Coyote vs. Acme: worldwide theatrical release announced with poster and trailer

The long-awaited film Coyote vs. Acme has announced its worldwide theatrical release, along with the reveal of its first poster. The movie, which will hit theaters on 28 August 2026, has already drawn significant attention thanks to its well-known cast, including Lana Condor, John Cena and Will Forte.

The production history

Coyote vs. Acme has had a turbulent development. Originally produced by Warner Bros., the film was shelved in 2023 despite being nearly finished. That sparked criticism and disappointment among fans, especially given that the movie had reportedly tested well in screenings.

Warner Bros. eventually decided to sell the project to Ketchup Entertainment for around $50 million in March 2025. That move proved crucial for the film’s future, as it otherwise risked never being released.

Key details

The story of Coyote vs. Acme is based on a humorous article by Ian Frazier in The New Yorker. The film was directed by David Green and produced by James Gunn, who is known for his work at Marvel Studios. The script, written by Samy Burch, has previously earned praise, especially for her contribution to May December , for which she was nominated for an Oscar.

The poster and trailer

On 15 April 2026, the film’s first poster was unveiled, showing Wile E. Coyote running from a massive wrecking ball featuring the film’s title. The poster has a playful, eye-catching look and highlights the film’s cast.

Alongside the poster, the arrival of a new trailer has also been confirmed, with the trailer set to drop next week. The announcement came at a strategic moment, coinciding with the tax deadline in the United States, in a nod to Warner Bros.’ decision to claim a $30 million tax write-off on Coyote vs. Acme .

Timeline

2023: Warner Bros. decides not to release the nearly finished film.
2025-03: Ketchup Entertainment buys Coyote vs. Acme for roughly $50 million.
2026-04-15: First poster and trailer announcement for the film land successfully.

The combination of a strong cast and the film’s unique style is building anticipation among audiences. If the movie can keep the charm and wit shown so far, Coyote vs. Acme could end up being one of the year’s biggest releases.