Coyote vs. Acme: debut trailer and expectations

The first trailer for Coyote vs. Acme has just dropped, offering a look at the wild lawsuit Wile E. Coyote is bringing against Acme. Running 1 minute and 45 seconds, the teaser puts the humor and chaos of this iconic character front and center. The announcement was shared through the official social channels with the message: 'The trailer Acme doesn’t want you to see.'

Story and premise

In Coyote vs. Acme , Wile E. Coyote takes center stage as he sues Acme over the countless mishaps caused by their products. This original story blends classic Wile E. Coyote chaos with a modern legal battle.

Cast and creative team

The film features an impressive cast including Will Forte, Lana Condor, John Cena, and P.J. Byrne. The trailer also shows off several familiar faces from the Looney Tunes universe, including Daffy Duck, Tweety Bird, and Bugs Bunny, all adding to the story’s comedy.

Production background

The film has had a complicated road to release. Warner Bros. originally produced the project, but decided to shelve it in 2023 despite the movie being nearly finished. Finding another studio willing to take it on proved difficult, especially given the high production costs. Eventually, the film was sold to Ketchup Entertainment in spring 2025 for $50 million. The movie is directed by David Green, with a script by Oscar-nominated writer Samy Burch, and produced under the leadership of James Gunn, the well-known head of Marvel Studios.

With the film set to hit theaters on 28 August 2026 , the marketing push is starting to ramp up. Fans are eager to see what this unusual courtroom battle delivers in a mix of classic animation fun and modern cinema.