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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

#TitleRelease dateDirectorAnimatorsRecurring CharactersSeriesAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
271Porky's Last StandJan. 6, 1940Bob ClampettI.EllisDaffy Duck, Porky PigLT
272The Early Worm Gets the BirdJan. 13, 1940Tex AveryRobert CannonMMOct. 2, 1943
Nov. 29, 1952
273Africa SqueaksJan. 27, 1940Bob ClampettJohn Carey, Dave HoffmanPorky PigLT
274Mighty HuntersJan. 27, 1940Chuck JonesKen HarrisMMJun. 13, 1953
275Busy BakersFeb. 10, 1940Ben Hardaway
Cal Dalton
Richard BickenbachMMOct. 20, 1945
  • Final cartoon directed by Ben Hardaway and Cal Dalton.
276Ali-Baba BoundFeb. 10, 1940[1]: 424 Bob ClampettVive RistoPorky PigLT
277Elmer's Candid CameraMar. 2, 1940Chuck JonesBob McKimsonElmer Fudd, Prototype-Bugs BunnyMM
  • As "Bugs Bunny", according to the copyright synopsis for this cartoon, but he wasn't officially named "Bugs" yet.[2]
  • First appearance of Arthur Q. Bryan as the new voice actor for Elmer Fudd. And also, the first where Elmer Fudd is given his new redesign.[3]
278Pilgrim PorkyMar. 16, 1940Bob ClampettNorman McCabePorky PigLT
279Cross Country DetoursMar. 16, 1940Tex AveryPaul SmithMMJan. 15, 1944
  • The Blue Ribbon reissue cuts part of the opening narration, as the narration plays over the titles. Since 2022, the original titles have been restored, with the full narration intact.
280Confederate HoneyMar. 30, 1940Friz FrelengCal DaltonElmer FuddMM
  • The Turner "dubbed" versions of this short are censored.
  • First Warner Bros. cartoon with the finalized shield logo animation and "That's all Folks!" script, still used today.
281 The Bear's TaleApr. 13, 1940Tex AveryRod ScribnerMMMar. 11, 1944
282Slap-Happy PappyApr. 13, 1940Bob ClampettJohn Carey, I.EllisPorky PigLT
283Porky's Poor FishApr. 27, 1940Bob ClampettDavid HoffmanPorky PigLT
284 The Hardship of Miles StandishApr. 27, 1940Friz FrelengGil TurnerElmer Fudd (as John Alden), Miles Standish, PriscillaMM
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Elmer Fudd Cartoon Festival Featuring "An Itch in Time"
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Volume 2
285Sniffles Takes a TripMay 11, 1940[1]: 425 Chuck JonesPhilip MonroeSnifflesMMAug. 1, 1953
286You Ought to Be in PicturesMay 18, 1940Friz FrelengHerman CohenDaffy Duck, Porky PigLT
  • First cartoon to be directed by Friz Freleng's following his return from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
  • First Daffy Duck cartoon to be directed by Friz Freleng.
287 A Gander at Mother GooseMay 25, 1940Tex AveryCharles McKimsonMM
288Tom Thumb in TroubleJun. 8, 1940Chuck JonesRobert CannonMMSep. 24, 1949
289The Chewin' BruinJun. 8, 1940Bob ClampettNorman McCabe, Vive RistoPorky PigLT
290Circus TodayJun. 22, 1940Tex AverySid SutherlandMMMay 22, 1948
291Little BlabbermouseJul. 6, 1940Friz FrelengRichard BickenbachLittle Blabbermouse, W.C. FieldmouseMMJun. 12, 1948
  • First appearance of Little Blabbermouse.
292Porky's Baseball BroadcastJul. 6, 1940Friz FrelengCal DaltonPorky PigLT
293The Egg CollectorJul. 20, 1940Chuck JonesRudy LarrivaSniffles, BookwormMMJul. 16, 1949
294A Wild HareJul. 27, 1940Tex AveryVirgil RossBugs Bunny, Elmer FuddMMJun. 17, 1944
295Ghost WantedAug. 10, 1940Chuck JonesBob McKimsonMM
296Patient PorkyAug. 24, 1940Bob ClampettNorman McCabePorky PigLT
297Ceiling HeroAug. 24, 1940Tex AveryRod ScribnerMM
298Malibu Beach PartySep. 14, 1940Friz FrelengGil TurnerMM
299Calling Dr. PorkySep. 21, 1940Friz FrelengHerman CohenPorky PigLT
300Stage FrightSep. 28, 1940Chuck JonesKen HarrisThe Two Curious PuppiesMMJun. 23, 1951
301Prehistoric PorkyOct. 12, 1940Bob ClampettJohn CareyPorky PigLT
302Holiday HighlightsOct. 12, 1940Tex AveryCharles McKimsonMM
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Volume 3
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, Volume 8 - Tex-Book Looney
  • DVD – Bugs Bunny's Cupid Capers (unrestored)
303Good Night, ElmerOct. 26, 1940Chuck JonesPhilip MonroeElmer FuddMM
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars - Elmer!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs! and Elmer!
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Volume 2
  • Digital: Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • This short has a special opening rendition of the "Merrily We Roll Along" theme.
304 The Sour PussNov. 2, 1940Bob ClampettVive Risto, Dave HoffmanPorky PigLT
305Wacky WildlifeNov. 9, 1940Tex AveryVirgil RossMMAug. 29, 1953
306Bedtime for SnifflesNov. 23, 1940Chuck JonesRobert CannonSnifflesMMJan. 1, 1949
307Porky's Hired HandNov. 30, 1940Friz FrelengRichard BickenbachPorky PigLT
308Of Fox and HoundsDec. 7, 1940Tex AveryCharles McKimsonWilloughby, George the FoxMMMay 13, 1944
Feb. 6, 1954
309 The Timid ToreadorDec. 21, 1940Bob Clampett
Norman McCabe
I.EllisPorky PigLT
  • Laserdisc - Longitude and Looneytude: Globetrotting Looney Tunes Favorites
  • DVD – Porky Pig 101 (remastered)
  • First cartoon directed by Norman McCabe.
310Shop Look & ListenDec. 21, 1940Friz FrelengCal DaltonLittle Blabbermouse, W.C. FieldmouseMM
  • Final appearance of Little Blabbermouse.

