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Wile E. Coyote's Lawsuit Finally Hits Theaters!
22 Apr
Summary
- Film follows Wile E. Coyote suing Acme for faulty products.
- It combines animation with live-action in a courtroom comedy.
- The movie was acquired by Ketchup Entertainment in 2025.
The trailer for "Coyote vs. Acme" has arrived, offering a glimpse of the long-delayed live-action and animation hybrid film before its theatrical debut on August 28th. Directed by Dave Green, the story centers on Wile E. Coyote taking legal action against the Acme Corporation.
His lawsuit targets the company's products, which have repeatedly failed during his relentless pursuit of the Road Runner. Will Forte portrays Coyote's attorney, with John Cena as the opposing counsel in this courtroom comedy.
The screenplay, inspired by a 1990 New Yorker article, blends the Looney Tunes universe with a contemporary legal setting. The film features beloved characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck.
Originally completed for HBO Max with a reported $70 million budget, Warner Bros. canceled its release in 2023. In 2025, Ketchup Entertainment acquired the film for approximately $50 million, scheduling its global theatrical rollout.
