Ketchup Entertainment in Talks for 'Coyote vs. Acme'

Warner Bros.' shelved film 'Coyote vs. Acme,' centered around Wile E. Coyote suing the Acme Corporation, is likely to see a theatrical release after Ketchup Entertainment entered negotiations to acquire the film for $50 million. The hybrid live-action/animation film, which stars John Cena and Will Forte, was initially set for a mid-2023 release but was shelved for a tax write-off in 2023. The deal, if finalized, would allow 'Coyote vs. Acme' to be released in theaters in 2026. Ketchup Entertainment has previously succeeded in releasing another Looney Tunes film, 'The Day the Earth Blew Up,' which it rescued from a similar fate. This potential acquisition reflects a broader trend of Warner Bros. shelving films for cost-cutting reasons, only for other companies to step in and secure releases. Fans and test audiences have shown strong support for the film, increasing the likelihood of a successful theatrical run.