The first look at Peter Dinklage's upcoming superhero movie Toxic Avenger has been released. After years of delays, the film will finally hit the big screen this August. Early screenings have received positive reviews, and it currently holds a 92 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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The superhero movie is based on the 1984 classic horror-comedy directed by Michael Herz. Despite premiering at the 2023 Fantastic Fest, the film struggled to find a distributor until recently.
<h2>Director Macon Blair on new design</h2>
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, director Macon Blair said: "The goal was to try to stay true to the vibe of Lloyd's original Jennifer Aspinall/Mitch Cohen creature, with some influence from the Toxic Crusaders cartoon's look, while also trying to do something new and weird and lovable with Toxie's design."
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<h2>Peter Dinklage plays Winston Gooze</h2>
Peter Dinklage stars as Winston Gooze, a janitor who transforms into the Toxic Avenger after a freak accident. Armed with his trusty mop, Gooze fights to stop all who pollute the environment. The film is written and directed by Macon Blair and will be the fifth entry in the franchise.
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<h2>A long journey to the big screen</h2>
The movie had been stuck in production hell since 2013, with various actors and directors, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Guillermo del Toro, and Conrad Vernon being attached to the project at different points. It wasn't until Peter Dinklage joined the project in 2020 that production finally moved forward.
Dinklage is joined by an impressive supporting cast, including Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Julia Davis, Jonny Coyne, Elijah Wood, and Kevin Bacon.
Toxic Avenger is set to hit the big screen on 24 August 2025.
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The first look at Peter Dinklage's upcoming superhero movie Toxic Avenger has been released. After years of delays, the film will finally hit the big screen this August.

The first look at Peter Dinklage's upcoming superhero movie Toxic Avenger has been released. After years of delays, the film will finally hit the big screen this August. Early screenings have received positive reviews, and it currently holds a 92 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Also Read: Jon Bernthal spotted on the sets of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey The superhero movie is based on the 1984 classic horror-comedy directed by Michael Herz. Despite premiering at the 2023 Fantastic Fest, the film struggled to find a distributor until recently. Director Macon Blair on new design Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, director Macon Blair said: "The goal was to try to stay true to the vibe of Lloyd's original Jennifer Aspinall/Mitch Cohen creature, with some influence from the Toxic Crusaders cartoon's look, while also trying to do something new and weird and lovable with Toxie's design." 'The Toxic Avenger' reveals Toxie! See an exclusive first look at Peter Dinklage's titular hero in the flesh. 'Part human, part mutant, all heart,' says director Macon Blair. https://t.co/16cXyx5qtP — Entertainment Weekly (@EW) March 13, 2025 Also Read: Spider-Man 4: Sadie Sink's rumoured to play iconic Marvel character alongside Tom Holland Peter Dinklage plays Winston Gooze Peter Dinklage stars as Winston Gooze, a janitor who transforms into the Toxic Avenger after a freak accident. Armed with his trusty mop, Gooze fights to stop all who pollute the environment. The film is written and directed by Macon Blair and will be the fifth entry in the franchise. Also Read: Superman: New promo art for the upcoming DCU movie leaks online A long journey to the big screen The movie had been stuck in production hell since 2013, with various actors and directors, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Guillermo del Toro, and Conrad Vernon being attached to the project at different points. It wasn't until Peter Dinklage joined the project in 2020 that production finally moved forward. Dinklage is joined by an impressive supporting cast, including Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Julia Davis, Jonny Coyne, Elijah Wood, and Kevin Bacon. Toxic Avenger is set to hit the big screen on 24 August 2025. Also Read: Claymore live-action series in development at CBS Studios