1941

#TitleRelease dateDirectorAnimatorsRecurring CharactersSeriesAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
311Elmer's Pet RabbitJan. 4, 1941Charles M. JonesRudy LarrivaBugs Bunny, Elmer FuddMM
  • First (official) Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Chuck Jones.
  • First cartoon in which Bugs is given his name.
312Porky's Snooze ReelJan. 11, 1941Bob Clampett
Norman McCabe
John CareyPorky PigLT
313The Fighting 69½thJan. 18, 1941Friz FrelengGil TurnerMMDec. 4, 1943
Jul. 11, 1953
314Sniffles Bells the CatFeb. 1, 1941Chuck JonesKen HarrisSnifflesMMSep. 20, 1947
315The Haunted MouseFeb. 15, 1941Tex AverySid SutherlandLT
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, Volume 8 - Tex-Book Looney
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • Public Domain
316The Crackpot QuailFeb. 15, 1941Tex AveryRobert McKimsonWilloughbyMM
317The Cat's TaleMar. 1, 1941Friz FrelengHerman CohenMM
  • This cartoon has a special ending cue.
318Joe Glow, the FireflyMar. 8, 1941Chuck JonesPhilip MonroeLT
  • This short has a special opening rendition of "The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down" theme.
319Tortoise Beats HareMar. 15, 1941Tex AveryCharles McKimsonBugs Bunny, Cecil TurtleMM
320Porky's Bear FactsMar. 29, 1941Friz FrelengManuel PerezPorky PigLT
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, Volume 12 - Porky and Daffy
  • DVD – Porky Pig 101 (remastered)
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
321Goofy GroceriesMar. 29, 1941Bob ClampettVive RistoMM
322Toy TroubleApr. 12, 1941Chuck JonesRobert CannonSniffles, BookwormMMDec. 31, 1949
323Porky's PreviewApr. 19, 1941Tex AveryVirgil RossPorky PigLT
  • Final Porky Pig cartoon directed by Tex Avery.
324The Trial of Mr. WolfApr. 26, 1941Friz FrelengRichard BickenbachMMFeb. 9, 1946
Dec. 25, 1954
325Porky's AntLTChuck JonesRudy LarrivaPorky PigMay 10, 1941
326Farm FrolicsMay 10, 1941Bob ClampettJohn Carey, I.EllisMMOct. 15, 1949
  • Public Domain
327Hollywood Steps OutMay 24, 1941Tex AveryRod ScribnerMMOct. 2, 1948
328A Coy DecoyJun. 7, 1941Bob ClampettNorman McCabeDaffy Duck, Porky PigLT
329Hiawatha's Rabbit HuntJun. 7, 1941Friz FrelengGil TurnerBugs BunnyMMFeb. 12, 1944
  • First Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Friz Freleng.
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
330Porky's Prize PonyJun. 21, 1941Chuck JonesKen HarrisPorky PigLT
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, Volume 12 - Porky and Daffy
  • DVD – Porky Pig 101 (remastered)
331The Wacky WormJun. 21, 1941Friz FrelengCal DaltonWacky WormMM
332Meet John DoughboyJul. 5, 1941Bob ClampettVive RistoPorky PigLT
  • Public Domain
333The Heckling HareJul. 5, 1941Tex AveryRobert McKimsonBugs Bunny, WilloughbyMM
  • First cartoon to feature Bugs Bunny lying on top of the Warner Bros. shield logo during the opening sequence.
334Inki and the LionJul. 19, 1941Chuck JonesPhilip MonroeInki, Mynah Bird, LionMM
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids: Little Tweety and Little Inki Cartoon Festerval Featuring "I Taw a Putty Tat"
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Volume 3
May 20, 1950
  • First cartoon which Inki is given his name.
335Aviation VacationAug. 2, 1941Tex AverySid SutherlandMM
336We, the Animals Squeak!Aug. 9, 1941Bob ClampettI.EllisPorky PigLT
337Sport ChumpionsAug. 16, 1941Friz FrelengGerry ChiniquyMM
338The Henpecked DuckLTBob ClampettJohn CareyDaffy Duck, Porky PigAug. 30, 1941
  • Final cartoon to use the "Porky in a Drum" opening.
339Snowtime for ComedyAug. 30, 1941Chuck JonesRobert CannonThe Two Curious PuppiesMMApr. 12, 1952
340All This and Rabbit StewSep. 13, 1941[4]: 102 Tex Avery (uncredited)Virgil RossBugs BunnyMM
  • N/A
  • One of the Censored Eleven, and the only one to star Bugs Bunny.
  • Final Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Tex Avery.
341Notes to YouSep. 20, 1941Friz FrelengManuel PerezPorky PigLT
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, Volume 5 - Musical Masterpieces
  • DVD – Porky Pig 101 (remastered)
342The Brave Little BatSep. 27, 1941Chuck JonesRudy LarrivaSnifflesMMMar. 15, 1952
  • Final Sniffles cartoon with the Disney-esque cutesy direction and slow-pacing.
343Bug ParadeMMTex Avery (uncredited)Rod ScribnerOct. 11, 1941Jul. 12, 1952
  • Final cartoon by Tex Avery that he completed.
344Robinson Crusoe, Jr.Oct. 25, 1941Norman McCabeVive RistoPorky Pig,LT
345Rookie RevueOct. 25, 1941Friz FrelengRichard BickenbachMM
346Saddle SillyNov. 8, 1941Chuck Jones Philip DeLaraMM
347Porky's Midnight MatineeNov. 22, 1941Chuck JonesRobert CannonPorky PigLT
348The Cagey CanaryNov. 22, 1941Tex Avery (co-director)Robert McKimsonMMOctober 11, 1947
349Rhapsody in RivetsDec. 6, 1941Friz FrelengGil TurnerMMAug. 16, 1947
Sept. 11, 1954
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
350Wabbit TwoubleMMTex Avery (Planned, uncredited),[5][6] Robert Clampett (credited as Wobert Cwampett)Sid Sutherland (credited as Sid Sutherwand)Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddDec. 20, 1941
  • First use of the 'fat' Elmer design for Elmer Fudd (based on voice actor Arthur Q. Bryan's own physique) in an attempt to make him funnier.
  • First Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
351Porky's PoochDec. 27, 1941Bob ClampettI.EllisPorky PigLT
  • According to Chuck Jones this dog in this, cartoon originally named Rover, is actually an early prototype of Charlie Dog.[7]

1942

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.

