Ep 15. What's up Doc?
- June 17, 1950
In the Looney Tunes season 1950 episode titled "What's up Doc?", watchers are taken on an adventurous ride with their beloved Bugs Bunny as he gets himself into various kinds of trouble while running away from Elmer Fudd. The episode which is a classic cartoon comedy opens with Bugs Bunny munching on a carrot as Elmer Fudd shows up to shoot him with his hunting rifle.
Bugs Bunny, being the witty and cunning character that he is, manages to outsmart Elmer Fudd and takes him on a wild goose chase all over a forest. He leads him through multiple locations such as a lake, a minefield, and a railway station. All the while, Bugs remains in control of the situation even as Elmer Fudd attempts to catch up with him with a wide range of tools and weapons.
The episode features several slapstick scenes as Bugs Bunny tries to evade Elmer Fudd's attempts at catching him. At one point Bugs Bunny even disguises himself as a female rabbit in order to distract Elmer Fudd.
During the course of the episode, viewers are introduced to a number of iconic Looney Tunes characters who make appearances throughout the episode. Some of these characters include Yosemite Sam, Porky Pig and Daffy Duck.
The animation in the episode is smooth and vibrant with a lot of attention given to expressing the humorous personalities of the characters. The episode showcases the classic animation style that has made the Looney Tunes characters so beloved over the years.
The comedic dialogue in the episode is characteristically witty and tongue-in-cheek with several references to pop culture and current events of the time. The voice acting and sound effects are also excellent, adding to the overall comedic effect of the episode.
"What's up Doc?" is an entertaining episode of Looney Tunes that showcases the fun and silly humor that the franchise is known for. The various antics of Bugs Bunny and his friends throughout the episode are sure to keep viewers laughing and engaged from start to finish. Fans of the series are sure to enjoy this classic episode and appreciate it for the timeless entertainment that it still provides today.
