Review: Coyote vs. Acme is an unabashed love letter to Looney Tunes

'Coyote vs. Acme' has garnered critical acclaim as an authentic homage to the Looney Tunes legacy, achieving a 96% Rotten Tomatoes critic review score with 104 reviews counted ahead of its wide release in August 2026. The film, which centers on Wile E. Coyote suing the Acme Corporation with the help of lawyer Kevin Avery (Will Forte), is praised for its seamless integration of two-dimensional animation with live-action. Reviewers have highlighted its ability to honor the source material while also crafting a unique comedic identity, blending courtroom drama with slapstick humor and corporate satire. Despite nearly being shelved for a tax write-off by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2023, the film was ultimately released, delighting fans and critics with its clever tributes to Looney Tunes creators like Tex Avery, Chuck Jones, and Michael Maltese.