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The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Movie

1979

A collection of Warner Brothers short cartoon features, "starring" the likes of Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and Wile E. Coyote. These animations are interspersed by Bugs Bunny reminiscing on past events and providing links between the individual animations which are otherwise unconnected. This 1979 feature-length compilation includes several of his best cartoons. Among the 11 shorts shown in their entirety are the classics "Robin Hood Daffy," "What's Opera, Doc?," "Bully for Bugs," and "Duck Amuck". The Bugs Bunny Road Runner Movie provides a showcase not only for Jones's razor-sharp timing, but for the work of his exceptional crew, which included designer Maurice Noble, writer Mike Maltese, composers Carl Stalling and Milt Franklyn, and voice actor Mel Blanc.

Ages 5+Source checked

Why this age? Cartoon violence and repeated chase-based peril are exaggerated and consequence-light, with no substantial sexual content. Very young children may still find some crashes, threats, or intense slapstick startling. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age5+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Alcohol or drugs1/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Characters are frequently blown up or crushed, but instantly reappear unharmed as per cartoon logic.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild banter and teasing, no profanity.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some frantic chases, apparent threats, explosions, and dangerous traps may briefly startle younger viewers.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional classic cartoon tropes of cigar smoking or drinking, mostly limited to background gags.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent slapstick violence, explosions, and falls typical of classic Looney Tunes. No lasting harm is shown; characters recover instantly.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Characters repeatedly face danger and pursue goals boldly, though the behavior is usually reckless or comedic rather than principled.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Showcases inventive slapstick, visual gags, and groundbreaking animation techniques.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Provides historical context for animation styles and the work of Chuck Jones.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Interactions are competitive, not kind.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

The main emphasis is comic entertainment, persistence, cleverness, and the playful nature of rivalry rather than explicit moral instruction.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Bugs is clever and confident, but many characters deceive, taunt, or scheme for comedy, so behavior is not consistently exemplary.

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