Ep 4. Ali Baba Bunny
- February 9, 1957
Daffy Duck and Bugs Bunny are back in action in the timeless classic, Looney Tunes. In season 1957 episode 4, titled Ali Baba Bunny, the two iconic characters find themselves in the middle of an Arabian adventure.
The episode kicks off with Daffy Duck getting in the way of Bugs Bunny's carrot-picking process. When Bugs suggests they go on a trip, Daffy agrees, hoping to get in on the action and take some credit for the adventure. However, little does Daffy know, it's going to be a wild ride.
As the two travel through the desert, Bugs accidentally takes a wrong turn and they end up in a cave. This is no ordinary cave, though. It's the fabled den of 40 thieves, and they are not happy about Bugs and Daffy infiltrating their domain. Bugs tries to sweet-talk his way out of trouble, but Daffy's antics land them both in hot water.
Just when things couldn't get any worse, the leader of the thieves, Ali Baba himself, shows up. Bugs and Daffy try to convince Ali Baba that they are not spies, but he's not convinced. That is until Bugs talks his way out of trouble again and convinces Ali Baba to let them go if they can bring back more treasure than any of the other thieves.
Bugs and Daffy set out on a mission to bring back the most valuable treasure they can find. The end result is a hilarious sequence of events that include trying to outsmart each other, getting lost in the desert, and eventually stumbling upon the ultimate treasure - a lamp.
But not just any lamp. It's a magic lamp that contains a genie, and he is not happy about being awakened from his slumber. Bugs and Daffy try to talk to the genie and make a wish, but he keeps interrupting them and causing chaos.
In the end, Bugs and Daffy manage to use the genie's powers to their advantage and bring back the most valuable treasure in the cave. But as they make their escape, they realize they forgot to bring back the most important thing - the lamp with the genie inside.
The episode ends with a hilarious chase scene as the 40 thieves try to get their lamp back, and Bugs and Daffy narrowly escape with their lives.
Overall, Ali Baba Bunny is a classic Looney Tunes episode that is sure to have audiences laughing from start to finish. With its iconic characters, witty humor, and slapstick comedy, it's no wonder this episode has stood the test of time and remains beloved by fans today.