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Leaked Toxic Avenger Scene Sparks Theater Concerns

8/29/2025

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A scene from *The Toxic Avenger* featuring explicit content leaked online, raising concerns among theater chains.
Director Macon Blair stated the scene is short and included in the R-rated version; no unrated cut exists.
The film, set to release on August 29, reimagines the 1984 horror-comedy and stars Peter Dinklage.

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Story summary

A scene from *The Toxic Avenger* featuring explicit content leaked online, raising concerns among theater chains.
Director Macon Blair stated the scene is short and included in the R-rated version; no unrated cut exists.
The film, set to release on August 29, reimagines the 1984 horror-comedy and stars Peter Dinklage.