<P> Looney Tunes ' name was inspired by Walt Disney 's musical series Silly Symphonies . They initially showcased Warner - owned musical compositions through the adventures of cartoon characters such as Bosko and Buddy . The animation studio rose to greater fame , however , following their addition of directors Tex Avery and Chuck Jones and voice actor Mel Blanc . From 1942 to 1964 , Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies were the most popular animated shorts in movie theaters . </P>
where did the name looney tunes come from
name was inspired by Walt Disney 's musical series Silly Symphonies