My Top 5 Troma Movies

The Toxic Avenger (1984)

Directed By – Michael Herz & Lloyd Kaufman

Starring – Mitch Cohen, Mark Torgl, Andree Maranda, Pat Ryan Jr

This movie tells the story of a scrawny, bullied janitor who becomes a superhero after falling into a vat of toxic waste. The film is a cult classic and spawned three sequels and a cartoon series.

Class of Nuke ‘Em High (1986)

Directors – Richard W. Haines, Michael Herz, Lloyd Kaufman

Starring – Janelle Brady, Gil Brenton, Robert Prichard, Pat Ryan

This film follows the students of a high school located next to a nuclear power plant who start to mutate after being exposed to toxic waste. The movie is known for its over-the-top gore, humour, and social commentary.

Tromeo and Juliet (1996)

Director – Lloyd Kaufman

Starring – Jane Jensen, Will Keenan, Valentine Miele, Maximillian Shaun

This is a modern retelling of the classic Shakespearean tale but with a Troma twist. The movie is filled with gore, nudity, and dark humour.

Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. (1990)

Directors – Lloyd Kaufman, Michael Herz

Starring – Rick Gianasi, Susan Byun, Bill Weeden, Thomas Cmkovich

This movie is a parody of the superhero genre, following a police officer who gains the powers of a Kabuki performer after being exposed to radioactive sushi. The film is filled with humour, action, and absurdity.

Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead (2006)

Directors – Lloyd Kaufman, Gabriel Friedman

Starring – Jason Yachanin, Kate Graham, Allyson Sereboff, Robin Watkins

This movie is a horror-comedy musical about a fast-food restaurant built on top of an ancient Indian burial ground. The film is known for its over-the-top gore, humour, and catchy musical numbers.