Coyote vs. Acme escapes death by Warner Bros. Discovery, gets 2026 release date
Briefly

Coyote vs. Acme is confirmed for release on August 28, 2026, after being shelved by Warner Bros. Discovery. It centers on Wile E. Coyote suing the Acme Corporation for products that have caused him extensive harm. Filmed in 2022, the movie faced cancellation and was eventually picked up by Ketchup Entertainment. Directed by Dave Green, it features actors like Will Forte and John Cena. The film had been initially planned for release in 2023 before tax write-offs altered its fate, prompting backlash from fans and creators alike.
Coyote vs. Acme focuses on Wile E. Coyote suing the Acme Corporation for defective products that have caused him significant harm during his pursuits of the Road Runner.
Ketchup Entertainment acquired the film after it was shelved by Warner Bros. Discovery, which had originally planned its release in 2023 but opted for a tax write-off.
The film, a hybrid of animation and live-action, features a cast including Will Forte, John Cena, Lana Condor, and is directed by Dave Green.
Directors and fans faced challenges when Warner Bros. Discovery canceled the movie; widespread backlash led to Ketchup Entertainment eventually stepping in to distribute.
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