Looney Tunes Finds New Streaming Home on Tubi

Tune In: A New Era for Classic Animation!

A New Digital Home for Beloved Characters

Following a turbulent period with HBO Max, the iconic Looney Tunes franchise has secured a welcoming platform on Tubi, a free, ad-supported streaming service. As of last Friday, an impressive library of 789 early short films from the animated series is now readily available for streaming, offering fans a fresh opportunity to enjoy these timeless classics.

Expanding the Animated Universe on Tubi

Tubi is rapidly solidifying its position as a primary hub for animated entertainment, especially for Warner Bros. Discovery's classic properties. The recently added Looney Tunes shorts complement existing content on the streamer, which already includes the 2010s' The Looney Tunes Show, The Sylvester & Tweety Mysteries, and the Tom and Jerry: Chuck Jones Collection. This growing collection underscores Tubi's commitment to becoming a comprehensive archive for classic animation enthusiasts.

Navigating Past Streaming Challenges and Future Prospects

This strategic move to Tubi comes after Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of HBO Max, made the decision in 2023 to remove a significant portion of its Looney Tunes catalog from the platform. The franchise also faced setbacks with film releases; The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie, initially slated for a 2022 HBO Max debut, experienced delays but was eventually released in theaters in 2024 (and is now, ironically, streaming on HBO Max). Similarly, Coyote vs. Acme, despite facing tax write-off treatments, is now scheduled for a theatrical release in 2026. These developments collectively suggest that the current decade may indeed witness a vibrant resurgence for the Looney Tunes brand, with Tubi playing a pivotal role in this revival.