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The Toxic Avenger Unrated

The Toxic Avenger Unrated

Action · Comedy · Science Fiction · 2025

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.

Movie details

The Toxic Avenger Unrated

“The hero we need now.”

2025 Action · Comedy · Science Fiction 1h 42m

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TMDB

5.9 / 10

Community rating

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.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Macon Blair

Written by

Macon Blair

Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage

Winston / Toxie, the Hero

Jacob Tremblay

Jacob Tremblay

Wade, the Kid

Taylour Paige

Taylour Paige

J.J. Doherty, the Wild Card

Julia Davis

Julia Davis

Kissy Sturnevan, his Associate

Jonny Coyne

Jonny Coyne

Thad Barkabus, the Big Boss

Elijah Wood

Elijah Wood

Fritz Garbinger, his Creepy Brother

Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon

Bob Garbinger, the Villain

Court is in session

Put The Toxic Avenger Unrated on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.