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Anaconda (2025 film)

Anaconda is a 2025 American action-adventure comedy horror film directed by Tom Gormican.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Anaconda is a 2025 American action-adventure comedy horror film directed by Tom Gormican. It is a meta-reboot of the 1997 film Anaconda and follows a group of childhood friends who try to remake the original movie but are attacked by a giant anaconda. The film stars Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello.

Premise

The film centres on a group of childhood friends who set out to remake the 1997 Anaconda film. Their project turns into a survival situation when they encounter a real giant and murderous anaconda.

Cast and production

Tom Gormican directed the film and co-wrote the screenplay with Kevin Etten. The main cast includes Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello.

Release and reception

Anaconda premiered at the United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles on December 13, 2025, and opened in U.S. theatres on December 25, 2025. Reports describe its critical reception as mixed. It grossed about $135 million worldwide.

Franchise context

The 2025 film is presented as a meta-reboot of the original 1997 Anaconda and is also identified as the seventh film in the series.

Key facts

  • The film is a 2025 American action-adventure comedy horror title.
  • It is a meta-reboot of the 1997 film and the seventh installment in the franchise.
  • The story follows childhood friends who attempt to remake the original film and are attacked by a giant anaconda.
  • Tom Gormican directed and co-wrote the film with Kevin Etten.
  • It premiered on December 13, 2025, and was released on December 25, 2025, grossing about $135 million worldwide.
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Canadian context

The film had a theatrical release in 2025 and is part of a Hollywood franchise that may be of interest to Canadian audiences through theatrical and streaming distribution.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Anaconda 2025 movie about?
It follows childhood friends who try to remake the 1997 Anaconda film, but their project becomes a fight for survival when a real giant anaconda attacks them.
Who is in the cast of Anaconda 2025?
The main cast includes Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello.
When is Anaconda 2025 coming out?
It was released in U.S. theatres on December 25, 2025, after premiering in Los Angeles on December 13, 2025.
Is Anaconda 2025 a sequel?
It is described as a meta-reboot of Anaconda (1997), rather than a straightforward sequel.
Where can I watch the Anaconda 2025 trailer?
The provided sources do not identify a specific trailer host page. A trailer is commonly available through the film’s official studio or distribution channels, but that is not directly confirmed in the sources here.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anaconda_(2025_film)
    Supports: Synopsis, cast, director, release dates, franchise context, and worldwide gross.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/anaconda_2025
    Supports: Theatrical and streaming release dates.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33244668/
    Supports: Release date and premise.
  4. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/anaconda-2025-jack-black-release-date-news
    Supports: Availability on Netflix streaming.