The Looney Tunes Show – Season 1, Episode 12: “Double Date / Be Polite”
The Looney Tunes Show continues to hit its stride in Season 1, blending witty modern humor with classic cartoon charm. Episode 12 is a standout thanks to its perfectly timed comedic beats and character-focused stories. Titled “Double Date” and “Be Polite,” this episode dives deep into the dynamics of awkward romance and misguided manners—with hilarious results.
Whether you're a longtime Looney Tunes fan or just discovering this clever reboot, Episode 12 offers a perfect mix of relationship chaos and social commentary—all wrapped in the show’s signature slapstick style.
💑 Part 1: “Double Date”
The episode kicks off with the segment “Double Date,” where misunderstandings, mismatched couples, and over-the-top expectations collide in the funniest way possible.
🦆 Daffy’s Brilliant (?) Idea
After learning that Bugs and Lola are an item, Daffy Duck insists on organizing a double date—mostly so he and his girlfriend, Tina Russo, can compare themselves to Bugs and Lola. Daffy imagines it as a power move, a way to prove that he too is in a “serious, stable, and successful relationship.” Of course, nothing involving Daffy ever goes as planned.
He convinces Bugs to join, and what follows is a dinner outing that quickly unravels into chaos. Daffy’s goal? Show off, compete, and somehow come out looking like the “better” couple. Unsurprisingly, it backfires spectacularly.
🍽️ The Dinner Date Disaster
At the restaurant, tensions start to rise as Daffy brags, interrupts, and tries to dominate every conversation. He orders expensive dishes he can’t afford, mispronounces the menu items, and constantly tries to upstage Bugs. Tina, as always, is the voice of reason—but even she starts losing patience with Daffy’s antics.
Meanwhile, Lola is being... well, Lola. She’s overly affectionate, erratic in her conversation topics, and constantly daydreaming about wedding plans that Bugs never agreed to. Bugs remains calm and polite, but his growing discomfort is obvious.
The beauty of this segment is in its small, awkward moments: forced smiles, clinking silverware, silence after a bad joke, and Lola’s enthusiastic oversharing. It’s all painfully familiar for anyone who’s been on an uncomfortable double date.
🧠 Character Dynamics
This episode highlights how different these characters really are when it comes to relationships:
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Daffy wants admiration but doesn't understand how to be a supportive partner.
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Tina just wants a normal, adult evening—but ends up babysitting Daffy.
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Lola lives in her fantasy world, believing she and Bugs are the perfect couple.
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Bugs is along for the ride, trying to keep the peace while silently screaming inside.
The mix of these personalities creates natural comedy without relying on slapstick alone. It’s character-driven humor at its best.
🙊 Part 2: “Be Polite”
The second segment, “Be Polite,” shifts focus to manners and social etiquette, but through the delightfully absurd lens of Looney Tunes logic.
🐰 Bugs Tries to Help
When Bugs Bunny notices that Daffy is constantly offending people—neighbors, store clerks, waiters, and pretty much everyone else—he suggests that Daffy try being a little more polite. Daffy, of course, is shocked at the accusation. He believes he’s already extremely charming (he’s not).
To help Daffy improve, Bugs gives him a book titled “The Art of Politeness,” hoping it’ll curb some of Daffy’s more explosive habits.
📖 Daffy’s Manners Overload
Instead of reading the book casually or taking the advice in moderation, Daffy goes to the extreme. He starts speaking in an old-fashioned, overly formal manner—bowing, tipping imaginary hats, and using outdated phrases like “my dearest good sir.” His attempt to be polite turns into a parody of etiquette school, and instead of winning people over, he ends up annoying them even more.
Daffy’s politeness becomes disruptive. He insists on holding doors for too long, apologizes excessively, and gives long-winded toasts at inappropriate times. Eventually, it becomes clear that trying too hard to be polite is just as frustrating as being rude.
😅 The Lesson (Sort of)
The segment ends with Bugs gently reminding Daffy that being polite isn’t about fancy words or dramatic gestures—it’s about consideration. Of course, this lesson flies right over Daffy’s head, and by the final scene, he’s back to his old self—loud, proud, and oblivious.
🎨 Animation & Voice Acting
As always, the animation remains smooth and expressive, especially during the dinner scenes in “Double Date,” where facial expressions do a lot of the heavy lifting. The voice work is top-notch:
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Jeff Bergman continues to shine as both Bugs and Daffy, giving each character a distinct energy.
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Kristen Wiig’s Lola Bunny is delightfully unhinged and sweet.
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Jennifer Esposito’s Tina Russo brings calm, grounded sarcasm that balances the chaos.
😂 Best Moments
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Daffy asking a waiter if “sparkling water comes with real sparkles.”
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Lola showing Bugs a sketchbook of their “future children.”
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Daffy’s over-politeness leading to him apologizing to a tree for “invading its space.”
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Tina finally snapping and telling Daffy to “just be normal for once.”
🧠 Final Thoughts
Episode 12 of The Looney Tunes Show is another fantastic example of how the series blends modern-day scenarios with timeless character humor. “Double Date” is a masterclass in awkward social comedy, while “Be Polite” serves up a hilarious reminder that too much of anything—even manners—can be a bad thing.
With sharp writing, relatable moments, and top-tier performances, this episode is one of the season’s most well-rounded entries.
Rating: 9/10 – A hilariously awkward, wildly fun double feature.