REVIEW: The Day the Earth Blew Up - A Looney Tunes Movie (2025)

I recently had the opportunity to watch The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie, thanks to Warner Bros., Ketchup Entertainment, and Allied Global Marketing, who were kind enough to send me an advanced screener. As a lifelong Looney Tunes fan, I had high hopes—and this movie delivered in spades. Within the first five minutes, I was laughing out loud. It instantly transported me back to the nostalgia of watching these characters as a kid, sitting cross-legged in front of the TV on Saturday mornings.

Directed by Pete Browngardt, The Day the Earth Blew Up marks Daffy Duck and Porky Pig’s first-ever full-length theatrical adventure, and it’s exactly the kind of madcap, wacky fun you’d expect from these two iconic characters. The story kicks off with Daffy and Porky working at a bubblegum factory (naturally), only to uncover a sinister alien invasion plot that threatens to take over the world. From there, chaos ensues in the best possible way.

Eric Bauza once again brings his A-game, voicing both Daffy Duck and Porky Pig. Their chemistry is pitch-perfect—Daffy’s unpredictable, self-absorbed antics balanced beautifully by Porky’s more cautious, everyman charm. Candi Milo returns as Petunia Pig, adding her own fun to the mix, and Peter MacNicol makes for a delightfully over-the-top villain whose energy fits right in with the Looney Tunes brand of mischief.

Visually, the film is a love letter to the classic era of Looney Tunes, with hand-drawn animation that honors the originals but feels fresh and polished for a modern audience. The colors pop, the backgrounds are beautifully detailed, and the action never slows down. The animators clearly had a blast bringing these characters back to life on the big screen.

Clocking in at a breezy 91 minutes, The Day the Earth Blew Up doesn’t waste any time. It’s fast, it’s funny, and it’s loaded with clever sight gags, slapstick, and quick-witted humor. While it does feel like a super-sized Saturday morning cartoon at times (and I absolutely mean that as a compliment), there’s enough heart and adventure here to make it feel like a true cinematic event. Best of all, it’s fun for all ages—kids will love the colorful antics and physical comedy, while adults will appreciate the witty writing, nostalgia, and clever nods sprinkled throughout.

As a fan of both Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, I was thrilled to see them take center stage. However, I have to admit I was just a little bummed that we didn’t get to see any of the other classic Looney Tunes characters, not even in a cameo. That said, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the film at all. In fact, with how much fun this movie is, I’m hopeful this is just the beginning—and that we’ll get to see more films in the future featuring the rest of the Looney Tunes gang.

With The Day the Earth Blew Up hitting theaters on March 14, 2025, this is one you’ll definitely want to check out—whether you’re revisiting childhood favorites or introducing them to a new generation. Daffy and Porky prove they still have what it takes to carry a feature-length film, and they do it with style, humor, and plenty of heart.

Rating: 8/10