The Blu-ray’s third disc is a treasure trove for animation historians:
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Essential. If you own only one Looney Tunes home video release, make it this one.
If “19” refers to another set (like a bootleg or a fan numbering), or if you meant the Golden Collection Volumes 1–6 (released 2003–2008), let me know and I’ll tailor the write-up accordingly. Otherwise, the above covers the officially recognized Platinum Volume 1 in depth. Looney Tunes Platinum Collection - Volume 1 -19...
| Feature | Platinum Vol. 1 (Blu-ray) | Golden Collection Vol. 1 (DVD) | |--------|----------------------------|--------------------------------| | Video | 1080p, restored | 480p, good but dated | | Audio | Original mono, lossless | Dolby Digital | | Number of shorts | 50 | 56 (but different selection) | | Extras | Fewer but high-quality docs | More commentaries, vintage TV specials | | Censored shorts | Some omitted (e.g., Coal Black) | Vol. 3 includes some controversial | | Best for | Picture quality + iconic hits | Completeness + deep dives |
Verdict: If you own only one Looney Tunes set, make it Platinum Vol. 1 on Blu-ray. The Blu-ray’s third disc is a treasure trove
Released by Warner Home Video on November 15, 2011 (Blu-ray) and July 3, 2012 (DVD), Looney Tunes Platinum Collection: Volume 1 is the crown jewel of Warner Bros.’ efforts to restore and present their classic animated shorts. It is the first of three “Platinum” collections (followed by Volume 2 in 2012 and Volume 3 in 2014), each designed to supersede earlier DVD sets like the Golden Collection series.
As of 2025, The Looney Tunes Platinum Collection – Volume 1 has fluctuated between "in print" and "out of print." Due to Warner Bros. Discovery's shift toward streaming (Max), physical media production has slowed. If “19” refers to another set (like a
Note to buyers: Beware of the UK "Essentials" release or the DVD version of "Platinum." The DVD version lacks the high-bitrate video quality that makes the animation pop. You want the Blu-ray Volume 1.
This is the most important part of the guide.
The "Restoration" Controversy: For decades, Warner Bros. released cartoons that were "dubbed" (replacing original title cards) or heavily cropped. The Platinum Collection fixed almost all of these issues.
Released in 2011, this was the first time classic Looney Tunes were given a true high-definition restoration (1080p). While the earlier Golden Collection (DVD) had more episodes, Platinum Vol. 1 offers superior picture quality, original audio, and carefully curated shorts.