Warner Bros. Nears $50M Deal to Sell Shelved 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film

If finalized, the live-action/animated hybrid starring John Cena and Will Forte is expected to hit theaters in 2026 under Ketchup Entertainment's distribution.

Warner Bros. is in advanced negotiations to sell 'Coyote vs. Acme' to Ketchup Entertainment for approximately $50 million, though the deal is not yet finalized.
The film was shelved in November 2023 as part of a $30 million tax write-off, sparking criticism from the creative community and fans.
Directed by Dave Green, the movie features Wile E. Coyote suing the Acme Corporation for faulty products, with Will Forte and John Cena in leading roles.
Ketchup Entertainment recently released another rescued Looney Tunes film, 'The Day the Earth Blew Up,' which grossed over $5 million globally.
If the acquisition is completed, 'Coyote vs. Acme' is expected to receive a theatrical release in 2026, marking a potential revival for the Looney Tunes franchise.