In a move that has left animation enthusiasts both baffled and frustrated, Warner Bros. has decided not to release Genndy Tartakovsky's highly anticipated R-rated animated film Fixed. The film, which was greenlit a few years ago, tells the story of a dog's wild final night before being neutered. Known for his work on Hotel Transylvania, Tartakovsky brought his signature style and humor to Fixed, which was completed early last year. Despite featuring a talented voice cast including Adam Devine and Kathryn Hahn, Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav has decided to shelve the project, echoing similar decisions made with Batgirl and Coyote vs. Acme.
Fixed was a joint production between Warner Bros.' New Line and Sony Pictures, but with Warner Bros. stepping away, the film has been handed back to Sony. The studio is now on the hunt for a streaming service or distributor willing to pick up the project. However, if no buyers are found, the film could remain unreleased, joining the unfortunate ranks of projects that never see the light of day.
This decision is the latest in a series of moves by Warner Bros. that suggest a declining interest in animation. The shelving of Fixed follows the controversial cancellation of Coyote vs. Acme and the removal of several Cartoon Network titles from Max. Adding to the turmoil, Warner Bros. Discovery recently reported a $10 billion loss in value during the second quarter, primarily due to its struggling television operations.
For fans of Tartakovsky and animation in general, the future of Fixed remains uncertain. As Sony seeks a new home for the film, the question lingers: Will Fixed find an audience, or will it become another lost gem in the vaults of unreleased movies?
