Coyote vs Acme: A Looney Tunes Film Salvation?

For fans of Warner Bros., it’s been a challenging period due to their extensive control over numerous IPs and characters. Although efforts like James Gunn and Peter Safran’s DC Universe have been evident, there’s also been an apparent downsizing of content in the pursuit of tax savings and profit. One such casualty was the hybrid live-action-animated film “Coyote vs. Acme“, which sought a new distributor last year but ended up being put on hold. However, fresh news brings hope for the movie’s revival, as a potential new purchaser has emerged in the negotiation process.

According to a recent report from Deadline, Ketchup Entertainment, known for distributing and financing films like “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie,” is in advanced talks about acquiring a movie focusing on Wile E. Coyote’s legal dispute with Acme Corporation. It’s important to note that while these negotiations are ongoing, no deal has been finalized yet, and there remains a possibility that the project could still fall through as it has in previous attempts.

If Ketchup Entertainment manages to seal a deal, the movie “Coyote vs. Acme” might be released in 2026, so fans will have to exercise patience for a while longer before they can catch this long-awaited production. The diverse collection of movies that Ketchup Entertainment has acquired recently is expanding steadily, and if all goes well, “Coyote vs. Acme” could become the most prominent film they’ve secured so far.

Coyote vs Acme‘ Is One of Many Films That Deserve a Wide Release

Under the direction of Dave Green, who has previously worked on “Earth to Echo” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows”, and written by Samy Burch, James Gunn, and Jeremy Slater, the upcoming film “Coyote vs Acme” promises an exciting watch. The movie boasts a star-studded cast including Will Forte, John Cena, and Lana Condor. In this courtroom drama, Forte’s character, acting as Wile E.’s lawyer, gradually forms a unique bond with the titular cartoon character during their legal endeavors.

Ketchup Entertainment’s endeavor to revive their animation project stirs anticipation among animation enthusiasts and Looney Tunes fans, potentially indicating that dormant projects within Warner Bros.’ library might still have a chance. Other titles put on hold by the company include the animated film “Scoob! Holiday Haunt” and the live-action “Batgirl,” helmed by directors Bilall Fallah and Adil El Arbi. Although it appears improbable, there’s now a possibility that a late-stage deal could breathe new life into a shelved production.

It’s even more thrilling that both “The Day the Earth Blew Up” and “Coyote vs. Acme” were initially intended for streaming, but the former was given a theatrical release after being bought by Ketchup. The debate about the impact of streaming on movie theaters is well-known, and it’s become quite unusual to watch animated films like these on the big screen. Here’s hoping that “Coyote vs. Acme” gets the theatrical release it seems fitting for.

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2025-03-19 22:33