Who founded Troma Entertainment and when was it established?
Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz established Troma Entertainment in 1974. They began producing raunchy sex comedies like The First Turn-On! and Squeeze Play! during the mid-1970s.
Questions about Troma Entertainment
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the origin of the name Troma Entertainment?
The name Troma came from Michael Herz trying to think of the most ugly sounding word ever uttered by man. This decision defined their brand identity before they became known for independent film production.
Which film made Troma Entertainment famous and what year did it release?
Troma had a hit with the violent comedy superhero film The Toxic Avenger in 1984. The film became Troma's most popular property, spawning sequels and an animated television program.
When did Troma Entertainment launch its streaming service Troma Now?
They launched a streaming service called Troma Now in 2015 offering subscribers a free trial month before requiring payment of US$4.99 monthly fee. As of 2023, Troma's slogan was 50 Years of Disrupting Media.
Where has the Tromadance Festival been held since 2020?
By 2014 the festival moved to New York City and since 2020 has been held at The Mahoning Drive-In Theater. The event originally took place in Park City, Utah at the same time as the Sundance Festival.