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Will Forte news
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The gist
Will Forte's shelved film 'Coyote vs. Acme' releases Aug 28 after Ketchup bought rights.
The three-year fight ends with fans finally seeing the Looney Tunes comedy.
Background
Warner Bros. completed 'Coyote vs. Acme' but shelved it for a tax write-off, sparking backlash. After three years, Ketchup Entertainment acquired the rights, allowing the film to be released theatrically on Aug. 28.
How it unfolded
- 3 years agoWarner Bros. completed 'Coyote vs. Acme' but decided not to release it, opting for a tax write-off.
- recentlyKetchup Entertainment bought the rights to the film, saving it from permanent shelving.
- Aug 28, 2026'Coyote vs. Acme' is scheduled to be released on the big screen.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Warner Bros. shelved the film for a tax write-off, a decision that sparked backlash.
- Public
- Fans and filmmakers expressed backlash against Warner Bros.' decision to shelve the completed film.