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After more than four decades, one of cult cinema’s most enduring horror-comedy franchises is back. Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence, the long-awaited fifth installment in the beloved series, premieres in select theaters this August, Dread learned today.
Alongside the theatrical release announcement, the production has unveiled the film’s exclusive official poster and confirmed its return to San Diego Comic-Con, where the film’s official trailer will premiere before a live audience!
Since its debut in 1978, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes has evolved into a cult pop culture phenomenon, spawning multiple feature films, a Saturday morning animated series, a Nintendo game, helping launch the career of George Clooney, and earning generations of devoted fans. Now, the franchise returns with a fresh chapter that blends its signature offbeat humor with a modern satire of biotechnology and artificial intelligence.
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence will be released in select cities across the U.S. beginning August 7, including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Diego, and others, with additional cities to follow throughout the month. Specific theater listings and ticket information will be announced soon. Please visit the official website and social media channels for updates.
Further details for the film’s post-theatrical release will also be announced soon.
In Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence, a young biotech prodigy develops a revolutionary genetically engineered vegetable designed to solve humanity’s problems. But when the experiment spirals out of control, it unleashes a new generation of killer tomatoes, setting the stage for another outrageous chapter in the long-running cult franchise.
The film features an ensemble cast led by franchise icon John Astin (The Addams Family), reprising his role as Professor Gangreen, alongside David Koechner (Anchorman), Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight), Catherine Corcoran (Terrifier), Dan Bakkedahl (Veep), Myrna Velasco (Star Wars Resistance), Vernée Watson (Shrinking, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air), Paul Bates (Coming to America), Zachary Roozen (Romeo and Juliet Killers), Samantha Bailey (Just Add Magic), and Noor Razooky (The Old Man).
Fans attending San Diego Comic-Con will be among the first to experience Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence during the franchise’s official SDCC panel on Friday, July 24, at 7:15 p.m. in Room 6A of the San Diego Convention Center. Attendees will see the world premiere of the film’s official trailer, exclusive footage, participate in a Q&A, enjoy a special appearance by Norman the Killer Tomato, and have the chance to receive exclusive giveaways.
Joining the panel will be moderator and producer Michael Polis (Yo Gabba Gabba!), director David Ferino, original franchise creator Costa Dillon, and cast members Dan Bakkedahl, Myrna Velasco, Zachary Roozen, Samantha Bailey, and Noor Razooky.
In addition to the panel, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence will be featured at the Atomic Toybox booth (#3917) on the main floor of the San Diego Convention Center. Merchandise will include posters, tomato plushies, clothing, skateboards, and more.
Members of the film’s cast and creative team will also participate in autograph signings on July 24 and 25 at booth #3917.
“Attack of the Killer Tomatoes started in San Diego in 1978, and now it’s coming home,” said Steve Peace, who co-wrote and produced the original 1978 film. “We made this one in the city that created it, and there’s no better stage for its return than the biggest pop culture weekend of the year.”
The panel is open to San Diego Comic-Con badge holders.