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotesVideo if in the public domain
352Hop, Skip and a ChumpMMI. FrelengCal DaltonHopalong Casserole, Stan Laurel Crow, Oliver Hardy CrowJan. 3, 1942March 5, 1949
  • Reissued as Hop Skip and a Chump
353Porky's Pastry PiratesLTI. FrelengGerald Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Porky Pig, Jimmy Cagney Bee, FlyJan. 17, 1942
354The Bird Came C.O.D.MMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Conrad the CatJan. 17, 1942
  • First appearance of Conrad the Cat
355Aloha HooeyMMFred Avery (co-director)Virgil RossLeilani, Sammy Seagull, Cecil CrowJan. 31, 1942[8]: 17 
356Who's Who in the ZooLTNorman McCabeJohn CareyPorky Pig, Zoo AnimalsFeb. 14, 1942
357Porky's CafeLTCharles M. JonesRudolph Larriva,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.)
Porky Pig, Conrad the CatFeb. 21, 1942
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, volume 12 - Porky and Daffy
  • DVD – Porky Pig 101 disc 5
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
358Conrad the SailorMMCharles M. JonesBen WashamDaffy Duck, Conrad the CatFeb. 28, 1942
359Crazy CruiseMMFred Avery (co-director)Rod ScribnerBugs Bunny (cameo)Mar. 14, 1942
360The Wabbit Who Came to SupperMMI. FrelengRichard BickenbachBugs Bunny, Elmer FuddMar. 28, 1942
  • Features the 'fat' Elmer.
361Saps in ChapsLTI. FrelengManuel PerezCowboys, Vulture, Traveler, Cat, Villain, Horse, Cactus Pete, NarratorApr. 11, 1942
  • N/A
Saps in Chaps
362Horton Hatches the EggMMRobert ClampettRobert McKimson,
Izzy Ellis,
Thomas McKimson,
Phil Monroe,
Virgil Ross,
Rod Scribner,
Cornett Woods
Narrator, Horton, Mayzie, Peter Lorre Fish, Baby, Mouse, HuntersApr. 11, 1942
363Dog TiredMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.)
The Two Curious PuppiesApr. 25, 1942
  • Final appearance of The Two Curious Puppies
364Daffy's Southern ExposureLTNorman McCabeVive Risto,
/Cal Dalton (unc.)
Daffy DuckMay 2, 1942
365The Wacky WabbitMMRobert ClampettSid Sutherland,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddMay 2, 1942
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Elmer!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs! and Elmer!
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 2, Side 5: Bob Clampett
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 7: Welcome To Wackyland
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 5, disc 3: Putting a Bob Clampett on It
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • Features the 'fat' Elmer
  • This short, along with "Peck Up Your Troubles", has a special 1941-55 Merrie Melodies ending cue.
366The Draft HorseMMCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Bob Givens (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
The Draft HorseMay 9, 1942
367Lights FantasticMMI. FrelengGil TurnerEye Test Announcer, Singing Clown, Bus Driver, Man With Cold, VocalistsMay 23, 1942
368Nutty NewsLTRobert ClampettVirgil Ross,
Vive Risto (unc.)
Elmer Fudd (Voice Only)May 23, 1942
  • Digital: Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd
369Hold the Lion, PleaseMMCharles M. JonesKen HarrisBugs Bunny, Monkey, Giraffe, Mrs. Bugs Bunny, Hippo, Leo the LionJun. 6, 1942[1]: 426 [8]: 163 
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny on Parade
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 2, side 2: Early Wabbits
  • VHS -Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Bugs Bunny Cartoon Festival Featuring "Hold the Lion, Please"
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition, Vol. 11: Wabbit Tales
  • Blu-ray/Digital - Looney Tunes: Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection, Disc 1
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • The intro did not feature Bugs lying on top the WB shield.
  • Bugs became shorter in this cartoon. Chuck Jones would continue to use this version of Bugs until A Feather in His Hare.
370Hobby Horse-LaffsLTNorman McCabeCal DaltonNarrator, Orville Scudder, Prentiss Slemp, Herbert Strongfort, Professor Blooper, Samson McDivitt, Julius Digby, Annoying Newspaper Readers, Herman Dibble, Chuck Negiggleswig, BartsJun. 6, 1942
371Gopher GoofyLTNorman McCabeI. EllisFarmer, GophersJun. 27, 1942
372Double ChaserMMI. FrelengGerry ChiniquyHector the Bulldog, Cat, MouseJun. 27, 1942March 25, 1950
373Bugs Bunny Gets the BoidMMRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Robert McKimson,
Virgil Ross,
Sid Sutherland
Bugs Bunny, Beaky Buzzard, Mama BuzzardJul. 11, 1942
374Wacky BlackoutLTRobert ClampettSid Sutherland,
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Narrator, Farmer, Spitz, Cow, Calf, Mother Bird, Baby Bird, Woodpecker, Tom Cat, Vocalists, Fireflies, Caterpillars, Telegram Messenger, Turtles, Turkey, Carrier PigeonsJul. 11, 1942
375Foney FablesMMI. FrelengRichard BickenbachNarrator, Prince, Tom Thumb, Giant, Goose, Baby, Grasshopper, Ant, Aladdin, Boy Who Cried Wolf, Dog, Mother, WolfAug. 1, 1942
Foney Fables
376The DucktatorsLTNorman McCabeJohn CareyHitler Duck, Hirohito Duck, Dove of Peace, Jerry Colonna Rabbit, Mussolini Goose, Tojo Duck, Father TimeAug. 1, 1942
377The Squawkin' HawkMMCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Ken Harris (unc.),
Rudy Larriva (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Henery HawkAug. 8, 1942
  • First appearance of Henery Hawk, known in this cartoon as "Junior".
378Fresh HareMMI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Phil Monroe,
Richard Bickenbach,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Gil Turner
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddAug. 22, 1942
379Eatin' on the Cuff or The Moth Who Came to DinnerLTRobert ClampettVirgil Ross,
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Piano-Playing Narrator (played by Leo White), Moth, Honey Bee, Black Widow SpiderAug. 22, 1942
380Fox PopMMCharles M. JonesPhil DeLara,
Robert Canon (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.),
Rudy Larriva (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
FoxSep. 5, 1942
Fox Pop
381The Impatient PatientLTNorman McCabeVive RistoDaffy Duck, Dr. JerkylSep. 5, 1942
  • VHS - Daffy Duck: Tales from the Duckside (colorized)
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • Final cartoon to use the "Porky on the Fence" opening.
  • Final cartoon to use the 1939-42 Porky in a drum outro.
382The Dover Boys at Pimento University or The Rivals of Roquefort HallMMCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
The Dover Boys, Dora Stanpipe, Dan BackslideSep. 19, 1942[1]: 427 
  • Also known by the shortened title The Dover Boys.
383The Hep CatLTRobert ClampettBob McKimsonHep Cat, Rosebud the Dog, BirdOct. 3, 1942November 12, 1949
  • First color Looney Tunes short.
384The Sheepish WolfMMI. FrelengKen ChampinSheepdog, Wolf, Black Sheep, WolvesOct. 17, 1942March 4, 1950
385The Daffy DuckarooLTNorman McCabeCal Dalton,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Daisy June, Little BeaverOct. 24, 1942
  • N/A
386The Hare-Brained HypnotistMMI. FrelengPhilip MonroeBugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, BearOct. 31, 1942
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Elmer!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs! and Elmer!
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny's Comedy Classics
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 4, Side 1: Bugs Bunny
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 14: Cartoon Superstars
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 2, disc 1: Bugs Bunny Masterpieces
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
387A Tale of Two KittiesMMRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Rev Chaney (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.),
Sidney Sutherland (unc.)
Babbit and Catstello, TweetyNov. 21, 1942July 31, 1948
388Ding Dog DaddyMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.)
Female Dog, Love Bird, Goofy Dog, BulldogDec. 5, 1942
389My Favorite DuckLTCharles M. JonesRudy LarrivaDaffy Duck, Porky Pig, Baby Eagle, Father EagleDec. 5, 1942
  • In color
  • First Porky and Daffy short in 3-hue Technicolor.
390Case of the Missing HareMMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Robert Cannon,
Rudy Larriva,
Ben Washam,
Alex Ignatiev (assistant animation),
Roger Daley (assistant animation),
Al Pabian (assistant animation),
Betty Brenon (ink and paint),
Raynell Day (ink and paint),
Gladys Hallberg (ink and paint),
Charlotte Huffine (ink and paint),
Peggy Matz (ink and paint),
Martha Sigall (ink and paint),
Dixie Smith (ink and paint),
Auril Thompson (ink and paint)
Bugs Bunny, Ala BahmaDec. 12, 1942

1943

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.

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotesVideo if in the public domain
391Coal Black and de Sebben DwarfsMMRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Thomas McKimson (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.)
So White, Prince Chawmin', Dwarves, Queen, MammyJan. 16, 1943
  • N/A
392Confusions of a Nutzy SpyLTNorman McCabeI. Ellis,
Art Davis (unc.),
Cal Dalton (unc.),
John Carey (unc.),
Vive Risto (unc.)
Porky Pig, Eggbert, Missing LynxJan. 23, 1943
  • Final Porky Pig short to be directed by Norman McCabe.
393Pigs in a PolkaMMI. FrelengKen ChampinThe Big Bad Wolf, The Three Little PigsFeb. 2, 1943[4]: 137 [9]August 14, 1948
394Tortoise Wins by a HareMMRobert ClampettBob McKimson,
Manny Gould (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Cecil Turtle, Mrs. TurtleFeb. 20, 1943
395To Duck or Not to DuckLTCharles M. JonesRobert CannonDaffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Laramore, Ducky WheezeMar. 6, 1943
  • In color
  • First cartoon to pair Daffy and Elmer
396The Fifth-Column MouseMMI. FrelengRichard Bickenbach,
Ken Champin,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Phil Monroe,
Manuel Perez
Mice, Hitler CatMar. 6, 1943April 22, 1950
  • Reissued as Fifth Column Mouse
397Flop Goes the WeaselMMCharles M. JonesKen HarrisBlack Baby Chicken, Weasel, Mammy HenMar. 20, 1943May 21, 1949
398Hop and GoLTNorman McCabeCal Dalton,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Claude Hopper, Scottish RabbitsMar. 27, 1943
399Super-RabbitMMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Robert Cannon,
Ben Washam,
Rudy Larriva
Bugs Bunny, Professor Canafrazz, Cottontail SmithApr. 3, 1943
400

