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Movie Review: 'The Toxic Avenger'

The 2025 unrated remake updates the cult classic with modern social critiques, featuring Peter Dinklage as a janitor turned mutant hero battling corporate corruption in a small town of 12,800.

  • The Toxic Avenger, directed by Macon Blair, premieres today, August 29, and features Peter Dinklage as Winston Gooze.
  • Winston, a janitor at a biohazard-producing company, transforms into Toxie to seek revenge after a dire medical diagnosis.
  • Macon Blair stated he aimed to preserve both the gore and the sweetness of the original movie.
  • Cineverse acquired distribution rights, proving vital for the film's release.
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The Cinema Spot broke the news in on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
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