Overview

• Macon Blair’s film reboots the 1984 cult classic into a standalone universe, introducing Winston Gooze as a widower janitor and father portrayed by Dinklage.
• The film earned acclaim at Fantastic Fest 2023 and holds a 92% Rotten Tomatoes rating ahead of its wide, unrated theatrical debut from Cineverse on August 29.
• Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman revealed that scrapped plans for a fifth Toxic Avenger led to the decision to reboot the franchise under a $50 million production.
• Stunt double Luisa Guerreiro performed over 70% of the Toxic Avenger’s physical role in the prosthetic suit, highlighting the production’s emphasis on practical effects.
• Promotional appearances at San Diego Comic-Con and recent interviews have spotlighted the reboot’s blend of gory humor and timely satire of corporate greed and environmental issues.