AceShowbiz - Fans of classic animation have a reason to celebrate as "The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie" secures its theatrical release in North America. Originally announced in 2021 for HBO Max and Cartoon Network, the movie faced an uncertain fate after being pulled from the streaming platform in 2022. However, in an exciting turn of events, GFM Animation alongside Ketchup Entertainment have ensured that the much-anticipated film will hit the big screen later this year.

Directed by Pete Browngardt, acclaimed creator of Cartoon Network's "Uncle Grandpa" and a significant contributor to "Looney Tunes Cartoons", this film unites iconic characters Porky Pig and Daffy Duck as they take on the challenge of saving Earth from an alien invasion. The movie is described as a sci-fi buddy action comedy where our heroes stumble upon a sinister alien mind control plot during a mishap at a bubble gum factory. With hilarious antics and the fate of the world at stake, Porky and Daffy must navigate their differences to become the unlikely saviors.

" 'The Day the Earth Blew Up' is a historical moment for the 'Looney Tunes' franchise, and we are proud to be partnering with Warner Bros. Animation to bring this film to audiences theatrically. We cannot wait for audiences of all ages to experience one of the smartest animated films in recent years," said Gareth West, CEO of Ketchup Entertainment.

The film premiered at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June and received positive reviews. An article remarked, " 'The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie' has enough gags per minute to leave audiences short of breath with laughter, but also a big heart that shows why these characters are so beloved even after nearly 90 years. With crisp animation, some truly hilarious and bizarre gags, and a plot that hearkens back to 1950s sci-fi, this is the 'Looney Tunes' movie fans have been waiting for."

Eric Bauza reprises his iconic roles as Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, while Candi Milo voices Petunia Pig, and Peter MacNicol takes on the role of the alien Invader. Additional voice talents include Fred Tatasciore, Laraine Newman and Wayne Knight.

The comeback of the "Looney Tunes" franchise to theaters is seen as not just a nostalgic return but an embrace of new storytelling techniques that modern audiences will enjoy. The exact release date for "The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie" is still to be announced, but fans can look forward to seeing their favorite characters back in a fresh and exciting adventure soon.