Director Dave Green and star Will Forte celebrate theatrical release of "Coyote vs. Acme" after years of delay
"Coyote vs. Acme" opened in U.S. theaters after being revived by Ketchup Entertainment, with the director and lead actor posting thank-you messages on social media.
Warner Bros. shelved the comedy "Coyote vs. Acme" three years ago, leaving the project in limbo until independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment acquired the rights and prepared it for release. The film opened in theaters this week, drawing about $1.7 million in Thursday night previews and ranking third at the domestic box office behind two major releases.
Director Dave Green posted a message on social media thanking the cast, crew, and audiences who advocated for the film, noting that the collective effort helped bring the project to the screen. He also highlighted a dedication that appears in the film’s end credits, acknowledging fans who promoted the movie online.
Actor Will Forte also shared a celebratory note, noting the early box-office performance and expressing optimism about the film’s reception.
The release marks the first theatrical showing of "Coyote vs. Acme" after its initial cancellation, illustrating how independent distributors can revive projects that major studios abandon.