Ryan Reynolds, Jason Momoa's 'Animal Friends' Delayed to 2027

The live-action hybrid film has been pushed back for the third time, now set to open in January 2027.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 9:29am

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Warner Bros. has once again shifted the release date for its live-action hybrid film 'Animal Friends'. The road trip adventure, initially set for May 1, 2026, will now open on January 22, 2027. This is the third time the film's release has been delayed, with the project originally slated for October 10, 2025.

Why it matters

The delay of 'Animal Friends' is notable as it features a star-studded cast including Ryan Reynolds, Jason Momoa, Aubrey Plaza, and others. The film's shifting release dates reflect the challenges of coordinating major productions and talent schedules in the post-pandemic entertainment landscape.

The details

Directed by Peter Atencio, 'Animal Friends' was initially set up at Sony Pictures but shifted to Warner Bros. in 2024 under the studio's deal with Legendary. The film follows a road trip adventure, though plot details are currently under wraps. Reynolds, Momoa, and Plaza have all been busy with other high-profile projects, which may have contributed to the multiple delays.

  • The film was originally slated for October 10, 2025.
  • It was then pushed to May 1, 2026.
  • The latest delay moves the release to January 22, 2027.

The players

Ryan Reynolds

An acclaimed actor known for his roles in blockbusters like the 'Deadpool' franchise and the recent hit 'Deadpool & Wolverine'.

Jason Momoa

A popular actor who has starred in films such as 'A Minecraft Movie' and 'The Wrecking Crew', and is set to appear in upcoming projects like 'Supergirl' and 'Dune: Part Three'.

Aubrey Plaza

A versatile actress who was most recently seen in the Focus Features film 'Honey Don't!' alongside Margaret Qualley, Charlie Day and Chris Evans.

Peter Atencio

The director of 'Animal Friends', known for his work on comedies such as 'Keanu' and 'The Machine'.

Warner Bros.

The major Hollywood studio that is now releasing 'Animal Friends' after the project shifted from its initial home at Sony Pictures.

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What’s next

As 'Animal Friends' continues to face release date changes, fans will have to wait until January 2027 to see the highly anticipated road trip adventure on the big screen.

The takeaway

The multiple delays of 'Animal Friends' highlight the complexities of coordinating major film productions in the post-pandemic entertainment landscape, where talent schedules and studio release plans can be in constant flux.