Animal Friends Release Date Delayed for Ryan Reynolds & Jason Momoa Movie
The release date for the live-action hybrid road trip adventure Animal Friends, featuring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa, has been delayed for several months. A Legendary, Maximum Effort, and Prime Focus Studios production, it was originally slated to come out through Sony Pictures but later shifted to Warner Bros. as part of the deal the company made with Legendary.
Animal Friends will now release in US theaters on May 1, 2026, nearly seven months after its previously announced premiere date, October 10, 2025. Besides Reynolds and Momoa, the cast of Animal Friends includes Aubrey Plaza, Addison Rae, Dan Levy, Lil Rel Howery, and Ellie Bamber. Peter Atencio directed the feature from a script by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider.
This is not the first time that Animal Friends has suffered a delay in its release. Sony Pictures initially set its release date for August 15, 2025. However, Warner Bros. then acquired the distribution rights for the movie and changed it to October 10.
Animal Friends was described as an 'R-rated road trip adventure' when it was announced in April 2023. Production reportedly began in June 2023 and concluded in April 2024.
Notably, Maximum Effort is a production company that Reynolds co-founded. Some of the projects they have produced are Deadpool 2 (2018), Free Guy (2021), Shotgun Wedding (2022), and Deadpool & Wolverine (2024). Meanwhile, filmmaker and producer Namit Malhotra founded Prime Focus Media. Their upcoming projects include Ramayana, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, and The Angry Birds Movie 3.
DNEG, noted for their work on Nimona (2023) and Dune: Part Two (2024), is handling the animation and visual effects on Animal Friends.
Peter Atencio previously directed action comedy movies Keanu (2016) and The Machine (2023). Burrows and Mider were the creators of the GQ original animated series Gentlemen Lobsters. They were also the co-writers of the 2018 teen comedy The Package.
Originally reported by Tamal Kundu on SuperHeroHype.
The post Animal Friends Release Date Delayed for Ryan Reynolds & Jason Momoa Movie appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Black America Web
5 hours ago
- Black America Web
Keke Palmer & SZA – Sequel to One of Them Days Officially in the Works
Source: Sony Pictures / Sony Pictures It's official—Keke Palmer and SZA are set to reunite on screen as One of Them Days gets the green light for a sequel. After a blockbuster run in theaters and a major splash on Netflix, TriStar Pictures is bringing the crew back for round two. While plot details are still under wraps, fans can expect the return of the original creative team, including director Lawrence Lamont and writer Syreeta Singleton, who made waves with her script that started out under the title The Jungles . The first film—set in South L.A.—was a buddy comedy following besties Dreux (Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) trying to avoid eviction after some wild financial mishaps collide with life-changing opportunities. Think Friday energy for a new generation. Backed by Issa Rae's Hoorae Media and Macro, the original film became a sleeper hit—raking in over $50 million globally and landing a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score. It also topped Netflix's trending list for weeks. The sequel is another win for the CoCre Lab at Sony, a development incubator aimed at uplifting underrepresented writers. Singleton, a former Insecure staff writer and showrunner of Rap Sh!t , was one of its early success stories. Her script was chosen out of hundreds and given time, space, and—most importantly—funding to grow into a full-fledged studio film. The original cast was stacked, featuring Lil Rel Howery, Janelle James, Katt Williams, Gabrielle Dennis, and more, bringing authentic and hilarious energy to the screen. And when SZA joined the project after Palmer signed on, the momentum was undeniable. Production for the first film kicked off in mid-2024 and was wrapped just in time for a 2025 release—unusually fast for a studio original comedy. Everyone involved knew they were doing something special. Now, TriStar is betting big on the sequel. With Keke and SZA back in the driver's seat, this next chapter promises even more laughs, chaos, and heart. Stay tuned—because it looks like it's about to be another one of them days. RELATED: SZA and Keke Palmer's 'One of Them Days' Hits Netflix SEE ALSO Keke Palmer & SZA – Sequel to One of Them Days Officially in the Works was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Black America Web
