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In the late ’80s and early ’90s, it wasn’t unusual for violent movies like RoboCop and Rambo to be turned into Saturday morning cartoons for kids, but The Toxic Avenger still seemed like an unlikely candidate — until the 1984 low-budget gorefest was cleaned up for “Toxic Crusaders” in 1991.

An environmentally-conscious superhero cartoon in the vein of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and “Captain Planet,” the show ran for one season. All 13 episodes are coming to Blu-ray from Troma on December 10.

While originally animated on 16mm film, “Toxic Crusaders” was mastered on videotape for broadcast, including all digital effects and transitions. To present the series in the best possible quality, Troma has used advanced AI models to upscale the standard definition masters in high definition to capture the original broadcast’s intended experience.

Special Features for the two-disc set include:

Introduction by Troma’s Lloyd Kaufman (new) Original Toxic Crusaders toy commercials...

Teri Garr, known in part for her unforgettable role in the Mel Brooks classic Young Frankenstein, has passed away. Per Variety, Garr died on Tuesday in Los Angeles due to complications from multiple sclerosis at 79 years old. She had been living with multiple sclerosis for over two decades, having first revealed her diagnosis in 2002.

Born in Ohio, Garr was raised in North Hollywood before relocating to New York to study acting. After appearing in several Elvis Presley films in the 1960s, her breakthrough role was as Roberta Lincoln in the 1968 Star Trek episode "Assignment: Earth." She'd also had minor roles in other 60s shows like Batman and The Andy Griffith Show. She'd also become a regular performer on The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour and The Ken Berry 'Wow' Show.

In 1974, Garr starred in Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein as Inga, an assistant to Gene Wilder's Dr. Frederick Frankenstein; Wilder...

Ken Page, one of Broadway’s most familiar character actors who indelibly lent his voice to Tim Burton’s holiday film classic The Nightmare Before Christmas as the villainous Oogie Boogie, died Monday, September 30. He was 70.

His death was announced on social media by his friend Dorian Hannaway, who wrote that he “passed quietly and peacefully at his home.”

Born January 20, 1954, in St. Louis, Page was determined to pursue a career on the stage as early as high school, and received a full scholarship in musical theater at Fontbonne College in Clayton, Missouri. He began his professional career in the chorus of St. Louis’ Muny theater before making his Broadway debut in 1977 in the replacement cast for Cats as the Lion.

A more noticeable star turn came in the 1976 Broadway revival of Guys and Dolls, with Page all but stealing the show as Nicely-Nicely. Next came the 1978 hit Ain’t Misbehavin...

Ken Page, a revered stage performer and voice actor, has died. He was 70 years old.

Per Radio Times, Page's death was announced by Dorian Hannaway, a friend of the actor, with a social media post reading, "Ken Page has passed onto the next show. My heart is broken." The news comes as a surprise as Page had still been active as a performer, recently appearing on stage for a production of Les Misrables this past summer. No additional details have yet been revealed about the manner of Page's passing.

Born in 1954, Page majored in theater at Fontbonne College before launching his career in show business. He made his Broadway debut in production of The Wiz and went on to appear in shows like Guys and Dolls, Ain't Misbehavin', Children of Eden, The Wizard of Oz, Jesus Christ Superstar, Little Shop of Horrors, and more. One of his best known...

Most of main cast of Seinfeld had a difficult time finding individual mainstream success after the series ended TV appearances seem to make up the majority of their careers, but it seems to be changing Any lack of success is either self-afflicted or not their fault at all

Seinfeld was one of the most decade defining sitcoms of the 1990s and its popularity and influence hasn't seemed to waver since it ended. The show was popular, in fact, that its practically impossible to hear the names of its main cast members and not immediately think of their role on it. It's been alleged over the years, however, that the show's popularity is exactly what has prevented them from finding that same level of success in other projects. This infamous theory has been long-known to the public as simply the "Seinfeld curse".

It's never easy for a sitcom actor to find...

Television is currently in a golden age where there are more diverse options available than ever, yet all of this revolutionary content would not be possible without groundbreaking series from the '90s. There is no shortage of revolutionary programming that predates the decade. However, some of television's greatest achievements like Seinfeld, Twin Peaks, The X-Files, and Friends are all products of the '90s that left permanent marks on the industry.

