Cineverse's The Toxic Avenger, Seeing Strong Digital and Physical Preorders, Showing Long-Term Revenue Opportunities
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) reports strong performance for its new release The Toxic Avenger Unrated, which has generated over $2 million in domestic box office revenue. The film, for which Cineverse acquired North American rights in perpetuity, has achieved the company's second-highest physical preorder numbers ever and is showing strong digital storefront engagement.
The horror/comedy remake, featuring Peter Dinklage and Kevin Bacon, was acquired, distributed, and marketed for less than $5 million. The film has received positive reception with 84% scores on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and fans. Cineverse is partnering with Iconic Events Releasing and VVS for U.S. and Canadian distribution respectively.
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) registra risultati solidi con il nuovo titolo The Toxic Avenger Unrated, che ha superato i 2 milioni di dollari al botteghino nazionale. Il film, i cui diritti per il Nord America sono stati acquisiti da Cineverse a tempo indeterminato, ha ottenuto il secondo miglior numero di preordini fisici nella storia della società e sta mostrando ottimo coinvolgimento nei negozi digitali.
Il remake horror-comico, con Peter Dinklage e Kevin Bacon, è stato acquisito, distribuito e promosso con un budget inferiore ai 5 milioni di dollari. Ha ricevuto critiche favorevoli con punteggi dell'84% su Rotten Tomatoes sia da parte della critica che del pubblico. Cineverse collabora con Iconic Events Releasing per gli Stati Uniti e con VVS per il Canada.
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) informa de un sólido desempeño de su nuevo lanzamiento The Toxic Avenger Unrated, que ha generado más de $2 millones en taquilla doméstica. La compañía, que adquirió los derechos permanentes para Norteamérica, ha registrado su segunda cifra más alta de preventas físicas y muestra un fuerte engagement en las plataformas digitales.
Este remake de terror/comedia, protagonizado por Peter Dinklage y Kevin Bacon, fue adquirido, distribuido y comercializado por menos de $5 millones. Ha obtenido una buena acogida con un 84% en Rotten Tomatoes tanto de críticos como de espectadores. Cineverse se asocia con Iconic Events Releasing para EE. UU. y con VVS para Canadá.
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS)가 새로 공개한 The Toxic Avenger Unrated이 국내 박스오피스에서 200만 달러 이상의 수익을 올리며 좋은 성과를 보고했습니다. 북미 판권을 영구 보유한 이 작품은 회사 역사상 두 번째로 높은 실물 선주문 수치를 기록했으며, 디지털 플랫폼에서도 높은 관심을 받고 있습니다.
피터 딩클리지(Peter Dinklage)와 케빈 베이컨(Kevin Bacon)이 출연한 이 호러 코미디 리메이크는 500만 달러 미만의 비용으로 인수, 배급, 마케팅되었습니다. 평단과 관객으로부터 모두 로튼토마토 84%의 긍정적 평가를 받았으며, Cineverse는 미국 배급을 위해 Iconic Events Releasing, 캐나다 배급을 위해 VVS와 협력하고 있습니다.
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) annonce de bonnes performances pour sa nouvelle sortie The Toxic Avenger Unrated, qui a rapporté plus de 2 millions de dollars au box-office domestique. La société, qui a acquis les droits nord-américains à titre perpétuel, enregistre son deuxième meilleur chiffre de précommandes physiques et observe un fort engagement sur les boutiques numériques.
Ce remake horrifique et comique, avec Peter Dinklage et Kevin Bacon, a été acquis, distribué et promu pour moins de 5 millions de dollars. Il a reçu un accueil favorable avec 84% sur Rotten Tomatoes de la part des critiques et du public. Cineverse s'associe à Iconic Events Releasing pour les États-Unis et à VVS pour le Canada.
Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) meldet starke Ergebnisse für den Neueinsteiger The Toxic Avenger Unrated, der über 2 Millionen US-Dollar an den heimischen Kinokassen eingespielt hat. Cineverse erwarb die nordamerikanischen Rechte auf Dauer; der Titel verzeichnete die zweitbesten physischen Vorbestellungen der Firmengeschichte und erzeugt hohe Interaktion in digitalen Shops.
Das Horror-Komödien-Remake mit Peter Dinklage und Kevin Bacon wurde für unter 5 Millionen US-Dollar erworben, vertrieben und vermarktet. Es erhielt positive Resonanz mit 84% bei Rotten Tomatoes von Kritikern und Zuschauern. Für die Verbreitung in den USA arbeitet Cineverse mit Iconic Events Releasing, in Kanada mit VVS zusammen.