The Unbearable Bear

MMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Ben Washam,
Robert Cannon
Sniffles, Fox Burglar, Henry Bear, Mrs. BearApr. 17, 1943December 9, 1950
401The Wise Quacking DuckLTRobert ClampettPhil Monroe,
Virgil Ross (unc.), Art Babbitt (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Sidney Sutherland (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Mr. MeekMay 1, 1943
  • In color
402Greetings BaitMMI. FrelengManuel PerezWacky Worm, Jerry ColonnaMay 15, 1943
403Tokio JokioLTCpl. Norman McCabeI. Ellis,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Nipponews Buzzard, Air Raid, Prof. Tojo, Red Togoson, Admiral Yamamoto, Lord Hee Haw, Human TorpedoMay 15, 1943
  • N/A
  • Final short to be directed by Norman McCabe.
404Yankee Doodle DaffyLTI. FrelengRichard BickenbachDaffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sleepy LaGoonJun. 5, 1943[1]: 427 [8]: 391 Song: Yankee Doodle Daffy the Musical
  • In color
405Jack-Wabbit and the BeanstalkMMI. FrelengJack BradburyBugs Bunny, Giant, NarratorJun. 12, 1943
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny on Parade
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 2, side 7: Fables & Fairy Tales
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Bugs Bunny Cartoon Festival Featuring "Little Red Riding Rabbit"
  • Streaming - Boomerang App
  • DVD - Looney Tunes Parodies Collection
  • Blu-ray/Digital - Looney Tunes: Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection, Disc 1
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
406The Aristo-CatMMCharles M. JonesRudy LarrivaClaude, Hubie and BertieJun. 19, 1943November 11, 1950
  • First appearance of Hubie and Bertie and first appearance of Claude Cat
407Wackiki WabbitMMCharles M. JonesKen HarrisBugs Bunny, Two CastawaysJul. 3, 1943
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: The Very Best Of Bugs
  • VHS - A Taste Of Cartoon Network
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes Vol. 3, Side 2: Bugs Bunny
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Vol. 11: Wabbit Tales
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 1: Bugs Bunny Classics
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
408Porky Pig's FeatLTFrank TashlinPhil Monroe,
Arthur Davis,
Cal Dalton
Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny (cameo), Petunia Pig (mentioned)Jul. 17, 1943
  • First cartoon Frank Tashlin directed since his departure in 1938.
  • Final black and white appearance of Porky Pig.
  • The only black and white appearance of Bugs Bunny.
409Tin Pan Alley CatsMMBob ClampettRod Scribner,
Art Babbitt (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Giant Lips, Rubber Band, Adolf Hitler, Cat, Uncle Tom Cat Mission Singers, Fats Waller CatJul. 17, 1943
  • N/A
410Scrap Happy DaffyLTFrank TashlinArt Davis,
Izzy Ellis (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Adolf Hitler, Nazi Soldiers, Submarine Captain, Billy Goat, Great-Great-Great-Great-Great-Uncle Dillingham Duck, Minuteman Duck, Pioneer Duck, Admiral Duck, Lincoln DuckAug. 21, 1943
  • Final appearance of Daffy Duck in black and white.
411Hiss and Make UpMMI. FrelengGerry ChiniquyGranny, Roscoe the Dog, Wellington the Cat, CanarySep. 11, 1943September 18, 1948
412A Corny ConcertoMMRobert ClampettRobert McKimsonElmer Fudd, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky PigSep. 18, 1943
413Fin'n CattyMMCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Shamus Culhane (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.)
Claude Cat, Goldfish, NarratorOct. 23, 1943December 11, 1948
414Falling HareMMRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Bill Melendez (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, The GremlinOct. 30, 1943
415Inki and the Minah BirdMMCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Shamus Culhane (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.)
Inki, Mynah Bird, LionNov. 13, 1943August 20, 1949
416Daffy – The CommandoLTI. FrelengKen ChampinDaffy Duck, Adolf Hitler, Von Vultur, SchultzNov. 20, 1943[8]: 85 
  • VHS, LaserDisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs and Daffy: The Wartime Cartoons
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 2, Side 8: The Art of Daffy
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 6, disc 2: Patriotic Pals
  • In color
417An Itch in TimeMMRobert ClampettBob McKimson,
I. Ellis,
Phil Monroe,
Rod Scribner,
Manny Gould,
C. Melendez (assistant animator)
Elmer, Dog, A. Flea, Cat, Bugs Bunny (cameo), Porky Pig (cameo)Dec. 4, 1943
418Puss n' BootyLTFrank TashlinCal Dalton,
Shamus Culhane,
Arthur Davis,
Izzy Ellis,
Don Williams
Rudolph the Cat, Petey the CanaryDec. 11, 1943
  • Final black-and-white cartoon by Warner Bros.
  • Only black-and-white cartoon released in the 1943–44 season
  • Latest Warner Bros. cartoon to have fallen into the public domain in the United States.
  • Last cartoon in the Sunset Productions/Guild Films package.

1944

From this year onward, all cartoons are under copyright and in 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.

