The long-running legal battle between Wile E. Coyote and his unreliable supplier has finally reached the public eye. After years of corporate uncertainty, the first official trailer for ‘COYOTE VS ACME’ has been released, confirming that the film will hit theaters on August 28, 2026.
A Long Road to the Big Screen
The release of this trailer marks a significant victory for film preservationists and animation fans. Originally produced by Warner Bros., the film was famously “shelved” in late 2023 as a tax write-off, despite being fully completed and receiving high scores in test screenings.
Following a massive public outcry and a “Save Coyote vs. Acme” social media campaign, the distribution rights were eventually acquired by Ketchup Entertainment. The new trailer proves that the film is not only alive but ready for a wide theatrical debut.
What to Expect: Lawsuits and Looney Tunes
Directed by Dave Green (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows) and written by Samy Burch (May December) from a story by James Gunn, the film is a live-action/CGI hybrid based on the classic 1990 New Yorker humor piece by Ian Frazier.
The Plot
The story follows Wile E. Coyote, who, after decades of being blown up, crushed, and dropped off cliffs by faulty equipment, decides he’s had enough. He hires a down-on-his-luck human attorney to sue the Acme Corporation.
The Cast
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Will Forte: Plays Wile E.’s struggling lawyer, Kevin Avery.
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John Cena: Stars as the intimidating CEO of the Acme Corporation (and Avery’s former boss).
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Lana Condor: Joins the cast in a key supporting role.
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Eric Bauza: Providing the voices for various iconic Looney Tunes characters.
Why This Matters
For many, Coyote vs. Acme is more than just a comedy; it’s a symbol of the “lost media” era of streaming. Its revival suggests that there is still a market for high-concept, hybrid family films, and that fan voices can occasionally influence studio boardrooms.
“I had kind of given up hope at a certain point, so this is amazing,” star Will Forte told fans during the film’s presentation. “The fans are the real heroes of this movie.”
‘COYOTE VS ACME’ arrives in theaters nationwide on August 28, 2026. Buckle up—it’s going to be a bumpy (and likely explosive) ride.
