The Office star Craig Robinson has joined an upcoming psychedelic comedy feature production titled Toad, and he will take on the role of the villain.
The movie comes from director Adam Rifkin (Detroit Rock City), and it’s made in the spirit of films like Cheech and Chong’s Up In Smoke, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, and Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas.
Toad follows the “wild story of two naive slackers, Sam (James Paxton of Twisters) and Alex (Oliver Wyman of Feeling Randy), who are hired to transport a box of contraband psychedelic toads from LA to Vegas.
“When the desert heat causes the toads to suffer heatstroke, our two heroes are inadvertently dosed when they give the toads CPR and suddenly find themselves on an hallucinogenic odyssey.”
Robinson will take on the role of Charles, “a charming, yet terrifying crime boss who entrusts the delivery of his precious toads to the knuckle headed Sam and Alex.
“When Sam and Alex fail to arrive in Vegas on schedule, an enraged Charles and his hulking henchmen are forced to intervene.”
Rifkin shared in a statement: “Craig Robinson is not only a comedy genius, but he’s also the nicest guy in the world. Which is why I’m all the more excited for him play our villain.
“I can’t wait to see that adorable smile of his turn dark. It’s an honor to be working with such a funny and talented guy on this extremely important movie!”
Robinson says, “I love Adam Rifkin movies and I love toads. The fact that the script is hilarious, and the cast is stellar didn’t hurt either.”
Producer Michael P.J. Gerstein says: “The whole production team is absolutely elated Craig has signed on to our project. Toad is elevated by his participation and this movie is going to knock people’s socks off.”
David Fuhrer, President of the Laugh Factory, adds: “Craig Robinson is the perfect talent to bring this unforgettable villain to life. With his unmatched charisma and comedic brilliance, Toad is destined to be the funniest movie ever. We’re beyond excited to have him help launch the Laugh Factory Presents banner.”
The movie stars shooting in February.
Source: Deadline