- Strong box office performance with over $2M in domestic revenue
- Second-highest physical preorder numbers in company history
- Favorable reception with 84% Rotten Tomatoes scores
- Total costs under $5M for acquisition, distribution, and marketing
- Perpetual North American rights ownership across all media
- Release timing during a down Labor Day weekend versus previous year
Insights
Cineverse's $2M+ box office performance from Toxic Avenger against under $5M investment signals promising multi-window revenue potential.
Cineverse's (NASDAQ: CNVS) acquisition of The Toxic Avenger appears to be generating solid financial returns across multiple distribution windows. The film has already grossed
The company's North American rights "in all media and in perpetuity" represent a significant long-term asset. These rights allow Cineverse to capitalize on the IP across theatrical, physical media, digital storefronts, and eventually streaming platforms. The strong physical pre-orders (ranking as their #2 all-time film) are particularly notable in today's digital-first market, suggesting a dedicated fan base willing to pay premium prices for physical copies.
The film's dual release strategy (rated and unrated versions) maximizes potential audience reach while the
The Toxic Avenger – for which Cineverse has North American Rights in All Media in Perpetuity
– Grosses more than 2.5X Terrifier 2's Opening Weekend, with Iconic and VVS as
Canada Distribution Partners, Respectively
Already the No. 2 Strongest Physical Preorder of all Time for Cineverse
Following the acquisition, in all media and in perpetuity, of North American rights for Macon Blair's wild horror/comedy movie based on the Tromaverse's most iconic superhero, the wide release of The Toxic Avenger Unrated has already generated more than
The street date for physical and digital (both rated and unrated versions) will be announced following its theatrical run (buy tickets here).
Said Cineverse President and Chief Strategy Officer Erick Opeka, "This performance, following total acquisition, distribution and marketing costs of less than
Added Cineverse Chief Motion Pictures Officer Yolanda Macias, "We are humbled by every positive review we read and fan reaction we see on social (especially those who 'showed the **** up' in theatres dressed in character during what was otherwise a down Labor Day weekend vs. last year). They recognize the heart and soul poured into this film by amazing talent in front of and behind the camera – and as the film goes from theatrical to physical, digital and eventually streaming windows, we will continue to reach even bigger audiences that will no doubt fall in love with the superhero we need now."
The horror/comedy movie, written and directed by Blair (I Don't Feel At Home in This World Anymore, writer for Marvel Comics/Dark Horse Comics), is produced by Legendary Entertainment and distributed by Cineverse. Based on Troma Entertainment President and Co-founder Lloyd Kaufman's "THE TOXIC AVENGER" franchise, which first debuted four decades ago, the new film features an all-star cast including Peter Dinklage, Kevin Bacon (Footloose, Hollow Man), Elijah Wood (The Lord of the Rings franchise), Jacob Tremblay (Room, Wonder), and Taylour Paige (Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Zola).
When a downtrodden janitor, Winston Gooze (Dinklage), 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. In a world where greed runs rampant… justice is best served radioactive.
Cineverse's
THE TOXIC AVENGER
Premiered August 29, 2025
Run Time: 102 minutes | Rating: Not Rated
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY: Macon Blair
BASED ON: Lloyd Kaufman's "THE TOXIC AVENGER"
PRODUCER: Legendary Entertainment
DISTRIBUTOR: Cineverse
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About Cineverse Motion Pictures Group
Cineverse super-serves passionate audiences by distributing content across all windows and platforms, from theatrical to digital to physical. Following the breakout box office success of Terrifier 3, and August 2025 release of The Toxic Avenger, additional upcoming titles include the theatrical franchise returns of Silent Night, Deadly Night (December 12, 2025) and Return to Silent Hill (January 23, 2026). Also on Cineverse's slate is Wolf Creek: Legacy and the company's first kids and family theatrical release, Air Bud Returns.
About Cineverse
Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS) is a next-generation entertainment studio that empowers creators and entertains fans with a wide breadth of content through the power of technology. It has developed a new blueprint for delivering entertainment experiences to passionate audiences and results for its partners with unprecedented efficiency, and distributes more than 71,000 premium films, series, and podcasts. Cineverse connects fans with bold, authentic, independent stories. Properties include the highest-grossing non-rated film in
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