A prominent newspaper headlines heralding Bugs Bunny's purported enthusiasm to partake as the inaugural passenger on a historic lunar expedition. Contrarily, Bugs vehemently protests this endeavor as he is forcibly conveyed toward the awaiting rocket, only acquiescing upon discovering the presence of his beloved carrots amongst the cargo. With a thunderous roar, the rocket propels into the celestial expanse, ensnaring Bugs within its confines as he futilely endeavors to abort the mission.
Upon lunar touchdown, Bug's initial panic dissipates, replaced by a sense of awe as he navigates the desolate lunar landscape, cognizant of his unprecedented status as the first terrestrial being to tread upon its surface. Encountering an enigmatic Martian, later identified as Marvin the Martian, Bugs is compelled to inquire about the Martian's clandestine machinations aimed at Earth's annihilation. In a display of cunning, Bugs absconds with the Martian's weapon, the purportedly formidable Uranium PU-36 Explosive Space Modulator, only to unveil its mundane essence as a mere stick of dynamite. Amidst ensuing confrontations with Marvin's loyal canine companion, K-9, Bugs employs his trademark wit and flattery to outmaneuver the Martian's machinations and reclaim the modulator.
Subterfuge ensues as Bugs, assuming a Martian guise, orchestrates a ruse culminating in the detonation of the dynamite-laden modulator, resulting in a cataclysmic lunar upheaval. Amidst the chaos, Bug's precarious predicament prompts a plea for rescue, epitomizing his signature blend of resourcefulness and levity in the face of adversity.
^Beck, Jerry; Friedwald, Will (1989). Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies: A Complete Illustrated Guide to the Warner Bros. Cartoons. Henry Holt and Co. p. 187. ISBN0-8050-0894-2.
