Entertainment studio Cineverse made a significant impact at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, presenting new material from two highly anticipated, non-rated theatrical releases: the reboot of The Toxic Avenger and a new installment in the Silent Night, Deadly Night franchise.
The studio’s presence was highlighted by a Hall H panel for The Toxic Avenger, which featured an exclusive first-look clip from the forthcoming horror-comedy. The panel included a formidable lineup of talent associated with the project. Writer and director Macon Blair was present, alongside the iconic co-founder of Troma Entertainment, Lloyd Kaufman. They were joined by a distinguished cast, including Peter Dinklage, Elijah Wood, Jacob Tremblay, and Taylour Paige. A surprise video message from cast member Kevin Bacon, who was unable to attend, was also presented to the audience. In conjunction with the panel, it was announced that tickets for the film’s theatrical run are now available for purchase.
Further promoting the film, all-day screenings were held at the Digital Gym Cinema, offering attendees exclusive merchandise and surprise introductions from the cast and filmmakers. The day culminated in a Comic-Con premiere screening and an afterparty at the Gaslamplighter Cocktail Bar.
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The narrative of The Toxic Avenger centers on Winston Gooze, a modest janitor who undergoes a radical transformation into a monstrous hero after being exposed to a catastrophic toxic accident. As the titular hero, he must confront and vanquish corrupt corporate figures and malevolent forces that endanger his son, his friends, and the broader community. The film is a production of Legendary Entertainment and is distributed by Cineverse.
Additionally, during a separate “Bold Voices of Contemporary Horror” panel, Cineverse debuted the first teaser for the returning slasher franchise, Silent Night, Deadly Night. The new film is written and directed by Mike P. Nelson and stars Rohan Campbell and Ruby Modine. A first-look image from the production was also released following the panel discussion.
The enthusiastic reception for both films at the convention suggests growing anticipation for their upcoming releases. The Toxic Avenger is scheduled for a wide theatrical release on August 29, 2025. Silent Night, Deadly Night is set to arrive in theaters on December 12, 2025.
