WB Looney Tunes NFT Launch

The Business Problem: Stagnant Fan Engagement
Warner Bros. needed to modernize a nearly 100-year-old IP for a digital-native audience. Traditional merchandising and linear content weren't enough to build a "community"; they needed a way to drive long-term loyalty and create a new revenue stream that transformed passive viewers into active stakeholders.

The Insight: Nostalgia + Ownership = Value
Fans don't just want to watch Bugs Bunny; they want to own a piece of his legacy. By leveraging the scarcity and utility of blockchain technology, WB realized they could turn "collecting" into an interactive experience where the NFT acts as a digital membership card to the future of the franchise.

The Solution: The "What’s Up Block?" Program
WB launched 10,000 unique generative Looney Tunes avatars on the Palm network. Unlike static art, these NFTs featured:
Story-Driven Utility: Owners gained access to exclusive content and upcoming "episodes."
Gamification: Challenges and rewards that kept the community engaged long after the initial purchase.
Low Barrier to Entry: A focus on eco-friendly minting and credit card accessibility to attract non-crypto natives.

Results: A Reinvigorated Digital Fanbase
Rapid Sell-Out: Demonstrated high market demand for legacy IP in Web3.
Community Growth: Thousands of fans joined dedicated social channels (Discord), creating a direct-to-consumer feedback loop.
Blueprint for Success: Established a repeatable model for how major studios can bridge the gap between classic animation and decentralized technology.