Will Forte Opens Up About the ‘Emotional Rollercoaster’ Getting His New“ Looney Tunes” Film into Movie Theaters (Exclusive)

**Will Forte’s ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Finally Hits Theatres After Prolonged Uncertainty**

Will Forte’s latest film, “Coyote vs. Acme,” is set to hit theatres on 28 August, marking the end of a tumultuous journey that has left fans questioning whether they would ever get to see the new Looney Tunes adventure. The film had been shrouded in uncertainty for over four years following its completion, primarily due to issues at Warner Bros., the studio originally tasked with its release.

In “Coyote vs. Acme,” Forte stars alongside a formidable cast that includes Lana Condor, John Cena, and an array of beloved Looney Tunes characters. In this unique live-action and animation hybrid—akin to the classic “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?”—Forte portrays Kevin, a personal injury attorney in New Mexico who specialises in cases stemming from animated chaos. The film promises a blend of humour and nostalgia, appealing to both young audiences and fans of classic animation.

The project began development in 2018, but in 2023, Warner Bros. made the surprising decision to shelve “Coyote vs. Acme,” reportedly as part of a tax write-off. The announcement was met with backlash from fans and industry insiders alike, prompting the studio to seek an alternative distributor. Eventually, in March 2025, Ketchup Entertainment acquired the rights to the film, allowing it to finally see the light of day.

Reflecting on the experience, Forte, now 56, described the last few years as an emotional rollercoaster. He had filmed the movie shortly after marrying Olivia Modling and welcoming their first daughter, Zoe. Since then, the couple has welcomed a second daughter, Cecilia, further broadening their family life as they awaited the film’s fate. “A lot of people worked incredibly hard on this movie. It was such a well-oiled machine,” he noted, expressing both pride in the project and a sense of sorrow over its fate.

The turning point for Forte came when he received an invitation to watch an early cut of the film. However, just a day later, he was informed that the studio did not plan to release it. “That was confusing,” Forte recalled, admitting that he had been led to believe the film was progressing positively. While he initially felt concerned about the film’s quality, his fears were alleviated once he finally saw it. “I was blown away. Loved it,” he stated, only for confusion and disappointment to follow when the announcement of the film’s shelving came through.

Despite the setbacks, Forte made a concerted effort to move forward. He continued working on various film projects, including “Strays” and “Kinda Pregnant,” while awaiting the release of “Coyote vs. Acme.” He even managed to find humour in the situation, chuckling about his experience with “MacGruber,” a film that also faced a lack of audience during its initial release.

As time went on, the actor embraced his family life, occupying himself with the joys of parenthood while remaining hopeful for the movie’s future. His optimism eventually paid off when he learned that the film had been rescued by Ketchup Entertainment, resulting in overwhelming gratitude and excitement. “The elation was 100 percent,” he remarked with renewed enthusiasm.

Now, “Coyote vs. Acme” is ready to make its theatrical debut, sporting an impressive 95% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film features a star-studded cast, including John Cena, Lana Condor, and Luis Guzmán, while beloved Looney Tunes icons like Wile E. Coyote, Bugs Bunny, and Daffy Duck make appearances, promising to entertain audiences old and new.

Early reviews praise the film as a humorous delight and one of the best live-action/animation features in recent memory. Critics from esteemed publications have touted it as a film that will resonate with Looney Tunes enthusiasts, describing it as “the right comedy for right now.”

“I’m so proud of this movie,” Forte reflected, expressing his joy in finally sharing it with the world. “Just knowing that it is out there for people to see, I’m happy.” As “Coyote vs. Acme” prepares for its arrival in theatres, anticipation builds for a joyous return of classic cartoon escapades to the big screen.