The Toxic Avenger: First look at Peter Dinklage's superhero movie is here

The Toxic Avenger finally gets a release date. The superhero movie is based on the 1984 classic horror-comedy directed by Michael Herz. Despite having its premiere at the 2023 Fantastic Fest, the movie could not find a distributor till now.&nbsp;Cineverse, who finally acquired the rights set an August release date for the movie according to a report by Deadline.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who is the Toxic Avenger?</h2>
Peter Dinklage stars as Winston Gooze, a janitor who transforms into the Toxic Avenger after a freak accident. Armed with his trusty mob Gooze fights to stop all who pollute the environment. The movie is written and directed by Macon Blair and will be the fifth entry in the franchise.
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The movie will be unrated and Blair had this to say about the movie "It&rsquo;s so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theaters, it&rsquo;s a fun rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family! Our goal was always to preserve the heart and spirit of the original".&nbsp;
<h2>The long road to release</h2>
The movie had been stuck in production hell since 2013, with various actors and directors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Guillermo del Toro, and Conrad Vernon associated with it at some point. It wasn't until Peter Dinklage joined the project in 2020 that the movie finally took off.
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<h2>The supporting cast&nbsp;</h2>
Dinklage is joined by an impressive supporting cast that includes Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Julia Davis, Jonny Coyne, Elijah Wood, and Kevin Bacon.
The Toxic Avenger is hitting the big screen on August 24, 2025.
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The reboot of the classic franchise finally gets an official release date. The movie, which stars Peter Dinklage in the lead had its premiere in 2023 at Fantastic Fest.

The Toxic Avenger finally gets a release date. The superhero movie is based on the 1984 classic horror-comedy directed by Michael Herz. Despite having its premiere at the 2023 Fantastic Fest, the movie could not find a distributor till now. Cineverse, who finally acquired the rights set an August release date for the movie according to a report by Deadline. Also Read: American Manhunt: OJ Simpson overtakes The Night Agent season 2 on Netflix's top 10 list Who is the Toxic Avenger? Peter Dinklage stars as Winston Gooze, a janitor who transforms into the Toxic Avenger after a freak accident. Armed with his trusty mob Gooze fights to stop all who pollute the environment. The movie is written and directed by Macon Blair and will be the fifth entry in the franchise. Also Read: Delhi Crime: Season 3 of Netflix's true crime thriller adds Huma Qureshi The movie will be unrated and Blair had this to say about the movie "It’s so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theaters, it’s a fun rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family! Our goal was always to preserve the heart and spirit of the original". The long road to release The movie had been stuck in production hell since 2013, with various actors and directors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Guillermo del Toro, and Conrad Vernon associated with it at some point. It wasn't until Peter Dinklage joined the project in 2020 that the movie finally took off. Also Read: Beyonce announces her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter tour The supporting cast Dinklage is joined by an impressive supporting cast that includes Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Julia Davis, Jonny Coyne, Elijah Wood, and Kevin Bacon. The Toxic Avenger is hitting the big screen on August 24, 2025. Also Read: Kanye West reveals he has unfollowed everyone except Taylor Swift on Instagram

Peter Dinklage's Toxic Avenger gets official release date

Kevin Bacon is all set to star in the&nbsp; reboot of 1980s cult property 'Toxic Avenger'. Bacon will reportedly essay the role of villain in the movie.&nbsp; 
 
Kevin joins previously announced cast members <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-got-star-peter-dinklage-roped-in-for-reboot-of-1980s-cult-toxic-avenger-346591">Peter Dinklage</a>, Jacob Tremblay and Taylour Paige.&nbsp; 
 
Macon Blair will write and direct the project which will be a contemporary reimagining that will subvert the superhero genre as makers did for ‘Deadpool’.

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As per THR, Blair has penned the story of a struggling everyman who, when pushed into a vat of toxic waste, is transformed into a mutant freak who must go from shunned outcast to underdog hero as he races to save his son, his friends, and his community from the forces of corruption and greed. 
 
Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, director of the original Toxic Avenger will produce the new outing. 
 
Early this year, Toxic Avenger's original co-director Kaufman commented on Macon's script, "it’s better than the original. Macon Blair knows Troma better than I do. He’s seen everything. He’s seen the cartoon, he’s seen the Halloween special... And he loves our movies like Troma’s War and Terror Firmer... He knows the Troma sense of humor, the combination of slapstick and satire with the environmental theme." 
 
The original film centered on a man named Melvin, who becomes disfigured after falling into a vat of toxic waste, and goes on to fight bad guys under the superhero name Toxie.'Toxic Avenger' went on to become a big hit of the time

Kevin Bacon is all set to star in the reboot of 1980s cult property 'Toxic Avenger'. Bacon will reportedly essay the role of villain in the movie. Kevin joins previously announced cast members Peter Dinklage, Jacob Tremblay and Taylour Paige.

Kevin Bacon is all set to star in the reboot of 1980s cult property 'Toxic Avenger'. Bacon will reportedly essay the role of villain in the movie. Kevin joins previously announced cast members Peter Dinklage, Jacob Tremblay and Taylour Paige. Macon Blair will write and direct the project which will be a contemporary reimagining that will subvert the superhero genre as makers did for ‘Deadpool’. Chris Hemsworth wishes Chris Evans with unusual birthday post featuring Chris Pratt As per THR, Blair has penned the story of a struggling everyman who, when pushed into a vat of toxic waste, is transformed into a mutant freak who must go from shunned outcast to underdog hero as he races to save his son, his friends, and his community from the forces of corruption and greed. Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, director of the original Toxic Avenger will produce the new outing. Early this year, Toxic Avenger's original co-director Kaufman commented on Macon's script, "it’s better than the original. Macon Blair knows Troma better than I do. He’s seen everything. He’s seen the cartoon, he’s seen the Halloween special... And he loves our movies like Troma’s War and Terror Firmer... He knows the Troma sense of humor, the combination of slapstick and satire with the environmental theme." The original film centered on a man named Melvin, who becomes disfigured after falling into a vat of toxic waste, and goes on to fight bad guys under the superhero name Toxie.'Toxic Avenger' went on to become a big hit of the time

Kevin Bacon roped in for villain's role in reboot of 1980s cult 'Toxic Avenger'

‘Game of Thrones’ star Peter Dinklage who wowed the audience with his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister in the popular series is now set to breathe life into the 1980s cult property -- The Toxic Avenger.

Legendary is behind the reboot of the 1984 film from schlock movie house that will have Peter Dinklage.

The original film centered on a man named Melvin, who becomes disfigured after falling into a vat of toxic waste, and goes on to fight bad guys under the superhero name Toxie. Toxic Avenger went on to become a big hit of the time.

Macon Blair will write and direct the project which will be a contemporary reimagining that will subvert the superhero genre like makers did for ‘Deadpool’.

Troma founders Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, director of the original Toxic Avenger will produce the new outing.

Peter Dinklage’s portrayal as Lannister on HBO's ‘Game of Thrones’, earned him four Emmys and a Golden Globe for the role. He had a small role in ‘Avengers: Infinity War ‘(2018), and played an antagonist in ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ (2014).&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/game-of-thrones-co-stars-peter-dinklage-jason-momoa-to-reunite-in-vampire-movie-good-bad-undead-300151">'Game of Thrones' co-stars Peter Dinklage, Jason Momoa to reunite in vampire movie 'Good, Bad &amp; Undead'</a>

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‘Game of Thrones’ star Peter Dinklage who wowed the audience with his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister in the popular series is now set to breathe life into the 1980s cult property -- The Toxic Avenger.

‘Game of Thrones’ star Peter Dinklage who wowed the audience with his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister in the popular series is now set to breathe life into the 1980s cult property -- The Toxic Avenger. Legendary is behind the reboot of the 1984 film from schlock movie house that will have Peter Dinklage. The original film centered on a man named Melvin, who becomes disfigured after falling into a vat of toxic waste, and goes on to fight bad guys under the superhero name Toxie. Toxic Avenger went on to become a big hit of the time. Macon Blair will write and direct the project which will be a contemporary reimagining that will subvert the superhero genre like makers did for ‘Deadpool’. Troma founders Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, director of the original Toxic Avenger will produce the new outing. Peter Dinklage’s portrayal as Lannister on HBO's ‘Game of Thrones’, earned him four Emmys and a Golden Globe for the role. He had a small role in ‘Avengers: Infinity War ‘(2018), and played an antagonist in ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ (2014). 'Game of Thrones' co-stars Peter Dinklage, Jason Momoa to reunite in vampire movie 'Good, Bad & Undead' The secret to George Clooney's hair? The Flowbee

'GoT' star Peter Dinklage roped in for reboot of 1980s cult 'Toxic Avenger'