The Toxic Avenger: The Musical
Synopsis
Based on Lloyd Kaufman’s cult 1984 comedy film, The Toxic Avenger The Musical tells the story of the citizens of Tromaville who are crying out for a hero. Enter nerdy Melvin Ferd the Third, an aspiring earth scientist, determined to clean up the state’s major toxic waste problem. When a corrupt Mayor and her government goons get wind of his plans, they vow to stop this heroic feat. Melvin is attacked and tossed into a vat of toxic waste... transforming him instantly into The Toxic Avenger, New Jersey’s first superhero! Toxie is a 7-foot mutant freak with superhuman strength and a supersized heart to match. His aims are to save heavily polluted New Jersey, end global warming, win the heart of the prettiest (blindest) librarian in town - and get home in time for dinner!
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Type: Teaser • Published 2018-04-10
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 2018
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benji Sperring, Nick Morris
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe DiPietro, David Bryan, Lloyd Kaufman
- Original Title
- The Toxic Avenger: The Musical
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Production Studios
- BroadwayHD, Troma Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benji Sperring, Nick Morris
Joe DiPietro, David Bryan, Lloyd Kaufman
Austin Shaw, Lloyd Kaufman, Bonnie Comley, Stewart F. Lane
Department Leadership Roster
Benji Sperring
Director
Nick Morris
Director
Austin Shaw
Producer
David Bryan
Writer
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What is The Toxic Avenger: The Musical about?
Based on Lloyd Kaufman’s cult 1984 comedy film, The Toxic Avenger The Musical tells the story of the citizens of Tromaville who are crying out for a hero. Enter nerdy Melvin Ferd the Third, an aspiring earth scientist, determined to clean up the state’s major toxic waste problem. When a corrupt Mayor and her government goons get wind of his plans, they vow to stop this heroic feat. Melvin is attacked and tossed into a vat of toxic waste... transforming him instantly into The Toxic Avenger, New Jersey’s first superhero! Toxie is a 7-foot mutant freak with superhuman strength and a supersized heart to match. His aims are to save heavily polluted New Jersey, end global warming, win the heart of the prettiest (blindest) librarian in town - and get home in time for dinner!
Who directed The Toxic Avenger: The Musical?
The Toxic Avenger: The Musical was directed by Benji Sperring, Nick Morris.
Who stars in The Toxic Avenger: The Musical?
The principal cast of The Toxic Avenger: The Musical includes Ben Irish, Natalie Hope, Emma Salvo, Oscar Conlon-Morrey, Ché.
When was The Toxic Avenger: The Musical released and how long is it?
The Toxic Avenger: The Musical was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
Is The Toxic Avenger: The Musical based on a book or true story?
The Toxic Avenger: The Musical is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Joe DiPietro", Characters: "Lloyd Kaufman".