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
419Little Red Riding RabbitMMI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Gil Turner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Little Red Riding Hood, WolfJan. 1, 1944
  • First cartoon in which Mel Blanc gets on-screen credit.
420What's Cookin' Doc?MMRobert Clampett
Friz Freleng (uncredited)
Bob McKimson,
Rod Scribner (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Gil Turner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Emcee, Hiawatha, Hollywood Wolf, OscarJan. 8, 1944
421Meatless FlydayMMI. FrelengJack Bradbury,
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.)
Spider, Fly, Air Raid WardenJan. 29, 1944
422Tom Turk and DaffyLTCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tom TurkFeb. 12, 1944
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Porky Pig and Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring "Tick Tock Tuckered"
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Porky Pig Cartoon Festival Featuring "Tom Turk and Daffy"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Porky Pig and Company
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Super Stars' Porky & Friends: Hilarious Ham
423Bugs Bunny and the Three BearsMMCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Shamus Culhane (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, The Three BearsFeb. 26, 1944
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs! and Elmer!
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny's Greatest Hits
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Vol. 3, Side 2: Bugs Bunny
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 1, disc 3: Looney Tunes All Stars Part 1
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
424I Got Plenty of MuttonLTFrank TashlinI. Ellis,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Wolf, Killer DillerMar. 11, 1944
425The Weakly ReporterMMCharles M. JonesBen WashamLady Buying Steak, Saleslady, Narrator, Cabbie, Lady with Bottle, Cop, Man Sharing Car Parts, Meat Department Clerk, Robber, PoliticianMar. 25, 1944
426Tick Tock TuckeredLTRobert ClampettTom McKimson,
Rod Scribner (unc.),
Phil Monroe (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, BossApr. 8, 1944
427Bugs Bunny Nips the NipsMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.)
Bugs BunnyApr. 22, 1944
  • No longer shown on American television due to World War II ethnic stereotyping of Japanese people.
428Swooner CroonerLTFrank TashlinGeorge Cannata,
I. Ellis (unc.),
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Porky Pig, Frankie Rooster, Bing Crosby Rooster, Rudy, Al, Jimmy, CabMay 6, 1944February 12, 1949
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film
429Russian RhapsodyMMRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Arthur Davis (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Adolf Hitler, Gremlins from the Kremlin, Radio AnnouncerMay 20, 1944
430Duck Soup to NutsLTI. FrelengRichard Bickenbach,
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Gil Turner (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Porky PigMay 27, 1944
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: The Best of Bugs Bunny and Friends
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Porky Pig and Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring "Tick Tock Tuckered"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Just Plain Daffy
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 1, Side 6: Friz Freleng
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 6: Friz Freleng
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 2, disc 3: Tweety & Sylvester and Friends
  • Streaming - Boomerang App
  • Digital – Looney Tunes: Daffy Duck (paired with Stupor Duck)
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
431Angel PussLTCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Shamus Culhane (unc.),
Phil Monroe (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Lil' Sambo, Angel PussJun. 3, 1944
  • N/A
432Slightly DaffyMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Norman McCabe (unc.),
Vrigil Ross (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Porky PigJun. 17, 1944
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 9: Porky and Daffy
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Daffy! and Porky!
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Daffy!
October 14, 1950
  • Color remake of Scalp Trouble (1939).
433Hare Ribbin'MMRobert ClampettBob McKimson,
Manny Gould (unc.),
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Russian DogJun. 24, 1944
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs! and Elmer!
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny's Festival of Fun
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 1, Side 7, Bugs Bunny By Each Director
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes Vol. 7: Bugs Bunny By Each Director
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 5, Side 8: Supplement Material (director's cut)
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 10: Canine Corps
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 5, disc 3: Putting a Bob Clampett on It
  • This film has two alternate endings. One is shown as a feature on Volume 5 of the Golden Collection: In From the Vaults.
434Brother BratLTFrank TashlinArt Davis,
Cal Dalton (unc.),
Izzy Ellis (unc.)
Porky Pig, Percy/Butch, Percy/Butch's MomJul. 15, 1944
  • Last Porky Pig cartoon directed by Frank Tashlin.
435Hare ForceMMI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Proto-Granny, Willoughby (as Sylvester the Dog)Jul. 22, 1944
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Starring Bugs Bunny!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs Bunny Classics: Special Collector's Edition
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 3, Side 2: Bugs Bunny
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Bugs Bunny: Hollywood Legend
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 10: Canine Corps
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 3, disc 1: Bugs Bunny Classics
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
436From Hand to MouseLTCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Mouse, Lion, GorillaAug. 5, 1944February 9, 1952
437Birdy and the BeastMMRobert ClampettTom McKimson,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.)
Tweety, Schnooks, Butch, HenAug. 19, 1944
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Little Tweety and Little Inki Cartoon Festival Featuring "I Taw a Putty Tat"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Tweety and Sylvester
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 3, Side 6, Tashlin/Clampett
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Platinum Collection Volume 2, Disc 1
  • Final Merrie Melodies release to credit Leon Schlesinger.
  • Only Tweety short animated by Tom McKimson.
  • First short that Tweety was given his official name.
  • First Tweety cartoon to star Tweety.
438Buckaroo BugsLTRobert ClampettM. Gould,
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Red RyderAug. 26, 1944
439Goldilocks and the Jivin' BearsMMI. FrelengKen Champin,
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Big Bad Wolf, Wee Small Bear, Western Union Boy, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks, Grandmother, NarratorSep. 2, 1944
  • N/A
  • One of the Censored Eleven.
  • First Merrie Melodies cartoon produced by Eddie Selzer.
440Plane DaffyLTFrank TashlinCal Dalton,
Arthur Davis (unc.),
Izzy Ellis (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Hatta Mari, Pigeon 13, Adolf Hitler, Hermann Göring, Joseph Goebbels, NarratorSep. 16, 1944
  • First Looney Tunes cartoon produced by Eddie Selzer.
441Lost and FoundlingMMCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Robert Cannon (unc.),
Ken Harris (unc.)
Sniffles, Orville the HawkSep. 30, 1944August 26, 1950
442Booby HatchedLTFrank TashlinI. Ellis,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Robespierre, Mother Duck, Franklin, Eleanor, Winston, LeonOct. 14, 1944
443The Old Grey HareMMRobert ClampettRobert McKimson,
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Basil Davidovich (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.),
A.C. Games (effects) (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddOct. 28, 1944
  • Final cartoon to bear only WARNER BROS..
  • Final cartoon to use Produced by WARNER BROS. CARTOONS on opening titles.
444The Stupid CupidLTFrank TashlinI. Ellis,
Cal Dalton (unc.),
Art Davis (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Elmer FuddNov. 25, 1944
445Stage Door CartoonMMI. FrelengJack Bradbury,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Southern SheriffDec. 30, 1944[1]: 428 [4]: 156 

1945

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
446Odor-able KittyLTCharles M. JonesRobert Cannon,
Ken Harris (unc.),
Ben Washam (unc.)
Pepé Le PewJan. 6, 1945
447Herr Meets HareMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Jack Bradbury (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Adolf Hitler, Hermann Goering, Bird, Walter WinchellJan. 13, 1945
448Draftee DaffyLTRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Manny Gould (unc.),
Basil Davidovich (unc.),
A.C. Gamer (effects) (unc.)
Daffy Duck, The Little Man from the Draft Board, MailmanJan. 27, 1945
449The Unruly HareMMFrank TashlinCal Dalton,
Art Davis (unc.),
I. Ellis (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddFeb. 10, 1945
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd Cartoon Festival Featuring "Wabbit Twouble"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Bugs Vs. Elmer
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 1, side 7: Bugs Bunny by Each Director
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes: Vol. 7: Bugs Bunny by Each Director
  • VHS - Bugs Bunny Collection: Here Comes Bugs
  • Blu-ray - Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 1
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
  • One of two Bugs Bunny cartoons directed by Frank Tashlin.
  • Final Bugs Bunny cartoon to use the 1941-45 opening rendition of "Merrily We Roll Along".
  • Final Bugs Bunny cartoon not to have expanded credits.
450Trap Happy PorkyLTCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Ken Harris (unc.)
Claude Cat, Hubie & Bertie, Hector the Bulldog, Porky PigFeb. 24, 1945
  • Only cartoon with Hubie and Bertie paired with Porky Pig.
451Life with FeathersMMI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.)
SylvesterMar. 24, 1945
  • First appearance of Sylvester
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film
452Behind the Meat-BallLTFrank Tashlin (uncredited)I. Ellis,
Richard Bickenbach (unc.),
Cal Dalton (unc.),
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Fido, Two Other Dogs, MistressApr. 7, 1945
453Hare TriggerMMI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam, NarratorMay 5, 1945
  • First appearance of Yosemite Sam.
  • First pairing of Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam.
454Ain't That DuckyLTI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck, Little Yellow Duck, HunterMay 19, 1945
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 9: Porky and Daffy
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Just Plain Daffy
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring "Ain't that Ducky" (damaged)
455A Gruesome TwosomeMMRobert ClampettRobert McKimson,
Manny Gould,
Rod Scribner,
Basil Davidovich,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Tweety, Colonel, Snooks, Girl Cat, HectorJun. 9, 1945
  • Last Tweety cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
  • Last Tweety cartoon before he is permanently paired with Sylvester.
  • Final appearance of Tweety without feathers.
456Tale of Two MiceLTFrank Tashlin (uncredited)Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Babbit and Catstello (mice versions)Jun. 30, 1945
  • Reissued as A Tale of Two Mice
457Wagon HeelsMMRobert ClampettI. Ellis,
Manny Gould,
C. Melendez,
Rod Scribner,
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Porky Pig, Injun Joe, Sloppy MoeJul. 28, 1945
  • Color remake of Injun Trouble (1938)
458Hare ConditionedLTCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Basil Davidovich,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Robert Cannon (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Store Managers, FloorwalkerAug. 11, 1945
459Fresh AiredaleMMCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Shep, Cat, Prowler, Nightmare Voices, Narrator, Shep's MasterAug. 25, 1945
460The Bashful BuzzardLTRobert ClampettRobert McKimson,
Manny Gould (unc.),
Rod Scribner (unc.)
Beaky Buzzard, Mamma BuzzardSep. 15, 1945[1]: 428 [8]: 34 
  • Followup to 1942's Bugs Bunny Gets the Boid
461Peck Up Your TroublesMMI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin,
Manuel Perez (unc.)
Sylvester, Hector the Bulldog, The WoodpeckerOct. 20, 1945
  • First appearance of Hector
462Hare TonicLTCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam,
Basil Davidovich
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddNov. 10, 1945
  • One of two cartoons with the special Bugs Bunny Looney Tunes drum ending.
463Nasty QuacksMMFrank Tashlin (uncredited)Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
Richard Bickenbach
Daffy Duck, Melissa Duck, Agnes, Agnes' FatherDec. 1, 1945
  • First appearance of Melissa Duck
  • Final Daffy Duck cartoon directed by Frank Tashlin

