Wile E. Coyote May Never Outsmart Warner Bros.: John Cena's 'Coyote vs Acme' Shelved Again

BY SACNILK

Acme's latest trap seems to have ensnared itself. John Cena's "Coyote vs Acme," a live-action/CG hybrid film exploring the classic Looney Tunes rivalry, remains stuck in development purgatory. Despite interest from streaming giants and a theatrical offer, Warner Bros.' high asking price threatens to permanently shelve the $70 million project. ## After shelving the film in 2023, Warner Bros. briefly allowed shopping it around. Director Dave Green ("Earth to Echo", "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows") and producers Chris DeFaria and James Gunn hoped studios would bite. ## Per the report from The Wrap, Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount expressed interest, with Paramount even offering a theatrical release. However, Warner Bros. demanded a hefty $75-$80 million, effectively a $5-$10 million profit on their investment. Unwilling to counteroffer, potential buyers scurried away like the Road Runner dodging ACME missiles. ## Warner Bros. could choose to swallow a $35-$40 million tax write-off instead of accepting a lower offer. This financial maneuver, while potentially saving them millions, would permanently lock away the film from audiences. ## Will We Ever See Cena Wrestle ACME? The future of "Coyote vs Acme" is uncertain. With Warner Bros. unwilling to budge on their price, the film could face permanent oblivion, leaving fans wondering if Cena will ever get to outsmart the notorious corporation. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...