Anaconda’s First Reactions Call It ‘1 of the Funniest Movies’ of 2025

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Initial reviews for the new movie, Anaconda, are coming in, and many viewers are impressed with its unique take on the story. The film, which hits theaters this Christmas, is the newest addition to the Anaconda series that started in 1997. It’s essentially a fresh start for the original movie, and stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black. The cast also includes Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, and Selton Mello.

First reactions instill high hopes for Anaconda reboot

Initial reactions to the new “Anaconda” movie are mostly good. MOVIEDEATHBLOWS, posting on X (formerly Twitter), called it “one of the funniest movies” they’ve seen all year. They described the film as a blend of “Be Kind Rewind,” “Strange Wilderness,” and the original “Anaconda,” with a wildly playful energy.

Reviewers highlighted a particularly hilarious scene in the film’s second half, calling it one of the funniest they’ve ever witnessed. They encouraged audiences to see the movie when it comes out in theaters next week.

User Klepcx described the movie Anaconda as hilariously over-the-top, praising its dedication to making audiences laugh. They noted the film starts as a surprisingly sweet story about pursuing dreams before transforming into a wildly entertaining experience. Klepcx also highlighted the movie’s abundance of jokes, jump scares, and unexpected twists, suggesting it’s a model for how to successfully revive an old franchise.

Okay, so I just saw this movie, and honestly, it’s ridiculously funny. It reminded me way more of Tropic Thunder – also starring Jack Black – than the original Anaconda. I was laughing pretty much the whole time thanks to the movie’s wild and over-the-top energy. Black, Rudd, and Zahn are all great, but Selton Mello really steals the show – he’s the MVP, in my opinion. It’s not just laughs though; there’s some decent action, good tension, and even a few moments that genuinely made me jump. Those little scares are a good reminder that, yeah, this is an Anaconda movie after all.

While many people enjoyed the film, not everyone felt the same way. One viewer, RobertoTylerOr1, thought the first part was truly funny, but felt it became less engaging when it focused more on action and horror. They particularly liked the story’s themes of aging and regret, and wished the movie had stayed focused on that aspect, feeling it lacked a clear direction.

The movie Anaconda will be released in theaters on December 25, 2025. Tom Gormican directed the film, and he wrote the script with Kevin Etten.

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2025-12-19 17:27