Ketchup Entertainment Purchases COYOTE VS ACME From WB Discovery, Plans 2026 Global Release

Ketchup Entertainment  Purchases COYOTE VS ACME From WB Discovery, Plans 2026 Global Release

After nearly two years of uncertainty over whether Coyote vs Acme would ever be seen by the public, Ketchup Entertainment has (once again) stepped in to save the day.

By MarkJulian - Mar 31, 2025 08:03 PM EST
Filed Under: Animated Features
Source: Toonado.com

Ketchup Entertainment has acquired Coyote vs. Acme for $50 million, rescuing it from potential shelving by Warner Bros. Discovery for tax write-off purposes.

This follows their recent acquisition of The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie.

Following an extended period of intricate negotiations spanning several weeks, Ketchup Entertainment and Warner Bros. Discovery have reached a definitive agreement, ensuring that Coyote vs. Acme will see a theatrical release in 2026.

This resolution marks a significant turn in the film's trajectory, which had been clouded by uncertainty surrounding its release. The film, which reportedly carried a production budget of $70 million, became a subject of intense speculation after Warner Bros. Discovery considered shelving it for tax write-off purposes.

During the initial stages of discussions, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav reportedly aimed to recover the full $70 million production expenditure from potential acquiring studios.

However, the eventual deal, which saw Ketchup Entertainment secure the film for $50 million, reflects a compromise between the two parties, ultimately prioritizing the film's release over immediate financial recoupment.

It should be noted that as a live-action/animation hybrid film, Coyote vs Acme has a much higher production budget than The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie ($15 million).

To date, The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie has grossed $10.45 million worldwide, with $8.06 million of that coming from the domestic box office.

In a press release, Ketchup Entertainment CEO Gareth West stated, "We’re thrilled to have made a deal with Warner Bros. Pictures to bring this film to audiences worldwide."

"Coyote vs. Acme is a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern storytelling, capturing the essence of the beloved Looney Tunes characters while introducing them to a new generation. We believe it will resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers alike."

With Coyote vs Acme now saved, fans are now hoping for a similar outcome for Batgirl and Scoob! Holiday Haunt- both were also canceled by WB Discovery CEO David Zaslav for tax write-off purposes.

Coyote vs Acme is a mix of animation and live-action, similar to Space Jam and Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Along with the Coyote and Road Runner, the film was set to star Will Forte, John Cena and Lana Condor.

The plot centered on the Coyote suing the Acme corporation after years of failed products that prevented him from apprehending the Road Runner and sometimes getting seriously hurt in the process. Forte was set to play Wile E.'s lawyer, while Cena would have played Acme's CEO.  

Directed by Dave Green, Coyote vs Acme is produced by Chris deFaria and James Gunn with a screenplay by Samy Burch.

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FusionWarrior
FusionWarrior - 3/31/2025, 8:54 PM
MEEP, MEEP!
Nightmare
Nightmare - 3/31/2025, 8:56 PM
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AnthonyVonGeek
AnthonyVonGeek - 3/31/2025, 8:58 PM
Definitely on my “must watch” list.
Lisa89
Lisa89 - 3/31/2025, 9:03 PM
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JurassicClunge
JurassicClunge - 4/1/2025, 6:52 AM
@Lisa89 - such a shame it will never see the light of day. 100% Gunn won't allow it 😮‍💨
FrankenDad
FrankenDad - 3/31/2025, 9:27 PM
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IAmAHoot
IAmAHoot - 3/31/2025, 9:38 PM
I think the movie sounds like a bunch of fun. And Wile E. Coyote suing Acme for all those products that failed him just makes so much sense.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 4/1/2025, 4:31 AM
@IAmAHoot - I remember they used the concept once before in Tiny Toons, but it was the Tiny Toons equivalent of Wile E Coyote suing acme instead. Such a great idea.
NicolausCopernicus
NicolausCopernicus - 3/31/2025, 9:44 PM
Hope they get to do a couple of Hellboy sequels

DemonTweeks
DemonTweeks - 4/1/2025, 2:30 AM
@NicolausCopernicus - did you manage to finish The Crooked man? tried a couple of times but just felt like a fan made movie and just couldnt punch through the opening 20 mins
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 4/1/2025, 4:28 AM
@NicolausCopernicus - TV show spin-off would make the most sense, a Hellboy & The BPRD show, but maybe they'd need another movie or two to sell the premise.
AnEye
AnEye - 3/31/2025, 10:12 PM
Awesome. Can’t wait to watch it.
bobevanz
bobevanz - 3/31/2025, 10:14 PM
All hail ketchup! [frick] Zaslav, he gets a tax write off AND 50 million. he's a scummy dipshit who has clue what the [frick] he's doing
ToldYaSo
ToldYaSo - 3/31/2025, 10:17 PM
How do you has clue?
dracula
dracula - 3/31/2025, 10:22 PM
Same company that made the last hellboy movie
FlixMentallo21
FlixMentallo21 - 3/31/2025, 11:31 PM
YES! This Looney Tunes diehard is happier than Speedy Gonzales on vacation in Switzerland.
NinnesMBC
NinnesMBC - 4/1/2025, 12:38 AM
I'd love to see it.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 4/1/2025, 4:34 AM
I sincerely hope it does better than The Day The Earth Blew Up. Marketing has failed that movie.

I applaud Ketchup for buying the movie, even if it just ends up being a charitable exercise.
kirbyfan
kirbyfan - 4/1/2025, 12:48 PM
Yeah Coyote VS Acme is a must watch for me.

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