Warner Bros. Reverses Decision to Shelve 'Coyote vs. Acme' Following Industry Backlash

Completed Film to be Shopped to Other Distributors Amid Criticism of Studio's 'Anti-Art' Practices

Warner Bros. Discovery has reversed its decision to shelve the completed film 'Coyote vs. Acme' for a $30 million tax write-off, and is now allowing it to be shopped to other potential distributors.
The decision follows backlash from the creative community, including the film's director Dave Green and other industry professionals, who criticized the studio's move as 'anti-art' and detrimental to the film industry.
The film, which is a live-action animation hybrid from Warner Bros.' 'Looney Tunes' universe, had reportedly tested well with audiences and had been completed in 2022.
This is the third instance in less than two years in which Warner Bros. Discovery has announced its plan to withhold a fully completed film’s release in order to get a tax break.
Potential buyers for the film include Amazon Prime Video, Apple, and Netflix, with screenings for these potential distributors being set up.