The Toxic Avenger
Directed by Lloyd Kaufman
A nerdy janitor becomes a toxic mutant superhero in this essential cult classic that put Lloyd Kaufman's Troma Entertainment on the map. Tromaville, New Jersey is being terrorized by criminals while the corrupt mayor does nothing. After a gang of thugs pull a cruel prank on Melvin, the janitor, he winds flying into a vat of toxic waste. But when an unexpected metamorphosis takes place, he becomes the Toxic Avenger, and starts using his superpowers to rid the city of the bad guys in no time at all. Contains strong language, sexual scenes, violence and gore.
A nerdy janitor becomes a toxic mutant superhero in this essential cult classic.
Cast: Andree Maranda, Mitch Cohen, Jennifer Babtist
Member Reviews
what the f*** did i just watch?
Good story and characters. Birth of a franchise for a reason.
Crazy wacky classic Troma
Great movie.
A must watch satirical gore fest mixed with glorious 80s campy horror.