Top Cast
Dave Green
Director
Will Forte
Kevin Avery
Lana Condor
Paige Avery
John Cena
Buddy Crane
Tone Bell
Sal Maltese
Eric Bauza
Foghorn Leghorn / Daffy Duck / Porky Pig / Elmer Fudd / Bugs Bunny / Tweety / Road Runner (voice)
P.J. Byrne
Bill Pellicano
Martha Kelly
Dottie Jones
Luis Guzmán
Judge Troppogrosso
Kenneth Choi
Oscar Jeon
John Early
Henry Heslop
Jeff Bergman
Dr. Lorre / Sylvester / Yosemite Sam (voice)
Trailer
Synopsis
After another Acme rocket backfires, Wile E. Coyote decides to take the corporation to court, hiring a charismatic billboard lawyer to argue that the company’s defective products constitute fraud.
The case spirals into a media circus, pulling in a quirky judge, a skeptical corporate attorney, and a parade of classic Looney Tunes characters who testify — sometimes willingly, sometimes not — about the chaos caused by Acme’s unreliable gadgets.
Coyote vs. Acme: Direction and Tone
Dave Green, known for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, steps into a hybrid world where CGI Looney Tunes share the screen with live‑action actors. The result feels uneven: the cartoon physics are faithful, yet the human scenes often drag, lacking the kinetic energy that made the original shorts timeless.
Performances
Will Forte as Kevin Avery brings a likable everyman quality, while Lana Condor adds warmth as his daughter Paige. John Cena’s Buddy Crane is broadly comic, leaning on his wrestling persona rather than nuance. Eric Bauza’s voice work is the standout — he effortlessly channels Foghorn Leghorn, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd, Bugs Bunny, Tweety, and the Road Runner, giving each character a distinct personality.
Story and Pacing
The premise — Wile E. Coyote suing Acme after endless product failures — is a clever satire of corporate accountability, but the screenplay by Samy Burch, Jeremy Slater, James Gunn, and Ian Frazier stretches the joke over 103 minutes. Courtroom sequences become repetitive, and the third‑act chase rehashes gags we’ve seen for decades without fresh invention.
Who Will Enjoy It
Families looking for a nostalgic cameo parade will find enough Easter eggs to satisfy younger viewers, while adults may appreciate the meta commentary on consumer culture. However, viewers expecting a sharp, fast‑paced comedy may leave feeling the film runs out of steam before the verdict.
Pros
- Eric Bauza’s multi‑character voice performance is exceptional
- Clever satire of corporate accountability wrapped in Looney Tunes lore
- Family‑friendly PG rating with plenty of visual gags for kids
- Strong nostalgic appeal for longtime fans of the franchise
Cons
- Live‑action scenes feel sluggish compared to the animated energy
- Courtroom sequences become repetitive and overstay their welcome
- John Cena’s role leans on broad caricature rather than depth
- Third‑act chase reuses classic gags without fresh invention
Verdict
Coyote vs. Acme delivers a fun voice‑cast showcase and a clever premise, but its courtroom comedy drags and the live‑action segments lack the manic energy of the original shorts. Worth a watch for Looney Tunes completists, but casual viewers may find it only mildly entertaining.
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Frequently Asked
Is Coyote vs. Acme worth watching?
If you love Looney Tunes nostalgia and don’t mind a slower courtroom comedy, it’s an enjoyable one‑time watch; otherwise it may feel underwhelming.
What is Coyote vs. Acme about?
Wile E. Coyote sues the Acme Corporation after repeated product failures, leading to a courtroom showdown featuring many classic Looney Tunes characters.
Is Coyote vs. Acme suitable for kids?
Yes, the film is rated PG and contains slapstick humor and mild language appropriate for most children.
Who voices the Looney Tunes characters in Coyote vs. Acme?
Eric Bauza provides the voices for Foghorn Leghorn, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd, Bugs Bunny, Tweety, and the Road Runner.
How long is Coyote vs. Acme?
The runtime is 103 minutes.
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