The feature film Coyote vs. Acme will open in Peruvian cinemas on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after being rescued from cancellation.
Distribution in Peru will be handled by BF Distribution, with major cinema chains including Cineplanet, Cinemark, Cinépolis, and UVK scheduling screenings across Lima and regional provinces.
Rescue from cancellation and global release
The live-action and animated hybrid project had appeared destined for obscurity in 2023 when Warner Bros. chose to archive the movie despite production being practically complete. The studio decision was made as a cost-cutting measure, triggering widespread industry pushback and anger among fans of the animated franchise.
Supporters launched an intense social media push under the hashtag #ReleaseCoyoteVsAcme to demand that the completed feature be released. The public campaign prompted independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment to purchase the global rights for $50 million, securing a worldwide theatrical debut.
Early reviews from film critics have praised the motion picture, describing it as an essential cinematic release. The project brings classic Looney Tunes animation into a modern feature setting, continuing a long tradition of Warner Bros. cartoon entertainment.
Legal satire plot and ensemble cast
The storyline takes its inspiration from a satirical article published in The New Yorker in 1990. The narrative centers on Wile E. Coyote, who grows frustrated after repeated product failures from the Acme Corporation ruin his attempts to capture the Road Runner. Seeking recourse, the cartoon character files a lawsuit against the manufacturer, setting off a trial filled with courtroom humor and legal satire.
Production team and theatrical expectations
Actor and former professional wrestler John Cena stars as the defense attorney representing the Acme Corporation. Actor Will Forte plays the lawyer representing Wile E. Coyote, while Lana Condor appears as the attorney's niece. The film also features appearances by classic animated characters including Bugs Bunny, Taz, and the Road Runner.
David Green directed the film from a script written by Samy Burch. The production combines physical live-action footage with traditional Looney Tunes animation styles to bring the legal conflict to life on screen.
The upcoming release window represents a final test for the salvaged project, which faced complete shelving before fan mobilization helped secure its distribution. Theatrical showtimes across Peruvian theater chains are available on their respective websites ahead of the nationwide premiere.
