Coyote vs. Acme Film May Hit Theaters Despite Cancellation

According to a report by Deadline, the previously shelved Warner Bros. film, Coyote vs. Acme, may soon find its way to audiences after all. Los Angeles-based independent film production and distribution company, Ketchup Entertainment, is currently engaged in deep negotiations to acquire the rights to this completed movie. While the deal is not yet finalized, a successful acquisition could lead to a theatrical release of Coyote vs. Acme in 2026.

Originally announced in 2022, Coyote vs. Acme is based on a 1990 New Yorker article by Ian Frazier and co-written by James Gunn. The film stars Will Forte and John Cena and was initially slated for a mid-2023 release on Max. However, despite having completed filming, the project was unexpectedly shelved, prompting a dedicated campaign to save it.

Ketchup Entertainment has a history of rescuing films from similar fates. They recently saved Warner Bros.' The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie from cancellation, securing it a theatrical release in the US. This film marks the first fully animated Looney Tunes movie to hit theaters and has been praised by IGN as a "laugh-out-loud riot."

Ketchup Entertainment's portfolio also includes other notable releases such as Hellboy: The Crooked Man and the Robert Rodriguez thriller Hypnotic, starring Ben Affleck. Additionally, the company co-produced Michael Mann's 2023 Ferrari biopic, showcasing their commitment to bringing diverse and engaging films to the screen.