The Toxic Avenger Unrated (2025)
Macon Blair's gleefully unhinged superhero satire transforms a humble janitor into New Jersey's most grotesque — and surprisingly heartfelt — champion.
The Toxic Avenger Unrated - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Toxic Avenger Unrated
- Release Year: 2025
- Directed by: Macon Blair
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 42m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 28, 2025 (Australia - MA 15+), August 29, 2025 (United States - NR), August 29, 2025 (Canada), August 29, 2025 (United Kingdom - 18), September 25, 2025 (Germany - 18), August 28, 2025 (New Zealand - R16), October 30, 2025 (Italy), September 26, 2025 (Spain - 16)
- Alternative Titles: The Toxic Avenger (US), The Toxic Avenger Uncut (UK), Toxic le ravageur (CA), Токсичний месник (UA), Токсичный мститель (RU)
- Production Companies: Legendary Pictures, Troma Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Toxic Avenger Unrated - Plot
When a downtrodden janitor, Winston Gooze, is exposed to a catastrophic toxic accident, he's transformed into a new kind of hero: The Toxic Avenger. Now, Toxie must rise from outcast to savior, taking on ruthless corporate overlords and corrupt forces who threaten his son, his friends, and his community.
The Toxic Avenger Unrated - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see Toxie's monstrous transformation in full, gloriously unrated action:
The hero we need now.
Where to Watch The Toxic Avenger Unrated
Looking for where to watch The Toxic Avenger Unrated?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
The Toxic Avenger Unrated - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Macon Blair
Main Cast
- Peter Dinklage
- Jacob Tremblay
- Taylour Paige
- Julia Davis
- Jonny Coyne
- Elijah Wood
- Kevin Bacon
- David Yow
- Sarah Niles
- Shaun Dooley
Writers
- Macon Blair
Producers
- Lloyd Kaufman
- Michael Herz
- Mary Parent
- Alex Garcia
The Toxic Avenger Unrated - FAQs
Where can you stream The Toxic Avenger Unrated?
The Toxic Avenger Unrated is available to stream on Hulu, Screambox, and Midnight Pulp via Amazon Channel. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Is The Toxic Avenger Unrated a remake or reboot?
Yes. The Toxic Avenger Unrated is a reboot of the 1984 cult classic from Troma Entertainment. Directed by Macon Blair and produced with Legendary Pictures and original Troma producers Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz, it reimagines the iconic character for a modern audience with a bigger budget and satirical edge.
Who plays the Toxic Avenger in the 2025 film?
Peter Dinklage plays Winston Gooze, the janitor who becomes the Toxic Avenger, known as Toxie. The film also stars Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Kevin Bacon as the villain Bob Garbinger, Elijah Wood, and Sarah Niles as Mayor Togar.
What is The Toxic Avenger Unrated about?
A downtrodden janitor named Winston Gooze is exposed to a catastrophic toxic accident and transformed into a grotesque but powerful hero. Armed with superhuman strength and a mutated body, Toxie battles ruthless corporate villains and corrupt forces threatening his son, friends, and community.
What is the age rating for The Toxic Avenger Unrated?
The Toxic Avenger Unrated is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States. In other territories it carries stricter ratings: MA 15+ in Australia, 18 in the United Kingdom and Germany, R16 in New Zealand, and 16 in Spain, reflecting its graphic violence, gore, and adult content.
Does The Toxic Avenger Unrated have a post-credits scene?
The Toxic Avenger Unrated is a standalone reboot rather than part of a shared cinematic universe, so it does not follow the Marvel-style post-credits tradition. Viewers should check early audience reports after the film's August 2025 release for confirmation of any bonus footage.
Who directed The Toxic Avenger Unrated?
The Toxic Avenger Unrated was directed and written by Macon Blair, best known for his work on I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017). Blair brings a darkly comedic, character-driven sensibility to the superhero genre, balancing outrageous gore with genuine emotional stakes.
How long is The Toxic Avenger Unrated?
The Toxic Avenger Unrated has a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes (102 minutes). The film was released in the United States on August 29, 2025, with simultaneous releases in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom on the same date.
More About The Toxic Avenger Unrated
Explore further details, cast information, and official databases for this film: