Cineverse has announced that “The Toxic Avenger,” a darkly comedic reimagining of Troma Entertainment’s 1984 cult classic of the same name, is heading to theaters in 2025.
Directed by Macon Blair (“I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore”) and starring Peter Dinklage, “The Toxic Avenger” reboot will premiere as an unrated wide release sometime later this year.
In this new chapter of the franchise created by Lloyd Kaufman and Troma Entertainment, Dinklage stars as downtrodden janitor Winston Gooze, who, after a freak accident, transforms into a mutant vigilante known as Toxie.
“Armed with his signature mop, the unlikely hero battles freaks, gangsters and corrupt CEOs while trying to save his relationship with his son. The story channels the subversive gonzo energy of the original ‘Toxic Avenger’ while delivering a fresh, contemporary twist,” reads the official synopsis.
Along with Dinklage, the movie stars Kevin Bacon, Elijah Wood, Jacob Tremblay, Julia Davis and Taylour Paige.
Blair directed the movie from a screenplay he wrote based on Kaufman’s 1984 original.
It is produced by Mary Parent, Alex Garcia, Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz. Executive producers include Andrew Pfeffer, Jay Ashenfelter and Macon Blair, with casting by Mark Bennett and Julie Harkin.
Blair’s off-screen collaborators include DP Dana Gonzalez, production designer Alexander Cameron, editors Brett W. Bachman and James Thomas, visual effects supervisor Chris Ritvo, costume designer Vanessa Porter and composers Will Blair and Brooke Blair.
Cineverse acquired all U.S. and Canadian theatrical, home entertainment and streaming rights through a deal with Legendary Entertainment.
On behalf of Cineverse, the deal was negotiated by Gary Loffredo, chief legal officer; Yolanda Macias; chief content officer; and Brandon Hill, executive director, acquisitions. CAA Media Finance brokered the deal on behalf of the filmmakers.
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