Return of the Killer Tomatoes Now Streaming for Free: Watch George Clooney in This Cult Classic Shout! Studios has made the 1988 comedy-horror sequel Return of the Killer Tomatoes available for free on YouTube. The film, starring George Clooney and John Astin, follows Professor Gangreen's attempts to use genetically modified tomatoes to stage a coup. Known for its meta-humor and low-budget charm, the movie is a must-watch for fans of offbeat cinema. For horror fans and sci-fi enthusiasts searching for a hidden gem, a terrifying cult classic is now available to stream for free. Shout! Studios has released Return of the Killer Tomatoes on its official YouTube channel, allowing viewers to revisit this quirky 1988 sequel to the original 1978 hit. Directed by John De Bello, the film stars George Clooney and Anthony Starke in a story that blends humor, satire, and the absurd concept of killer vegetables. In this installment, Professor Mortimer Gangreen (John Astin) develops a new strain of violent tomatoes and attempts to unleash them on the world, with plans to even install his ally as president.The film is known for its self-aware humor and breaking the fourth wall, particularly in a scene where characters address the audience about budget issues, leading to an extended product-placement sequence. While it received mixed reviews at the time, the film has since gained a cult following. The crew for the project includes producer Lowell D. Blank, editor Stephen F. Andrich, and composers Neal Fox and Rick Patterson.