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Indie Looney Tunes Trailer Breaks First-Day Views Record
entertainment1 month ago

Indie Looney Tunes Trailer Breaks First-Day Views Record

Coyote vs. Acme, Ketchup Entertainment’s live-action/animation Looney Tunes movie, clocked 25.6 million views in its first 24 hours—the most ever for an indie family-film trailer—surpassing the prior indie record set by King of Kings. The film stars Will Forte, Lana Condor and John Cena, features Looney Tunes cameos, and opens August 28 after Warner Bros. shelved it in 2023; Ketchup paid about $50 million for global rights on a production budget around $70 million.

via Deadline|
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Looney Tunes Legal Clash: First Trailer for Coyote vs. Acme Drops
trailers1 month ago

Looney Tunes Legal Clash: First Trailer for Coyote vs. Acme Drops

The first trailer for Coyote vs. Acme introduces a meta-Looney Tunes courtroom comedy, with Will Forte as Wile E. Coyote’s lawyer and John Cena representing Acme, plus Lana Condor in the cast; after Warner Bros. shelved the film in 2023, Ketchup Entertainment picked up rights and will release it on August 28, signaling broad family appeal despite the studio shakeup.

via Gizmodo|
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Looney Tunes Legal Comedy Trailer Sets Coyote’s Case for Theaters
film1 month ago

Looney Tunes Legal Comedy Trailer Sets Coyote’s Case for Theaters

The trailer for Coyote vs. Acme, a long-delayed live‑action/animation hybrid, drops ahead of its theatrical debut on August 28, 2026. The movie, directed by Dave Green with Will Forte as Wile E. Coyote’s attorney and John Cena facing off as opposing counsel, mixes courtroom comedy with the Looney Tunes universe. Based on a 1990 New Yorker article, the screenplay by Samy Burch reimagines a legal case against the Acme Corporation; the project was originally developed for HBO Max and finished with about a $70 million budget before Warner Bros. canceled it in 2023. It was later sold to Ketchup Entertainment in 2025, reviving its release plans for a global theatrical run this summer.

via Variety|
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Coyote vs. Acme Trailer Signals Looney Tunes Live-Action Theatrical Return
entertainment1 month ago

Coyote vs. Acme Trailer Signals Looney Tunes Live-Action Theatrical Return

The new trailer for Coyote vs. Acme previews a live-action/animation Looney Tunes feature directed by Dave Green, where Wile E. Coyote sues the Acme Corporation with Will Forte as his attorney and John Cena opposing counsel. After Warner Bros. dropped the project in 2023, the finished film—budget reportedly around $70 million—was picked up by Ketchup Entertainment in 2025 for a global theatrical rollout, opening August 28.

via Yahoo News Canada|
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Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Shelved "Coyote vs. Acme" Film
entertainment2 years ago

Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Shelved "Coyote vs. Acme" Film

Will Forte expresses frustration and disappointment over the indefinite shelving of the "Coyote vs. Acme" movie by Warner Bros. Discovery, citing the film's quality and the hard work of the cast and crew. The decision not to release the movie was reportedly due to the studio's shift towards theatrical releases and the inability to recoup production costs through streaming offers. The cancellation has sparked social media backlash, with many calling for the film's release and criticizing the studio's decision.

via IndieWire|
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Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Warner Bros. Decision to Axe "Coyote vs. Acme" Film
entertainment2 years ago

Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Warner Bros. Decision to Axe "Coyote vs. Acme" Film

Will Forte expresses frustration over Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to shelve the animated/live-action hybrid movie Coyote Vs. Acme, describing it as "incredible" and lamenting the studio's refusal to release it despite the hard work and dedication of the cast and crew. Despite attempts to save the film, it seems unlikely that it will ever see the light of day, leaving fans disappointed.

via The A.V. Club|
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Will Forte Expresses Disappointment Over Scrapped 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film
movies2 years ago

Will Forte Expresses Disappointment Over Scrapped 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film

Actor Will Forte expressed sadness after finally watching "Coyote vs. Acme," a film Warner Bros. refused to release, calling it "incredible" and praising its humor and visual appeal. Despite positive feedback, the studio reportedly wrote off $115 million for abandoning films, leading to speculation that the movie is officially dead, although the studio has not confirmed this.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Shelved 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film, Calls It "Incredible"
entertainment2 years ago

Will Forte Expresses Frustration Over Shelved 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film, Calls It "Incredible"

Actor Will Forte expressed frustration and disappointment after Warner Bros. decided not to release the completed film "Coyote vs. Acme," despite his belief in its quality. The studio opted for a tax write-off and has no plans to release the movie, which was originally set for a 2023 release. This decision is part of a pattern, with Warner Bros. also shelving two other completed films, signaling a shift in the studio's priorities under new leadership.

via Variety|
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"Will Forte Expresses Disappointment Over Uncertain Future of 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film"
entertainment2 years ago

"Will Forte Expresses Disappointment Over Uncertain Future of 'Coyote vs. Acme' Film"

Actor Will Forte expresses disappointment over the cancellation of the animated film "Coyote vs. Acme" by Warner Bros, despite praising its quality, humor, and emotional resonance. The decision to axe the movie was influenced by cost-cutting measures and the studio's focus on producing hits. The move has sparked backlash from the animation community and industry figures, with attempts to sell the film to streaming services falling short.

via Deadline|
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"Coyote vs. Acme: The Battle for Its Fate"
entertainment2 years ago

"Coyote vs. Acme: The Battle for Its Fate"

Warner Bros. head David Zaslav allegedly planned to cancel the movie Coyote vs. Acme without even watching it, leaving filmmakers in the dark about the reasons for its cancellation. The fate of the film will likely be decided before the end of February, with many in the industry expressing support for its release and criticizing the lack of communication from the studio. The situation has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the trust between the artistic community and studios.

via Gizmodo|
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Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Offers for 'Coyote vs. Acme'
entertainment2 years ago

Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Offers for 'Coyote vs. Acme'

Warner Bros. Discovery rejected offers from Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount to release the film Coyote vs. Acme, despite the studios' interest and "handsome offers." The decision was made by executives who had not seen the finished movie, and the studio reportedly refused to hear any counteroffers. The reasons behind the repeated refusal remain unclear, but it appears that the studio's leadership is not interested in releasing the film through streaming or in theaters, raising concerns among filmmakers working with the studio.

via The Verge|
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"Coyote vs. Acme: The Demise of a Looney Tunes Movie"
entertainment2 years ago

"Coyote vs. Acme: The Demise of a Looney Tunes Movie"

Warner Bros. initially canceled the live-action/animated hybrid movie "Coyote vs. Acme," but after public outcry, they allowed the filmmakers to shop it around. Despite interest and offers from Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount, Warner Bros. demanded a high price and refused to negotiate, ultimately leading to the movie's uncertain fate. With the studio's earnings call approaching, the film's future looks bleak, and it may face deletion without finding a new home. The situation highlights the challenges and complexities of studio negotiations and the impact on film production.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
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