Overview

• Completed in 2022, Coyote vs. Acme was shelved by Warner Bros. in November 2023 to secure a $30 million tax write-off and faced possible deletion.
• In March 2025, Ketchup Entertainment acquired worldwide rights to the film in a deal valued at about $50 million.
• The live-action/animated comedy starring John Cena and Will Forte is now slated for a theatrical release in 2026.
• John Cena said he recently viewed the finished film and praised its entertainment value while expressing relief that it escaped the “dusty box.”
• Will Forte publicly criticized Warner Bros. for shelving the movie and pledged to promote the film vigorously once it reaches audiences.