Ep 10. Rabbitson Crusoe
- April 28, 1956
In the Looney Tunes season 1956 episode 10 titled "Rabbitson Crusoe", Bugs Bunny finds himself stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. The episode begins with Bugs and a group of other rabbits on a cruise ship, enjoying their vacation. However, a storm hits and the ship sinks, leaving Bugs alone on an island.
Bugs quickly adapts to the situation and starts building himself a comfortable home on the island. He uses coconuts and other natural resources to create his living space, and he even makes a sunhat out of leaves to protect himself from the scorching sun. As he explores the island, he comes across various animals, including a pelican, a goat, and a gaggle of hungry cannibals.
As he encounters each obstacle, Bugs uses his wit and resourcefulness to come out on top. He befriends the animals and even fends off the cannibals by pretending to be a god. In one particularly entertaining scene, Bugs pretends to be a tropical bird and enchants a colony of ants before realizing that they're actually cannibals in disguise.
Throughout the episode, Bugs maintains his cool and calm demeanor despite the adversity he faces. His quick thinking and problem-solving skills make for a hilarious and entertaining episode for viewers of all ages.
"Rabbitson Crusoe" is a classic episode of Looney Tunes that exemplifies the show's signature sense of humor. Bugs Bunny's antics and adventures on the deserted island are both amusing and timeless, making this episode a must-see for fans of the series.