Godzilla (2014)
Gareth Edwards' thunderous reboot resurrects cinema's most iconic monster in a large-scale spectacle pitting ancient titans against a fragile humanity.
Godzilla - Movie Information
- Original Title: Godzilla
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Gareth Edwards
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 3m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Japanese, Tagalog
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 14, 2014 (Egypt), May 16, 2014 (United States - PG-13), May 16, 2014 (Canada - PG), May 16, 2014 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 15, 2014 (Germany - 12), May 14, 2014 (France - TP), May 15, 2014 (New Zealand - M), May 15, 2014 (Australia - M), May 16, 2014 (Brazil - 12), May 15, 2014 (Mexico - B), May 15, 2014 (Italy - T), May 15, 2014 (Spain - 12), May 15, 2014 (South Korea - 12), June 13, 2014 (China)
- Alternative Titles: Nautilus (US), Godzilla (BE), Godzilla (FR), Годзилла (RU), 哥吉拉 2014 (TW), Godzilla (ES), Chúa Tể Godzilla (VN), Godzilla 3D (IT)
- Production Companies: Legendary Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Godzilla - Plot
Ford Brody, a Navy bomb expert, has just reunited with his family in San Francisco when he is forced to go to Japan to help his estranged father, Joe. Soon, both men are swept up in an escalating crisis when an ancient alpha predator arises from the sea to combat malevolent adversaries that threaten the survival of humanity. The creatures leave colossal destruction in their wake, as they make their way toward their final battleground: San Francisco.
Godzilla - Trailer
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Godzilla - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Gareth Edwards
Main Cast
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson
- Elizabeth Olsen
- Juliette Binoche
- Bryan Cranston
- Ken Watanabe
- Sally Hawkins
- Al Sapienza
- David Strathairn
- James Pizzinato
- CJ Adams
Writers
- David Callaham
- Max Borenstein
Producers
- Brian Rogers
- Thomas Tull
- Jon Jashni
- Mary Parent
Godzilla - FAQs
Is Godzilla 2014 a remake of the original?
Godzilla (2014) is a reboot rather than a direct remake. It reimagines the iconic Toho monster for Western audiences and serves as the launch film of Legendary Pictures' MonsterVerse franchise, establishing a new continuity separate from both the original 1954 Japanese film and the 1998 American version.
Who are the main actors in Godzilla 2014?
Godzilla (2014) stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Navy bomb disposal expert Ford Brody, alongside Bryan Cranston as his obsessed father Joe, Elizabeth Olsen as Ford's wife Elle, Ken Watanabe as scientist Dr. Ishiro Serizawa, Juliette Binoche as Sandra Brody, and David Strathairn as Admiral Stenz.
What is the MonsterVerse and where does Godzilla 2014 fit?
The MonsterVerse is Legendary Pictures' shared cinematic universe featuring giant monsters known as Titans. Godzilla (2014) is the first entry in the franchise, followed by Kong: Skull Island (2017), Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019), and Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), establishing the mythology of ancient alpha predators.
What are the MUTOs in Godzilla 2014?
MUTOs — Massive Unidentified Terrestrial Organisms — are the primary antagonists of Godzilla (2014). These ancient parasitic creatures feed on radiation and were dormant for millions of years before awakening. Godzilla hunts them as a natural apex predator, restoring balance to the ecosystem in a battle that devastates multiple cities.
Where to stream or rent Godzilla 2014?
Godzilla (2014) is available to buy or rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It can also be rented through Spectrum On Demand and Plex. Availability may vary by region.
What is the age rating for Godzilla 2014?
Godzilla (2014) is rated PG-13 in the United States by the MPA. The rating reflects intense sequences of destruction, creature violence, and some frightening imagery. It is generally suitable for teenagers and older audiences, though younger children may find certain scenes intense.
How long is Godzilla 2014?
Godzilla (2014) has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes). Director Gareth Edwards used this extended running time to build tension and develop the human storyline before delivering the film's spectacular monster confrontations, a pacing choice that drew both praise and criticism from audiences.
Did Godzilla 2014 win any awards?
Godzilla (2014) earned recognition primarily for its technical achievements. It won the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films. The film also received nominations for its visual effects and sound design, with Alexandre Desplat's score drawing particular critical admiration.
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