Ahead of Anaconda release, Paul Rudd and Thandiwe Newton explain why comedy and wild action click

Ahead of Anaconda’s release, Paul Rudd and Thandiwe Newton share how serious characters, absurd danger and humour combine to power the film’s action.

Anaconda is back, and this time it’s not just about jump scares; it’s packed with humour and high-stakes thrills. Paul Rudd and Jack Black take audiences on a wild ride as they chase their dream of rebooting the cult classic. The film also features a stellar ensemble cast including Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello, who play a hapless crew setting out to create movie magic, until a fateful encounter with a giant serpent turns their passion project into a fight for survival.

Paul Rudd and Jack Black on keeping a balance with wild action and adventure

“It's a tricky thing to balance,” observes Rudd, “and Tom always made it very real, except for key moments. It was wonderful for us as actors to feel taken care of in that way. Tom has such clarity of what he's going for.”