Warner Bros. Delays Animal Friends to January 2027

Warner Bros. has delayed the release of the live-action animated hybrid film "Animal Friends" to January 22, 2027, marking the latest shift in a series of scheduling changes for the R-rated comedy adventure starring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa.

The film, which follows two fugitive animals on a cross-country journey to return to their former ranch, was originally slated for August 15, 2025, under Sony Pictures. Production began in June 2023 and wrapped in April 2024. In late 2024, distribution rights moved to Warner Bros. following the end of Legendary Entertainment's partnership with Sony. The studio then set the release for October 10, 2025, before pushing it to May 1, 2026, and most recently June 5, 2026. Officials cited the stars' availability for promotional activities as the primary reason for the newest postponement, noting that early 2027 aligns better with their schedules.

Directed by Peter Atencio, known for comedies such as "Keanu" and "The Machine," the movie features a script by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider. Reynolds voices Pony, a tiny and narcissistic equine character, while Momoa lends his voice to Bear, a large and conflict-averse companion. The duo embarks on...