It's easy to celebrate the decade's biggest hits that are still popular on modern streaming services. However, there are some equally innovative and exceptional '90s TV shows that aren't nearly as successful. These overlooked '90s gems deserve just as much attention as their more popular peers, whether they're being revisited or discovered for the first time.

Related: 10 Best Comedy Series of the 90s

NewsRadio 5 Seasons, 97 Episodes

NewsRadio features an all-star cast that includes the likes of Dave Foley,...

Emmy award winning show runner Mitch Watson discusses some of the movies he saw when he was a kid that ruined him for life.

Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode

A History Of Violence (2005)

On The Border (1998)

Hollywood Boulevard (1976) – Jon Davison’s trailer commentary

Gremlins (1984) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review, Tfh’s Mogwai Madness celebration

E.T. The Extraterrestrial (1982)

Santa Claus Conquers The Martians (1964)

Harold and Maude (1971) – Dan Ireland’s trailer commentary

Witchfinder General (1968) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s review

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994)

Shampoo (1975) – Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary, Glenn Erickson’s Criterion Blu-ray review

Swashbuckler (1976)

Jaws (1975) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Tfh’s Shark Attack At Hero Complex Gallery

The Neverending Story (1984)

Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) – Adam Rifkin’s trailer commentary, Randy Fuller’s wine pairing

Videodrome (1983) – Mick Garris’s trailer commentary

Don’t Look Up (2021)

Starship Troopers (1997)

They Live (1988)

Magic (1978)

Dead Of Night...

Gilbert Gottfried, the comedian, “Aladdin” star and owner of the most recognizable voice in Hollywood, has died after battling a long illness, his family announced Tuesday. He was 67.

His publicist told the Washington Post that he died of myotonic dystrophy type 2, a form of muscular dystrophy.

“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert’s honor,” his family wrote on Twitter.

Many people in Hollywood, including comedians Jason Alexander, Dane Cook and more, paid tribute to Gottfried after the shocking news of his death. “Gilbert Gottfried was never not funny,” wrote Cook. “He was a lovely guy, always friendly and made many people happy.

Gilbert Gottfried, the beloved comedian known for his outsize onstage talents as a stand-up comic and as an iconic voice actor on television and film, has died. The actor was 67 and died after battling a long illness.

The news was first shared via Twitter by fellow comedian Jason Alexander, who wrote, “Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family.”

Gottfried’s family shared a message on social media as well confirming his death. “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness,” the message from the Gottfried family said. “In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children.

Worlds are colliding: “Seinfeld” star Jason Alexander will guest this upcoming season on “The Conners,” making him the latest 1990s icon to appear on the “Roseanne” sequel series.

Alexander will appear in two episodes this season as “Pastor Phil,” described as “an unconventional cleric with a rebel past. He uses humor and unflinching honesty to spread the good word.” Viewers will be introduced to Pastor Phil when he’s a speaker at an AA meeting that Becky (Lecy Goranson) attends and Darlene (Sara Gilbert) joins in, looking for spiritual guidance.

Season 4 of “The Conners” premieres Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 9 p.m. on ABC. Besides Gilbert and Goranson, also back this season are John Goodman as Dan Conner, Laurie Metcalf as Jackie Harris, Michael Fishman as D.J. Conner, Emma Kenney as Harris Conner-Healy, Ames McNamara as Mark Conner-Healy, Jayden Rey as Mary Conner and Jay R. Ferguson as Ben.

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Legendary actor John Astin is celebrating his 91st birthday and fans of The Addams Family star are joining in on social media. Known across the world as the first man to bring the role of Gomez Addams to life in the 1960s, Astin is particularly popular with fans of the classic sitcom. Hoping to see the actor having a great day to celebrate turning 91, fans everywhere are wishing him the very best on his special day.

"Happy birthday to John Astin, who played Gomez Addams on the 1964 Addams Family television series," one Astin fan tweets. "Hope you have a great day!"

Happy birthday to John Astin, who played Gomez Addams on the 1964 Addams Family television series. Hope you have a great day!