1946

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
464Book RevueLTRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
Robert McKimson
Daffy Duck, Little Red Riding Hood, Big Bad WolfJan. 5, 1946
465Baseball BugsLTI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, The Tea Totallers, The Gashouse GorillasFeb. 2, 1946
  • Second and final cartoon to feature the special Bugs Bunny drum ending.
466Holiday for ShoestringsMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Shoemaker Jake, ElvesFeb. 23, 1946September 15, 1951
467Quentin QuailMMCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Ken Harris,
Basil Davidovich,
Lloyd Vaughan
Quentin Quail, Baby Toots, Worm, CrowMar. 2, 1946
468Baby BottleneckLTRobert ClampettRod 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, TweetyMar. 16, 1946
469Hare RemoverMMFrank Tashlin (uncredited)Richard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Art Davis,
I. Ellis,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Rover, BearMar. 23, 1946
  • Last Warner Bros. cartoon directed by Frank Tashlin.
  • One of two Bugs Bunny cartoons directed by Frank Tashlin.
470Daffy DoodlesLTRobert McKimsonRichard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Don Williams
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Judge, Jerry Colonna JuryApr. 6, 1946
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Porky Pig and Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring "Tick Tock Tuckered"
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Porky!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Daffy! and Porky!
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 1, side 8: 1940s Zanies
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes Volume 8: 1940s Zanies
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, volume 4 - Daffy Doodles
  • DVD - My Reputation
  • Blu-ray - Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 1
October 11, 1952
  • First cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
471Hollywood Canine CanteenMMRobert McKimsonCal Dalton,
Don Williams,
Richard Bickenbach
Bing Crosby Dog, Colonna Dog, Costello Dog, Besser Dog, Servicedog, SailorApr. 20, 1946
472Hush My MouseLTCharles M. JonesBasil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
SnifflesMay 4, 1946
  • Final appearance of Sniffles (his only appearance in a Looney Tunes cartoon).
473Hair-Raising HareMMCharles M. JonesBasil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Gossamer, Peter Lorre Mad ScientistMay 25, 1946
  • First appearance of Gossamer.
474Kitty KorneredLTRobert ClampettRod Scribner,
J.C. Melendez,
Manny Gould
Porky Pig, SylvesterJun. 8, 1946
  • First cartoon to co-star Porky and Sylvester.
  • Only Sylvester cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
475Hollywood DaffyMMHawley Pratt (uncredited)[n 1]Virgil Ross,
Manuel Perez,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin
Daffy Duck, Studio Guard, Jack Benny, Jimmy Durante, Johnny Weissmuller, Bette DavisJun. 22, 1946
476Acrobatty BunnyLTRobert McKimsonRichard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Arthur Davis,
Don Williams (unc.),
Anatole Kirsanoff (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Nero the LionJun. 29, 1946
  • First Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
477The Eager BeaverMMCharles M. JonesBasil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Narrator (voiced by Frank Graham)Jul. 13, 1946
478The Great Piggy Bank RobberyLTRobert ClampettRod 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.
479Bacall to ArmsMMRobert 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 NarratorAug. 3, 1946
480Of Thee I StingLTI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Manuel Perez,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Ken Champin
MosquitoesAug. 17, 1946January 12, 1952
481Walky Talky HawkyMMRobert McKimsonRichard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Don Williams,
Arthur Davis (unc.)
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard DawgAug. 31, 1946
  • First appearances of Foghorn Leghorn and the Barnyard Dawg.[13]
  • First Henery Hawk cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
482Racketeer RabbitLTI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Bugs Bunny, Rocky, HugoSep. 14, 1946
  • Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Bugs Bunny Cartoon Festival Featuring "Hold the Lion, Please"
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 4
  • VHS, 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. 1, Side 7: Bugs Bunny by Each Director (later pressings after Bugs Bunny Nips the Nips was pulled due to complaints of racially offensive stereotypes)
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Vol. 3, Side 4: Friz Freleng
  • DVD - Public Enemies: The Golden Age Of The Gangster Film
  • Blu-ray/Digital Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection
  • First appearance of Rocky.
483Fair and Worm-erMMCharles M. JonesBasil Davidovich,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Worm, Crow, Cat, Dog, Dogcatcher, Dogcatcher's Wife, Mouse, Skunk, NarratorSep. 28, 1946October 22, 1955
484The Big SnoozeLTRobert Clampett (uncredited)Rod Scribner,
J.C. Melendez,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Hollywood WolfOct. 5, 1946
  • Last cartoon directed by Bob Clampett.
485The Mouse-Merized CatMMRobert McKimsonRichard Bickenbach,
Cal Dalton,
Arthur Davis,
Don Williams
Babbit and Catstello (mice versions)Oct. 19, 1946November 26, 1955
486Mouse MenaceLTArthur DavisManny Gould,
Don Williams,
Cal Dalton,<b
Porky PigNov. 2, 1946
487Rhapsody RabbitMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, MouseNov. 9, 1946
488Roughly SqueakingLTCharles M. JonesBasil Davidovich,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam
Claude Cat, Hubie and Bertie, Hector the BulldogNov. 23, 1946
  • Final appearance of Claude Cat before his official redesign in Mouse Wreckers (1949).

1947

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.

