Overview

• The new 'Anaconda' is directed by Tom Gormican, known for 'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent,' with a script co-written by Gormican and Kevin Etten.
• Paul Rudd and Jack Black lead the cast in this comedic reimagining, joined by Daniela Melchior in a story about friends facing midlife crises in the rainforest.
• The original 1997 'Anaconda' featured a documentary crew battling a giant snake and became a cult classic despite mixed critical reception.
• Sony announced the reboot with a humorous promotional video where Black and Rudd promised a 'big f---in' snake' and a mix of scares and laughs.
• The film is set for release on December 25, 2025, positioning itself as a major holiday release alongside other high-profile films.