The Toxic Avengeris finally set to hit theaters later this year, and what better way to celebrate the occasion than to unveil the first look at Peter Dinklage as the titular mutant superhero. After premiering at Fantastic Fest in 2023, the latest entry inThe Toxic Avengerfranchise became a major topic of discussion due to being shelved indefinitely due to its unrated nature. Fortunately, not only will fans be able to see it in theaters, but it will also be the most unfiltered version of the filmmaker’s vision, and the results already look worthwhile.
Courtesy of Entertainment Weekly,The Toxic Avengerhas unveiled several new images fromthe long-awaited rebootfeaturing Dinklage as Toxie. It seems like the film decided to use a completely practical look for the hero, and while Dinklage is completely unrecognizable, it’s hard to argue that Toxie has ever looked better on screen. Yes, Dinklage will appear in his non-mutant form in the film, but it seems the Game of Thrones actor will be under heavy prosthetics and makeup for the majority ofThe Toxic Avenger. Check out the photos below.
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For those doubting if Dinklage, one of the best actors of our time, is able to bring a layered performance through the Toxie costume, fret not. Asour reviewstated, “He can be very sweet and sympathetic but also has an over-the-top rage that can be powerful” as the titular mutant hero. Other critics also raved aboutThe Toxic Avenger, garnering it a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score following its premiere at Fantastic Fest. Two years later, audiences will finally be able to judge for themselves, but the early signs are more than promising.
‘The Toxic Avengers’ Finally Has a Release Date
The Toxic Avengeris set to release in theaters on Jul 30, 2025. The theatrical rollout will featurethe unrated version of the film, directed by Macon Blair. Cineverse, which distributedTerrifier 3to nationwide box office success, is handlingThe Toxic Avengerfor Legendary Pictures. Although most potential distributors seemingly believed an unrated reboot of the cult franchise would not work on the big screen, Cineverse clearly sees the potential, especially since it’s been a critically acclaimed hit with festival audiences. A remake of the 1984 film of the same name,The Toxic Avengerhas been in the works since 2010, and 15 years later, it finally heads to the big screen.
In addition to Peter Dinklage as Winston Gooze, the cast ofThe Toxic Avengerincludes Jacob Tremblay as Wade Gooze, Taylour Paige as J.J. Doherty, Kevin Bacon as Bob Garbinger, Elijah Wood as Fritz Garbinger, Sarah Niles as Mayor Togar, Julia Davis as Kissy Sturnevan, Julian Kostov as Budd Berserk, David Yow as Guthrie Stockins, Macon Blair as Dennis, Jonny Coyne as Thad Barkabus, and Rebecca O’Mara as Shelly Gooze. Check out the plot synopsis below:
“Set in a fantasy world following janitor Winston Gooze (Dinklage), who, after a freak accident, transforms into a mutant vigilante known as Toxie. Armed with his mop, the unlikely hero battles freaks, gangsters and corrupt CEOs while trying to save his relationship with his son.”
Source:Entertainment Weekly
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