# Under David Zaslav’s leadership, WBD got very into the practice of shelving its own nearly completed projects in order to cash in on subsequent tax write-offs.

*business · news · 2026-04-26 · The Verge*

## Key points

- WBD repeatedly turned down offers from Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount to distribute Coyote v. Acme.
- Ketchup Entertainment, after buying another Looney Tunes film, secured Coyote v. Acme's rights in 2025.
- WBD shareholders approved Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion acquisition offer, signaling new ownership.
- Test audiences and renowned filmmakers have given Coyote v. Acme extremely positive early reviews.

**Companies:** Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, Ketchup Entertainment, Netflix, Amazon
**Countries:** United States

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