Looney Tunes: Back in Action

Looney Tunes: Back in Action

Year: 2003

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Joe Dante

AdventureComedyAnimationFamily

When egos clash, chaos ensues. After a pay dispute, Daffy Duck's tantrum lands him out of work, but his rampage inadvertently fires adventure-seeking D.J. Drake. As they're both at the mercy of their exasperated bosses, they team up to rescue D.J.'s A-list dad from evil clutches, all while evading Kate and Bugs' attempts to reign in their mayhem.

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1

Eight Years Later

The story begins eight years after the iconic 'Space Jam' as Warner Brothers in Hollywood plans a new Bugs Bunny movie. The studio is eager to create a new hit, but tension brews behind the scenes.

Warner Brothers Studio, Hollywood, Los Angeles
2

Daffy's Jealousy

Bugs Bunny catches the spotlight, igniting jealousy in Daffy Duck, who wants a significant role in the upcoming film. Fed up with only playing villainous characters, Daffy seeks his chance to shine.

3

Daffy is Fired

Studio executive Katelyn 'Kate' Houghton assesses the situation and decides to fire Daffy, deeming him unfit to attract audiences. This decision sparks a chaotic scene as Daffy is escorted off the lot.

Warner Brothers Studio
4

The Wild Chase

Daffy's defiance results in a wild chase through the streets of Hollywood, where he causes mayhem, including the toppling of the Warner Bros. Water Tower. DJ, tasked with escorting Daffy out, finds himself caught up in the chaos.

Hollywood, Los Angeles
5

Unemployment Strikes

After the incident, both Daffy and DJ find themselves unemployed. DJ returns home to discover a hidden message from his father, a famous actor who also leads a double life as a secret spy.

DJ's Home
6

A Dire Threat

The hidden message reveals that DJ's father has been kidnapped by Doctor Luther J. Chairman of the Acme Corporation, who is on a mission to find the powerful Blue Monkey Diamond. The gem has the ability to transform humans into monkeys.

7

Quest for the Diamond

DJ teams up with Daffy to find the Blue Monkey Diamond and rescue his father. To start their adventure, they travel in DJ's vintage yellow Gremlin car, determined to thwart the villain's plans.

8

Las Vegas Encounter

The duo arrives in Las Vegas, where they meet Dusty Tails at Yosemite Sam’s casino hotel. Dusty provides them with a crucial clue involving a queen of diamonds playing card that details the way to the Blue Monkey.

Las Vegas
9

Desert Dilemma

While being chased by Yosemite Sam and disguised Acme agents, DJ and Daffy make a narrow escape into the desert. Here, they fortuitously discover a Walmart, enabling them to gather vital supplies for the next leg of their journey.

Desert
10

Information from Mother

Their adventure leads them to Area #52, where an enigmatic employee named Mother shares important information about the Blue Monkey's powers. Just as they piece together clues, they are ambushed by Marvin the Martian and his extraterrestrial gang.

Area #52
11

The Mona Lisa Revelation

DJ uncovers that the card contains an X-Ray image of the Mona Lisa. After a covert visit to the Louvre in Paris, they find a map hidden within the famous painting that directs them to the location of the legendary gem.

Louvre Museum, Paris
12

Betrayal from Elmer

As they make strides towards their goal, Elmer J. Fudd is unveiled as an Acme agent. He attempts to sabotage DJ and Daffy's mission, creating an intense confrontation that heightens the stakes.

13

Kate's Capture

The situation worsens when Mr. Smith, Chairman's assistant, captures Kate, planning to escape by helicopter. DJ, driven by determination, orchestrates a daring rescue to save her.

14

Journey to Africa

United, DJ, Kate, Daffy, and Bugs journey to the jungles of Africa in search of the Blue Monkey. They encounter Granny and her pets, who are revealed to be disguised agents of Acme, leading to their capture.

Jungles of Africa
15

Final Showdown

At the Acme Corporation headquarters, DJ, Kate, and Bugs face off against Marvin, who intends to use the Blue Monkey's powers for world domination. Through DJ's bravery, they ultimately thwart his plans and save humanity.

Acme Corporation Headquarters
16

The Truth Revealed

In a surprising twist, Daffy and Bugs learn that their grand adventure was entirely scripted, set on a film stage. Embracing their camaraderie, they laugh off the experience, ending the tale on a humorous note.

Last Updated: November 07, 2024 at 22:52

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