5 hours ago
- Black America Web
Keke Palmer & SZA Will Return In ‘One of Them Days' Sequel
Source: Courtesy / Sony Pictures Following the breakout success of One of Them Days , a sequel to the hit buddy comedy is officially in early development at TriStar Pictures. The original film's stars Keke Palmer and SZA are expected to reprise their roles. Read more about the sequel inside. Directed by Lawrence Lamont in his feature debut and penned by Syreeta Singleton, the original film was a box office standout, grossing over $50 million globally and garnering critical acclaim, including a 94 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Variety shared the exclusive that the sequel is in the works at TriStar Pictures with loads of excitement from its cast and crew. Backed by Issa Rae's Hoorae Media and co-financed by Macro Film Studios, One of Them Days introduced audiences to Dreux (Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA), best friends and roommates navigating one chaotic day in South Los Angeles. When Alyssa's boyfriend blows their rent money, the pair scramble to avoid eviction while Dreux prepares for a life-changing job interview. With its mix of sharp humor and heartfelt sisterhood, the film was hailed as a modern-day Friday and became a hit on Netflix, spending three weeks in the platform's Top 10. While details of the sequel's plot are still tightly under wraps, the return of the original cast and creative team signals another dose of hilarious, relatable chaos rooted in Black womanhood and community. The first film's cast also included Lil Rel Howery, Janelle James, Katt Williams, and Maude Apatow, among others. The original film's journey was anything but ordinary. It emerged from the CoCre lab — a collaboration between ColorCreative and Sony Pictures aimed at supporting diverse, first-time screenwriters. Singleton, who was part of Rae's initial ColorCreative incubator in 2014, developed the script over seven years before it finally hit the big screen. Her story, deeply rooted in South L.A.'s 'The Jungles' neighborhood, struck a chord with audiences and industry insiders alike. TriStar Pictures president Nicole Brown praised the lab's impact, stating, 'When we're patient and invest in talent, then great work can come.' With renewed support from TriStar and early pre-production underway, fans can expect the sequel to build on the magic of its predecessor. In Hollywood, where original comedies often struggle to break through, One of Them Days became a unique success story. Now, it's officially getting another chapter. Who's ready? Comment your thoughts below. SEE ALSO Keke Palmer & SZA Will Return In 'One of Them Days' Sequel was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Yahoo
Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds become co-owners of Australia SailGP team
Hugh Jackman (L) and Ryan Reynolds (R) have become co-owners of Australia's SailGP team (Cindy Ord) Hollywood stars Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds became co-owners of Australia's three-times champion SailGP team on Friday, saying they were "incredibly excited". The actors, who are close friends, join Olympic gold medallist and driver Tom Slingsby at the helm of a team which was rebranded the "Flying Roos". Advertisement "We're incredibly excited to set sail together in this new adventure," the Australian Jackman and Canadian-American Reynolds said in a statement. "Hugh brings a deep love for and pride in his home country, as well as being an avid fan of sailing. "He will also be bringing his overly clingy emotional support human along for the ride. Apologies in advance to Australia." Jackman and Reynolds starred together last year in the blockbuster movie "Deadpool & Wolverine". Reynolds also owns Welsh football club Wrexham along with fellow actor Rob McElhenney. SailGP stages regattas close to shore with identical high-performance, foiling, multi-hull boats that can reach speeds of 100 kilometres per hour (62 mph). Advertisement It was launched in 2019 by American billionaire Larry Ellison and champion New Zealand yachtsman Russell Coutts. Australia, skippered by Slingsby, have won three of the four editions so far. "This is an incredible milestone for us and for our sport, having global icons Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds come on board as co-owners of our team," said Slingsby. "They bring unmatched star power, a love for storytelling and a sharp sense of humour that fits perfectly with our team." The new-look team will make its debut this weekend in New York, the sixth leg of the season. mp/pst
