Release Date: December 25, 2025
Director: Tom Gormican
Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, Fully Formed Entertainment
Genres: Action, Horror, Comedy
Hollywood is taking us back to the deadly jungles where giant snakes reign supreme – but this time, Anaconda (2025) brings both the terror… and the laughs.
Directed by Tom Gormican (The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent), the sixth installment of the Anaconda franchise is a bold reimagining of the 1997 cult classic, blending thrilling action, horror, and sharp comedy. Set to release this holiday season, the film promises a wild, snake-infested ride like no other.
🐍 Plot Summary
In Anaconda (2025), two down-on-their-luck friends — Doug McCallister (Jack Black), a burned-out wedding videographer, and Ronald “Griff” Jr. (Paul Rudd), a struggling background actor — join a quirky expedition crew hoping to shoot a viral nature documentary in the Amazon rainforest.
But what starts as a lighthearted journey to chase online fame quickly spirals into a nightmare when they uncover a forbidden part of the jungle — a remote area locals call “the Devil’s Vein.” There, they disturb an ancient ecosystem protected by one of the largest, most aggressive anacondas ever encountered.
As the crew begins disappearing one by one, Doug and Griff must put their egos aside and channel their inner heroes. With help from Ana Almeida (Daniela Melchior), a fierce Brazilian biologist, and Claire Simons (Thandiwe Newton), a wildlife researcher with a dark past, they race to escape the jungle alive — while being hunted by a predator that doesn’t just kill, but calculates.
A taste of what’s to come? While there isn’t an official studio trailer yet, a widely circulated fan-made concept trailer gives audiences a thrilling preview, packed with jungle mayhem, sharp humor, and suspense that teases the film’s tone and stakes.
🌟 A Star-Studded Cast
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Jack Black as Doug McCallister – a wedding videographer caught in a deadly adventure
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Paul Rudd as Ronald “Griff” Jr. – a struggling background actor
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Supporting cast includes Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Daniela Melchior, Selton Mello, and Ione Skye
With Jack Black and Paul Rudd leading the charge, the film is packed with energy and unexpected chemistry. This isn’t just another survival thriller – it’s a chaotic, laugh-out-loud journey through the jungle, filled with witty banter and absurd moments in the face of pure terror.
🎥 Production & Setting
Filmed in the lush wilderness of Australia, the movie used natural landscapes to recreate the eerie and unpredictable heart of the Amazon jungle. Principal photography took place from January to February 2025, with behind-the-scenes photos revealing the mix of practical effects and animatronics used to bring the terrifying snake to life.
🗓️ Official Release
Anaconda (2025) is set to hit theaters on December 25, 2025, aiming to be a box office standout this holiday season.
📌 Final Thoughts
If the original Anaconda made your skin crawl with fear, this reboot will have you screaming and laughing at the same time. With a refreshing tone and an all-star cast, this could be the surprise hit that breathes new life into a once-dormant franchise.
📢 Are you ready to return to the jungle with Jack Black and Paul Rudd? Mark your calendars for December 25 and get ready to face the funniest nightmare of the year!
