Year: 1988
Runtime: 88 mins
Language: English
Directors: R.J. Kizer, Donald G. Jackson
Sam “Hell” is a prisoner of the women who now run the United States after a nuclear/biological war. Mutants have risen and humanity faces extinction due to infertility. Hell is fitted with a bomb on his genitals that will explode if he strays too far, and must rescue a group of fertile women from the frog‑like mutant leader’s harem.
Warning: spoilers below!
Haven’t seen Hell Comes to Frogtown yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!
Read the complete plot breakdown of Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988), including all key story events, major twists, and the ending explained in detail. Discover what really happened—and what it all means.
In the late 20th century, a devastating nuclear war leaves Earth a desolate, post-apocalyptic wasteland. Fallout has rendered most humans sterile, so fertility becomes a top priority for the surviving government. Humanity also shares the planet with a race of mutant amphibians who have been exiled to the desert and forbidden from possessing firearms.
Sam Hell, Roddy Piper, a wandering scavenger, is recruited by the provincial government to serve as a human stud—a scarce role given the widespread sterility. The authorities trace a trail of pregnant women left in his wake and conclude that he is one of the few remaining fertile men. A protective codpiece is strapped to his groin to monitor his physiosexual condition, locked by an electronic mechanism that keeps him tethered to his mission.
When the mutant amphibians arm themselves and seize a group of fertile women, Hell is ordered to infiltrate their city, Frogtown, with the aim of rescuing the women and ensuring they become pregnant. He is accompanied by nurse Spangle, Sandahl Bergman, and corporal Centinella, Cec Verrell. On the way, Hell discovers that escaping is not simple—the codpiece will deliver a shock if he strays too far from his companions, forcing him to rely on Spangle despite her initially cold demeanor.
As the journey unfolds, the pair’s brittle alliance begins to soften, and they grow closer even as danger looms. Upon reaching Frogtown, the group is captured. The amphibians’ second-in-command, Bull, Nicholas Worth, tortures Hell and tries to remove the codpiece with brutal methods. Meanwhile, Spangle is forced to work as a slave and perform for the frogs’ Commander Toty, Brian Frank, testing her limits and resolve. The codpiece is finally removed by Bull with a chainsaw—an act that ends in tragedy when the device explodes and kills him.
With the obstacle eliminated, Hell seizes the chance to rescue Spangle and the remaining captive women. In the wake of captivity and danger, the mission shifts from acquisition to survival, and the pair—now drawn together under extraordinary pressure—find a chance at a fragile, hard-won victory amid the ruins of Frogtown.
Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 14:35
Don't stop at just watching — explore Hell Comes to Frogtown in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Hell Comes to Frogtown is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.
Track the full timeline of Hell Comes to Frogtown with every major event arranged chronologically. Perfect for decoding non-linear storytelling, flashbacks, or parallel narratives with a clear scene-by-scene breakdown.
Discover movies like Hell Comes to Frogtown that share similar genres, themes, and storytelling elements. Whether you’re drawn to the atmosphere, character arcs, or plot structure, these curated recommendations will help you explore more films you’ll love.
Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988) Scene-by-Scene Movie Timeline
Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988) Movie Characters, Themes & Settings
Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988) Spoiler-Free Summary & Key Flow
Movies Like Hell Comes to Frogtown – Similar Titles You’ll Enjoy
Freaks of Nature (2015) Story Summary & Characters
Frogs (1972) Story Summary & Characters
Hell Hath No Fury (2006) Spoiler-Packed Plot Recap
Frog-g-g! (2004) Complete Plot Breakdown
A Nymphoid Barbarian in Dinosaur Hell (1990) Full Summary & Key Details
Hell Squad (1985) Ending Explained & Film Insights
Hell Hunters (1987) Complete Plot Breakdown
Hellgate (1989) Film Overview & Timeline
2019: After the Fall of New York (1983) Ending Explained & Film Insights
Land of Doom (1986) Story Summary & Characters
Xtro (1982) Detailed Story Recap
Nightmare Weekend (1986) Detailed Story Recap
Hellmaster (1992) Full Summary & Key Details
Hell Mountain (1998) Movie Recap & Themes
Hell Hole (1978) Spoiler-Packed Plot Recap