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Ryan Reynolds’ ‘Animal Friends’ Flick Is a Live Action Comedy: Release Date, Cast, Plot, and All You Need to Know

  • May 2, 2025
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The big screen loves Ryan Reynolds

. From his early days as a romantic lead with guy-next-door vibes to playing the best comedy hero of modern times, whenever the actor has arrived in a funny avatar, he has always delivered. Though he is most famous for his witty and well-timed sarcasm in a red suit, Reynolds’s finesse comic skills expand more than that. And he is ready for another laugh-out-loud adventure with his upcoming live-action movie, Animal Friends.

Promising to be a unique blend of live-action and animation, this road trip movie will be Ryan Reynolds’ collaboration with many fellow Hollywood actors. Get to know all the details about this upcoming adventure.

Everything we know about Animal Friends – the plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat

Animal Friends

follows an unlikely duo of animal companions embarking on a journey full of humor and unexpected twists. This hybrid of live-action and animation promises to be a refreshing take on the classic road trip adventure. 

So far, the only synopsis released about the storyline is “Two animals become unlikely friends,”

with most of the plot remaining under wraps. But with Ryan Reynolds taking the lead, the fun is guaranteed.

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What the fans would find more interesting is that for Animal Friends,

for the first time, Ryan Reynolds will be seen with many top names from Hollywood, which despite his impressive list of movie credits

, he has never worked before.

Ryan Reynolds and a star-studded cast headline Animal Friends


Besides Ryan Reynolds, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Jason Momoa, Aubrey Plaza, Dan Levy, Vince Vaughn, Addison Rae, Lil Rel Howery, Ellie Bamber, Eric André, Rob Delaney, and Joaquim de Almeida.

Though this will not be the actor’s first multistarrer experience, who has a preference for the action genre

. Some years ago, Ryan Reynolds delivered a thriller in the action film, 6 Underground

in which led a vibrant cast of multiple actors. However, this will be his first collaboration with these names, who are expected to voice the animated characters.

From script to screen: behind the scenes of Animal Friends

Made by Legendary Pictures, this R-rated road trip adventure is being penned by writers Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider, who are credited for The Pick Up

on Amazon, and is being directed by Emmy-winning Peter Atencio, known for Key & Peele, The Machine

, and others.

The idea for the movie was conceived during a general meeting between Burrows & Mider and Patrick Gooing, who is an executive at Ryan Reynolds’ production company, Maximum Effort.

Serving as its producers are Cale Boyter, the director; Peter Atencio; and the leading star, Ryan Reynolds himself, who, interestingly, was among the top of last year’s highest-paid actor list

. And besides Legendary Pictures, other studios like Maximum Effort and Prime Focus Studios will also be contributing to the production. This team of industry veterans is sure to bring a dynamic, cinematic experience.

Production journey of Animal Friends: filming locations, visual effects, and more

Filming for Animal Friends

began in June 2023 and wrapped in April 2024, with scenes shot in Bulgaria.

The movie entered post-production in December 2024, and DNEG, a leader in visual entertainment, 

will provide the visual effects. The movie was earlier slated for a different release date of August 15, 2025, in the US, but when its distribution rights transferred hands from Sony Pictures Releasing to Warner Bros. Pictures, it was announced last year in December that it would go for a theatrical release on October 10, 2025.

As for the cast, they kept on joining one by one. The project kicked off in 2023 with the early finalized roles of Ryan Reynolds, Aubrey Plaza, Vince Vaughn, and Jason Momoa, who is currently enjoying the commercial success of his latest release, A Minecraft Movie

.

 Actor Dan Levy joined the cast in February 2024, with the others following him in the same year. The last cast member to join was Rob Delaney in March 2025.

Why Animal Friends is a must-see in 2025 – the Road trip movie we’ve all been waiting for

With its engaging mix of live-action and animation, Animal Friends

brings a fresh spin to the road trip genre. The talented cast, inventive storyline, and cutting-edge visuals make it an undeniable treat for the fans. Marie Claire magazine has included it in this year’s best comedies

to look forward to. Moreover, the use of CGI is being done to create a unique and memorable storytelling experience that lives with the audience long after watching it.

Though not the first movie of its kind, a similar taste of the genre has been enjoyed by the audience in Robert Downey Jr.

’s Doolittle

back in 2020. This fantasy adventure film also had a stellar cast with an engaging storyline. Acclaimed by the fans, the movie provided a similar escape to the world of fantasy that Animal Friends

also promises.

Get ready for the ultimate road trip – Animal Friends trailer and more coming soon

The countdown to Animal Friends

has officially begun. Set to hit theaters on October 10, 2025, this movie promises to deliver an unforgettable ride filled with humor, heart, and plenty of surprises, giving the fans a break from Halloween scares.

The exciting cast and premise, its official trailer, and more information on the movie are highly awaited by the fans. Be sure to stay tuned for more exciting updates as we get closer to the release.

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So, are you excited for this upcoming live-action animated road film with the shining star cast? Tell us in the comments below.

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