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
489One Meat BrawlMMRobert McKimsonCal Dalton,
Manny Gould,
Rod Scribner,
John Carey (unc.),
Arthur Davis (unc.),
Robert McKimson (unc.),
Don Williams (unc.)
Porky Pig, Barnyard Dawg (called Mandrake), Grover GroundhogJan. 18, 1947July 10, 1954
  • First Barnyard Dawg cartoon without Foghorn Leghorn. In his shorts with Porky Pig, he is called "George P. Dog".
490The Goofy GophersLTBob 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, 1947July 23, 1955
  • First appearance of the Goofy Gophers.
  • Planned by Bob Clampett and finished by Arthur Davis.
491The Gay AntiesMMI. FrelengKen Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Ants, CoupleFeb. 15, 1947
492Scent-imental Over YouLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Pepé Le Pew, Narrator, ChihuahuaMar. 8, 1947December 26, 1953
  • Pepé's name is changed from Henry to Stinky.
493A Hare Grows in ManhattanMMI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, Spike, Dogs, Lola BeverlyMar. 22, 1947[1]: 429 
494Birth of a NotionLTBob Clampett (planned, uncredited),
Robert McKimson (finished)
John Carey,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
Thomas McKimson
Daffy Duck, Leopold the Dog, Mad Scientist, Joe Besser DuckApr. 12, 1947November 7, 1953
495Tweetie PieMMBob Clampett (planned)
I. Freleng (finished)
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Sylvester, Tweety, OwnerMay 3, 1947June 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".
496Rabbit TransitLTI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Virgil Ross,
Ken Champin,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Cecil TurtleMay 10, 1947
497Hobo BoboMMRobert McKimsonRod Scribner,
Richard Bickenbach,
Izzy Ellis
Bobo the Elephant, Mynah Bird, Narrator, New Yorkers, BabyMay 17, 1947April 3, 1954
498Along Came DaffyLTI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck, Two Starving HermitsJun. 14, 1947
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Daffy Duck Cartoon Festival Featuring "Daffy Duck and the Dinosaur"
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 9: Porky and Daffy
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Just Plain Daffy
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
July 24, 1954
  • Followup to 1943's Wackiki Wabbit
  • Color remake of Daffy's Southern Exposure (1942)
499Inki at the CircusMMCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Inki, Mynah Bird, Two DogsJun. 21, 1947October 16, 1954
500Easter YeggsLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Richard Bickenbach,
I. Ellis,
Fred Abranz (unc.),
Anatolle Kirsanoff (unc.)
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Easter Rabbit, Bratty KidJun. 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.
501Crowing PainsLTRobert McKimsonManny Gould,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
I. Ellis
Foghorn Leghorn, Barnyard Dawg. Henery Hawk, SylvesterJul. 12, 1947April 23, 1955
  • First Sylvester cartoon directed by Robert McKimson.
  • Only pairing of Foghorn Leghorn and Sylvester in the original shorts era.
502A Pest in the HouseMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monror,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Basil Davidovich (unc.),
Abe Levitow (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Elmer FuddAug. 2, 1947[1]: 429 
503The Foxy DucklingMMArthur DavisManny Gould,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez
A. Fox, Duckling, FishAug. 23, 1947November 6, 1954
504House Hunting MiceLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris
Hubie and BertieSep. 6, 1947April 2, 1955
505Little Orphan AiredaleLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Charlie Dog, Porky Pig, Rags McMuttOct. 4, 1947
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Porky!
  • Laserdisc - Cartoon Moviestars: Daffy! and Porky!
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 1, side 8: 1940s Zanies
  • VHS - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes, Volume 8: 1940s Zanies
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collector's Edition, volume 14 - Cartoon Superstars
  • Blu-ray - Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 1
  • Streaming - Boomerang App
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
August 4, 1956
506Doggone CatsMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
Bill Melendez,
Herman Cohen,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Sylvester, Wellington, Orange CatOct. 25, 1947
  • Reissued as Dog Gone Cats.
  • First Sylvester cartoon directed by Arthur Davis.
  • Cinecolor
507Slick HareMMI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, Gregory Peck, Frank Sinatra, Sidney Greenstreet, Carmen Miranda, Ray MillandNov. 1, 1947
508Mexican JoyrideLTArthur DavisDon Williams,
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez,
Herman Cohen
Daffy Duck, Bull, BurroNov. 29, 1947
  • First of two cartoons directed by Arthur Davis.
509Catch as Cats CanMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Herman Cohen,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Sylvester, Frankie Sinatra canary, Bing Crosby parrotDec. 6, 1947
510A Horse Fly FleasLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould
John Carey,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
A. FleaDec. 13, 1947
  • Cinecolor

1948

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
511Gorilla My DreamsLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
John Carey
Bugs Bunny, Gruesome Gorilla, Mrs. Gruesome Gorilla, Tarzan, GorillasJan. 3, 1948
  • First appearance of Gruesome Gorilla.
512Two Gophers from TexasMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Mac and Tosh (Goofy Gophers), The DogJan. 17, 1948March 31, 1956
  • Cinecolor
513A Feather in His HareLTCharles M. JonesLloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Bugs Bunny, IndianFeb. 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.
514What Makes Daffy DuckLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins,
Herman Cohen (unc.)
Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, FoxFeb. 14, 1948
  • Cinecolor
  • The only Elmer Fudd short to be directed by Arthur Davis.
515What's Brewin', Bruin?LTCharles M. JonesLloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Three BearsFeb. 28, 1948[1]: 429 [4]: 182 August 20, 1955
516Daffy Duck Slept HereMMRobert McKimsonManny Gould,
Charles McKimson,
I. Ellis,
Jean Blanchard (character design)
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Hotel Clerks, Manager, Elevator Boy, BellboyMar. 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)
517A Hick, a Slick, and a ChickMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins,
Herman Cohen (unc.)
Elmo the Mouse, Herman, Blackie, Daisy LouMar. 13, 1948
  • Cinecolor
518Back Alley OproarMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Tabby SingerMar. 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.
519I Taw a Putty TatMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness (unc.)
Sylvester, Tweety, Hector the BulldogApr. 2, 1948February 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
520Rabbit PunchMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ben Washam
Bugs Bunny, the Crusher, Ring AnnouncerApr. 10, 1948
  • First appearance of the Crusher.
521Hop, Look and ListenLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis
Hippety Hopper, Sylvester, Hector the BulldogApr. 17, 1948June 4, 1955
  • First appearance of Hippety Hopper.
522Nothing But the ToothMMArthur DavisJ.C. Melendez,
Don Williams,
John Carey,
Basil Davidovich
Porky Pig, Native American, Horse, Pony Express Package Man, Old ProspectoMay 1, 1948
  • VHS - Cartoon Moviestars: Porky Pig and Company
  • Laserdisc - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes volume 3, side 9: Porky and Daffy
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: The Best of Bugs Bunny and Friends
  • VHS - Viddy-Oh! For Kids Cartoon Festivals: Porky Pig Cartoon Festival Featuring "Nothing but the Tooth"
523Buccaneer BunnyLTI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam, Polly ParrotMay 8, 1948
524Bone Sweet BoneMMArthur DavisDon Williams,
Emery Hawkins
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez
Shep, Professor, Bulldog, CuratorMay 22, 1948January 21, 1956
  • Cinecolor
525Bugs Bunny Rides AgainMMI. FrelengKen Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite SamJun. 12, 1948
526The Rattled RoosterLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Rooster, Worm, RattlesnakeJun. 26, 1948October 22, 1955
527The Up-Standing SitterLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould,
John Carey
Daffy Duck, Hector the Bulldog, I. SqueelJul. 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.
528The Shell Shocked EggMMRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
I. Ellis,
John Carey
Clem, Mama Turtle, Tom, Dick, HarryJul. 10, 1948November 27, 1954
  • Last Merrie Melodies cartoon in the a.a.p. package.
529Haredevil HareLTCharles M. JonesBen Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Marvin the Martian, K-9Jul. 24, 1948
530You Were Never DuckierMMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan
Daffy Duck, Henery Hawk, Rooster, George K. ChickenhawkAug. 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
  • Oldest released post-1948 cartoon to be reissued.
531Dough Ray Me-owMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Louie the Parrot, Heathcliff, DogAug. 14, 1948
  • Cinecolor
532Hot Cross BunnyMMRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Anatolle Kirsanoff (unc.),
Fred Abranz (unc.),
Izzy Ellis (unc.),
John Carey (unc.)
Bugs BunnyAug. 21, 1948November 21, 1959
533The Pest That Came to DinnerLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
John Carey
Porky Pig, Pierre the Termite, I.M.A. SureshotSep. 11, 1948December 7, 1957[14]
534Hare SplitterMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Bugs Bunny, Casbah Rabbit, Daisy LouSep. 25, 1948September 7, 1957
535Odor of the DayLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Pepé Le Pew, WellingtonOct. 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.
536The Foghorn LeghornMMRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Manny Gould,
Phil DeLara,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard DawgOct. 9, 1948December 24, 1955
537A-Lad-In His LampLTRobert McKimsonCharles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould,
John Carey,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Caliph Hassan Pheffer, Smokey the GenieOct. 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
538Daffy DillyMMCharles M. JonesLloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Daffy Duck, J.P. Cubish, Reporter, ButlerOct. 30, 1948August 18, 1956
539Kit for CatLTI. FrelengVirgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin
Elmer Fudd, SylvesterNov. 6, 1948
  • Laserdisc - Sylvester and Tweety's Bad Ol' Putty Tat Blues
  • VHS - Elmer Fudd (UK)
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Special Bumper Collection Volume 4 (U.K.)
  • VHS - Wideo Wabbit (U.K. + Europe only)
  • VHS - Looney Tunes: The Collectors Edition Volume 9: A Looney Life
  • DVD – Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 1, disc 4: Looney Tunes All Stars Part 2
  • DVD - Looney Tunes Spotlight Collection Volume 1, disc 2
April 21, 1956
540The Stupor SalesmanLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Daffy Duck, Slug McSlugNov. 20, 1948
541Riff Raffy DaffyLTArthur DavisDon Williams,
Emery Hawkins,
Basil Davidovich,
J.C. Melendez
Daffy Duck, Porky PigNov. 27, 1948
  • Cinecolor
  • The only Arthur Davis cartoon to pair Daffy and Porky.
542My Bunny Lies over the SeaMMCharles M. JonesKen Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Angus MacRoryDec. 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[15]
543Scaredy CatMMCharles M. JonesLloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Porky Pig, SylvesterDec. 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

