Fans will have to wait a bit longer to see Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa team up. Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Entertainment have officially moved the release date of their live-action hybrid film, Animal Friends, to January 22, 2027. This latest shift moves the project out of the summer 2026 window, where it was previously slated for a June release.

This update marks the fifth time the film's schedule has been adjusted since its announcement. Animal Friends has navigated a series of previous release dates, including August 2025, October 2025, and May 2026. Directed by Peter Atencio, the R-rated comedy features a star-studded ensemble cast including Aubrey Plaza, Addison Rae, and Dan Levy.

The film is a high-profile collaboration between Legendary Entertainment, Reynolds’ Maximum Effort, and Prime Focus Studios. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the project is described as a road trip adventure that combines live-action performances with CGI characters. With the new January 22, 2027, date, the studio is now positioning the film to kick off the winter box office season.