plot

"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is set in 1947 Los Angeles, where animated characters, or Toons, coexist with humans. The plot centers around Roger Rabbit, a bumbling but lovable Toon who works for Maroon Cartoons. When Marvin Acme, the owner of the Acme Corporation and rumored to be having an affair with Roger's wife, Jessica Rabbit, is found murdered, Roger becomes the prime suspect.

Private detective Eddie Valiant, who harbors a deep resentment toward Toons due to a personal tragedy, is hired to clear Roger’s name. As Eddie investigates, he discovers that Jessica has her own secrets and that the case is more complex than it initially seemed. Eddie's search leads him to uncover a nefarious scheme orchestrated by Judge Doom, a menacing Toon who has sinister plans for Toontown.

Judge Doom is revealed to be behind both the murder and a plot to demolish Toontown to build a freeway. The film’s climax features a tense showdown between Eddie, Roger, and Judge Doom, culminating in the exposure of Doom’s true identity and his ultimate defeat. Eddie, with the help of Roger and Jessica, manages to thwart Doom’s plans.

In the aftermath, Toontown is saved, and Roger is exonerated. Eddie’s attitude towards Toons shifts, and he begins to appreciate their value and humanity. The film ends on a hopeful note, highlighting themes of redemption, justice, and the power of friendship.

"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is notable for its innovative blend of live-action and animation, and it provides a satirical and entertaining look at Hollywood and the detective genre.