitude and Looneytude: Globetrotting Looney Tunes Favorites
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 5: Musical Masterpieces
  • DVD/Blu-ray – Looney Tunes Mouse Chronicles: The Chuck Jones Collection Disc II, starring Hubie and Bertie (special feature, More Mice)
September 15, 1956
559 Long-Haired Hare LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Giovanni Jones Jun. 25, 1949
560 Henhouse Henery LT Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard Dawg Jul. 2, 1949 December 1, 1956
561 Knights Must Fall MM I. Freleng Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny, Sir Pantsalot of Dropseat Manor Jul. 16, 1949 Between 1959 and 1960
October 28, 1967
562 Bad Ol' Putty Tat MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Sylvester, Tweety Jul. 23, 1949 June 29, 1957
563 The Grey Hounded Hare LT Robert McKimson John Carey,
Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Gnawbone - #7 Dog Aug. 6, 1949 October 28, 1961[48]
564 Often an Orphan MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Charlie Dog, Porky Pig, Charlie Dog's Master Aug. 13, 1949 October 3, 1959[49]
565 The Windblown Hare LT Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Three Little Pigs, Big Bad Wolf, Proto-Granny Aug. 27, 1949
  • Laserdisc - Wince Upon A Time: Foolhardy Fairy Tales and Looney Legends
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Vol. 4: Daffy Doodles
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 3: Porky and the Pigs
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
566 Dough for the Do-Do MM I. Freleng (uncredited) Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Porky Pig, Yoyo Dodo Sep. 3, 1949
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show Volume 6
  • VHS - Warner Bros. Cartoons Golden Jubilee 24 Karat Collection: Porky Pig's Screwball Comedies
  • Laserdisc - Longitude and Looneytude: Globetrotting Looney Tunes Favorites
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Presents Taz's Jungle Jams
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 1, disc 2, starring Daffy Duck and Porky Pig
April 6, 1957
  • Color remake of Porky in Wackyland (1938)
  • Final Warner Bros. short to be produced in Cinecolor.
567 Fast and Furry-ous LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Abe Levitow,
Al Pabian (assistant animation),
Paul Marron (animation checking),
Auril Thompson (ink and paint special effects),
Jan Cornell (ink and paint),
Peggy Drumm (ink and paint),
Shirley Thomas (ink and paint),
Wilma Guenot (ink and paint),
Pernella Butler (ink and paint),
Raynell Day (ink and paint),
Peggy Matz (ink and paint)
Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner Sep. 17, 1949
568 Each Dawn I Crow MM I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Elmer Fudd, Mystery Voice, John Rooster Sep. 24, 1949
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show - Volume 15 (U.K.)
  • VHS - Elmer Fudd (U.K.)
  • VHS - Authentic and Original Warner Bros. Looney Tunes Cartoons: Elmer Fudd's School of Hard Knocks
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Special Bumper Collection: Volume 3
  • DVD – Each Dawn I Die
  • Blu-ray - Looney Tunes Collector's Vault: Volume 1
  • Digital - Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd
June 15, 1957
569 Frigid Hare MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Playboy Penguin, Eskimo Oct. 8, 1949
570 Swallow the Leader LT Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
The Supreme Cat, Narrator Oct. 15, 1949 January 19, 1957
571 Bye, Bye Bluebeard MM Arthur Davis Basil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Porky Pig, Mouse, Bluebeard Oct. 22, 1949 May 19, 1962
572 For Scent-imental Reasons LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Pepé Le Pew, Penelope Pussycat Nov. 12, 1949 February 2, 1957
573 Hippety Hopper MM Robert McKimson Phil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
Hippety Hopper, Sylvester, Bulldog, Mouse Nov. 19, 1949 August 24, 1957
  • First short in which Hippety Hopper is named.
574 Which Is Witch LT I. Freleng Gerry Chiniquy,
Virgil Ross,
Arthur Davis,
Ken Champin,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Witch Doctor I.C. Spots Dec. 3, 1949 N/A
575 Bear Feat LT Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
The Three Bears, Narrator, Bugs Bunny (cameo) Dec. 10, 1949 May 18, 1957
576 Rabbit Hood MM Charles M. Jones Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, the Sheriff of Nottingham, Little John, Robin Hood Dec. 24, 1949 March 17, 1962
577 A Ham in a Role LT Arthur Davis (planned, uncredited)
Robert McKimson (finished)
Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Mac and Tosh (Goofy Gophers), the Dog, Director Dec. 31, 1949[39]: 430 [44]: 204  August 27, 1960 Some sources list the release date as Dec. 31, 1949.[50]: 246 

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Notes

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j Uncredited
  2. ^ Planned by Tex Avery but was uncredited.[5][6]
  3. ^ Both credited as "The Staff"
  4. ^ Friz Freleng was originally intended to direct the short, but refused to work on it as he was unsatisfied with the story. Though no director was officially credited, Hawley Pratt, Freleng's layout artist, would direct the short in his place.[41][42]

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