#TitleSeriesDirectorAnimatorCharactersRelease dateAvailabilityReissue release dateNotes
544Wise QuackersLTI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Pete Burness,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Daffy Duck, Elmer FuddJan. 1, 1949October 25, 1958
545Hare DoMMI. FrelengKen Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez
Bugs Bunny, Elmer FuddJan. 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)
546Holiday for DrumsticksMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Daffy Duck, Tom Turk, Ma, Pa, Hillbilly NeighborJan. 22, 1949
  • Cinecolor
547Awful OrphanMMCharles M. JonesLloyd Vaughan,
Ken Harris,
Phil Monroe,
Ben Washam
Charlie Dog, Porky PigJan. 29, 1949July 12, 1958
548Porky ChopsLTArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Porky Pig, Squirrel, BearFeb. 12, 1949
549Mississippi HareLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Colonel Shuffle, Southern Gentleman, PurserFeb. 26, 1949February 15, 1958
550Paying the PiperLTRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Porky Pig, the Supreme Cat, MayorMar. 12, 1949October 20, 1956
551Daffy Duck HuntLTRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles,
McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Barnyard DawgMar. 26, 1949November 17, 1956
552Rebel RabbitMMRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Postal Employee, Game Commissioner, Guard, Southern SenatorApr. 9, 1949August 9, 1958
553Mouse WreckersLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Hubie and Bertie, Claude CatApr. 23, 1949March 9, 1957
  • First cartoon featuring Claude Cat's redesign.
  • Nominated for an Academy Award in 1949.
554High Diving HareLTI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Bugs Bunny, Yosemite SamApr. 30, 1949July 25, 1959
555The Bee-Deviled BruinMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
The Three BearsMay 14, 1949July 11, 1959
556Curtain RazorLTI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Porky PigMay 21, 1949
557Bowery BugsMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Bugs Bunny, Steve BrodyJun. 4, 1949September 16, 1958
  • Only Bugs Bunny cartoon directed by Arthur Davis.
558Mouse MazurkaMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Pete Burness
Sylvester, Mouse, NarratorJun. 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
559Long-Haired HareLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Giovanni JonesJun. 25, 1949
560Henhouse HeneryLTRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Foghorn Leghorn, Henery Hawk, Barnyard DawgJul. 2, 1949
  • Streaming - Boomerang App
December 1, 1956
561Knights Must FallMMI. FrelengManuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross,
Gerry Chiniquy
Bugs Bunny, Sir Pantsalot of Dropseat ManorJul. 16, 1949
  • VHS - The Looney Tunes Video Show - Volume 8
  • Laserdisc - Bugs Bunny: Hare Beyond Compare: 14 More Bugs Bunny Classics
  • VHS - Looney Tunes Special Bumper Collection: Volume 1 (UK)
  • Blu-ray/Digital - Bugs Bunny 80th Anniversary Collection
  • Streaming - HBO Max (restored)
Between 1959 and 1960
October 28, 1967
562Bad Ol' Putty TatMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Sylvester, TweetyJul. 23, 1949June 29, 1957
563The Grey Hounded HareLTRobert McKimsonJohn Carey,
Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Gnawbone - #7 DogAug. 6, 1949October 28, 1961[16]
564Often an OrphanMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Charlie Dog, Porky Pig, Charlie Dog's MasterAug. 13, 1949October 3, 1959[17]
565The Windblown HareLTRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Manny Gould
Bugs Bunny, Three Little Pigs, Big Bad Wolf, Proto-GrannyAug. 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)
566Dough for the Do-DoMMI. Freleng (uncredited)Gerry Chiniquy (unc.),
Manuel Perez (unc.),
Ken Champin (unc.),
Virgil Ross (unc.)
Porky Pig, Yoyo DodoSep. 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.
567Fast and Furry-ousLTCharles M. JonesPhil 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 RunnerSep. 17, 1949
568Each Dawn I CrowMMI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Manuel Perez,
Ken Champin,
Virgil Ross
Elmer Fudd, Mystery Voice, John RoosterSep. 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
  • Digital - Looney Tunes: Elmer Fudd
June 15, 1957
569Frigid HareMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, Playboy Penguin, EskimoOct. 8, 1949
570Swallow the LeaderLTRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
The Supreme Cat, NarratorOct. 15, 1949January 19, 1957
571Bye, Bye BluebeardMMArthur DavisBasil Davidovich,
Don Williams,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Porky Pig, Mouse, BluebeardOct. 22, 1949May 19, 1962
572For Scent-imental ReasonsLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Pepé Le Pew, Penelope PussycatNov. 12, 1949February 2, 1957
573Hippety HopperMMRobert McKimsonPhil DeLara,
Charles McKimson,
John Carey,
Pete Burness
Hippety Hopper, Sylvester, Bulldog, MouseNov. 19, 1949August 24, 1957
  • First short in which Hippety Hopper is named.
574Which Is WitchLTI. FrelengGerry Chiniquy,
Virgil Ross,
Arthur Davis,
Ken Champin,
A.C. Gamer (effects)
Bugs Bunny, Witch Doctor I.C. SpotsDec. 3, 1949N/A
575Bear FeatLTCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
The Three Bears, Narrator, Bugs Bunny (cameo)Dec. 10, 1949May 18, 1957
576Rabbit HoodMMCharles M. JonesPhil Monroe,
Ben Washam,
Ken Harris,
Lloyd Vaughan
Bugs Bunny, the Sheriff of Nottingham, Little John, Robin HoodDec. 24, 1949March 17, 1962
577A Ham in a RoleLTArthur Davis (planned, uncredited)
Robert McKimson (finished)
Charles McKimson,
Phil DeLara,
J.C. Melendez,
Emery Hawkins
Mac and Tosh (Goofy Gophers), the Dog, DirectorDec. 31, 1949[1]: 430 [4]: 204 August 27, 1960Some sources list the release date as Dec. 31, 1949.[18]: 246 

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