Overview
- Warner Bros. finished but shelved Coyote vs. Acme in 2023 in a move reported as a roughly $30 million tax write-down that kept the completed film out of theaters.
- Independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment bought worldwide rights in 2024–25 for a reported near $50 million and prepared a wide theatrical relaunch.
- The film opened in theaters on Friday, August 28, 2026, and earned about $1.7 million in Thursday previews while tracking for an $11–$15 million opening weekend.
- Critics responded strongly in early screenings, with aggregated scores in the mid‑90s and positive reviews emphasizing its live‑action/animation craft and satire.
- Cast and filmmakers publicly celebrated the release after public and industry campaigning, and the weekend box office will be watched for signs that rescued projects can recover value and prompt scrutiny of studio accounting practices.