Looney Tunes Triumph: ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Debuts Strong at $15.5 Million
POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — After a three-year hiatus, ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ has made a triumphant return to the big screen, securing an impressive $15.5 million in ticket sales over its...
POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — After a three-year hiatus, ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ has made a triumphant return to the big screen, securing an impressive $15.5 million in ticket sales over its opening weekend.
Meanwhile, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ continues its reign at the North American box office, achieving the number one spot for the fifth consecutive weekend. The film amassed $22.2 million in U.S. and Canadian theaters, elevating its global earnings to a staggering $2.33 billion and claiming the title of the fourth highest-grossing film ever.
‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ which was initially shelved by Warner Bros., emerged as the top newcomer, landing in second place. In contrast, Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars,’ featuring Jacob Elordi, underperformed, debuting in fifth place with a mere $8 million domestically and $11.3 million internationally.
The journey of ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ to the theaters was fraught with challenges. Warner Bros. had canceled its release in 2023, opting for a tax write-off instead. The film, a blend of live-action and animation directed by Dave Green, cost $70 million to produce. Despite positive test screenings, Warner Bros. decided to scrap it. However, following public outcry, the studio sold the film, and Ketchup Entertainment acquired the distribution rights for approximately $50 million.
The film’s release was met with critical acclaim and audience approval, receiving an ‘A’ CinemaScore and a 95% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Although the opening weekend may be considered modest for a $70 million production, it marked Ketchup Entertainment’s most successful launch to date, surpassing the previous record held by ‘The Day the Earth Blew Up’ with $3.1 million.
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Industry analysts predict that ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ will perform well in ancillary markets, particularly among children, potentially recouping its investment. In comparison, ‘The Odyssey’ maintained its strong performance, securing third place with $14.3 million in its seventh week and continuing to excel overseas with a $48.6 million gross, bringing its global total to $1.55 billion.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
