# Coyote vs. Acme earns $15.4M debut, tops independent distributor records

The live-action/animated film Coyote vs. Acme grossed $15.4 million in its North American debut.

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The film Coyote vs. Acme grossed $15.4 million in its North American debut. [^1]

In August 2024, the independent production company Ketchup Entertainment purchased the rights to 'Coyote vs. Acme' for $50 million. [^2]

Ketchup Entertainment promised to release the film in 2026, and it premiered in theaters on August 27, 2026. [^3]

The animated film 'Coyote vs. Acme' was originally scheduled for a 2023 theatrical release but was shelved by Warner Bros. in November 2023 despite being completed. [^4]

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film achieved the best debut in history for the independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment, surpassing its previous record with a Looney Tunes film. [^5]

The production was released by Ketchup Entertainment and played in 3,575 theaters across North America. [^6]

The film ranked second at the box office in the United States and Canada, earning approximately $15.5 million against initial projections of $12 million. [^7]

The film received an A grade from CinemaScore based on audience reactions. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. The film Coyote vs. Acme grossed $15.4 million in its North American debut. (24 Horas, News)
2. In August 2024, the independent production company Ketchup Entertainment purchased the rights to 'Coyote vs. Acme' for $50 million. (El Colombiano, News)
3. Ketchup Entertainment promised to release the film in 2026, and it premiered in theaters on August 27, 2026. (El Colombiano, News)
4. The animated film 'Coyote vs. Acme' was originally scheduled for a 2023 theatrical release but was shelved by Warner Bros. in November 2023 despite being completed. (El Colombiano, News)
5. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film achieved the best debut in history for the independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment, surpassing its previous record with a Looney Tunes film. (24 Horas, News)
6. The production was released by Ketchup Entertainment and played in 3,575 theaters across North America. (24 Horas, News)
7. The film ranked second at the box office in the United States and Canada, earning approximately $15.5 million against initial projections of $12 million. (El Colombiano, News)
8. The film received an A grade from CinemaScore based on audience reactions. (24 Horas, News)

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