Anaconda Reboot Debuts With Low Rotten Tomatoes Score

Ahead of its Christmas Day release, the meta-reboot “Anaconda” has received a lukewarm reception from critics, achieving a 32% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This places it seven percentage points below the 39% rating held by the original 1997 creature feature, signaling a disappointing start for the star-studded action comedy.

Critical Consensus

Reviews for the film, directed by Tom Gormican, have been largely negative. Critics have pointed to an inconsistent tone and a lack of focus on the film’s titular monster. Matt Singer of ScreenCrush noted the film’s reliance on intellectual property, calling it “tragic that the only way Hollywood will make a comedy these days is by awkwardly shoehorning some IP into it.” Similarly, Mark Hanson from Slate remarked that “the one star of Anaconda that gets the shortest shrift is the most important one: the snake.”

Supportive Voices

Despite the overall negative trend, some critics found merit in the film’s lighthearted approach. Peter Gray of The AU Review praised its “razor-sharp meta self-awareness,” while Julian Roman of MovieWeb described it as “a feel-good endeavor that requires no brain power whatsoever,” suggesting it serves as a diversion from more serious awards-season fare.

Film Details and Release

The film features an ensemble cast including Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello, with a cameo from Ice Cube, who appeared in the original. The plot follows two best friends who attempt to remake their favorite movie, the 1997 “Anaconda,” only to encounter a real giant snake during filming in the Amazon. Rated PG-13 for violence, language, and suggestive references, “Anaconda” is scheduled for release on December 25, 2025, by Sony Pictures Releasing.

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