One of the most controversial aspects of the HQ Project is its stated policy on the so-called "Censored Eleven" (the 11 shorts withdrawn from distribution in 1968 for racial stereotypes) and other culturally sensitive material.
Do you have a favorite Looney Tunes era? Is it the surrealism of Bob Clampett or the wit of Chuck Jones? Let us know in the comments below! Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies HQ Project
Scheduled for a soft launch in Q3 2026, the digital arm of the will be a streaming-like platform unlike anything Disney or HBO Max has offered. One of the most controversial aspects of the
The HQ Project was launched to rectify these historical errors, treating these 6-to-9-minute cartoons not as disposable children's entertainment, but as vital American art. Technical Restoration Breakthroughs Let us know in the comments below
A list of the included in the project. The difference between "Blue Ribbon" and original titles .
: Project contributors meticulously track the restoration status of the library. As of early 2025, approximately 851 of the 1,003 original shorts have been identified as restored in some form of high definition. Historical Significance of the Library
The represents one of the most ambitious, fan-led preservation efforts in animation history. For decades, Warner Bros. distributed its classic theatrical shorts through various television networks, home video formats, and streaming platforms. However, these official releases often left fans frustrated due to heavy censoring, poor color grading, digital artifacting, and aggressive digital noise reduction (DNR) that erased fine line art.