Anaconda (2025) slithers onto screens as a wild, hilarious, and surprisingly adventurous take on the classic creature feature. Directed by Tom Gormican and starring comedy stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black, this film isn’t a straight remake — it’s a self‑aware, action‑comedy homage to the 1997 cult classic that blends jungle danger with laugh‑out‑loud moments.

The story follows lifelong friends Doug McCallister (Black) and Griff (Rudd), who are going through a midlife crisis and decide to finally chase their dream of remaking their all‑time favorite movie — Anaconda. They convince their old pals to join them deep in the Amazon rainforest to shoot their low‑budget indie project. But what begins as an earnest throwback quickly turns into a real nightmare when a giant, hungry anaconda appears, forcing them to fight for survival in the heart of the jungle.

Packed with big‑snake thrills, comedic chemistry, absurd situations, and tongue‑in‑cheek meta humor about Hollywood and fandom, the film balances genuine creature‑feature tension with plenty of laughs. Alongside Rudd and Black, the cast — including Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello — brings both action and heart to the wild adventure.

Released nationally on December 25, 2025, Anaconda mixes dangerous jungle encounters with buddy comedy dynamics, creating an unpredictable ride that’s as fun as it is chaotic. Whether you’re there for the snake thrills or the slapstick humor, this film turns a familiar giant‑serpent tale into something fresh and entertaining.