Coyote Vs. Acme Movie May Still See Theatrical Release
Amidst a landscape often dominated by discouraging entertainment news, a recent report offers a ray of hope for the shelved Coyote Vs. Acme film. Negotiations are reportedly underway at Warner Bros. that could potentially bring the movie to cinemas in 2026.
Background: Shelving and Backlash
Coyote Vs. Acme, a hybrid live-action/animated comedy, centers on Wile E. Coyote’s lawsuit against Acme Corporation for its consistently faulty and hazardous products – the very items central to his perpetual, and often unsuccessful, pursuit of the Road Runner. Warner Bros. controversially shelved the completed film in November 2023, reportedly seeking a $30 million tax benefit. This decision sparked considerable public outcry, prompting the studio to explore alternative options for the movie’s distribution.
Despite efforts to find a new home for Coyote Vs. Acme, no agreement materialized, and the film’s release appeared increasingly unlikely. However, recent developments suggest a potential turnaround.
Ketchup Entertainment in Acquisition Talks
According to a report by Deadline on March 19, Warner Bros. is currently in discussions to sell Coyote Vs. Acme to Ketchup Entertainment, a smaller media firm. The proposed deal would see Ketchup Entertainment acquire the movie for $50 million, contingent upon the successful completion of negotiations. If finalized, this agreement could pave the way for a theatrical debut as early as next year, according to Deadline’s sources.
Both Warner Bros. and Ketchup Entertainment have declined to officially comment on the ongoing negotiations.
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Precedent for Success
Ketchup Entertainment has recent experience rescuing Warner Bros. animated projects. They previously acquired and released Looney Tunes: The Day the Earth Blew Up after it was canceled by WB in August 2022. That animated feature achieved over $5.5 million at the box office with minimal marketing, demonstrating Ketchup’s ability to successfully distribute Looney Tunes content.
Hopes for a Wider Audience
With stars like John Cena and Will Forte attached, there is optimism that Coyote Vs. Acme could attract an even larger audience in theaters than Ketchup Entertainment’s previous Looney Tunes venture. For now, fans and industry observers await further developments on this potential deal.