Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)
Ancient titans clash for global dominance as Monarch races to prevent humanity's extinction in this colossal MonsterVerse showdown.
Godzilla: King of the Monsters - Movie Information
- Original Title: Godzilla: King of the Monsters
- Release Year: 2019
- Directed by: Michael Dougherty
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Action
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 12m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin, English, Japanese
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 29, 2019 (Belgium - 16), May 31, 2019 (United States - PG-13), May 31, 2019 (Canada - PG), May 29, 2019 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 30, 2019 (Germany - 12), May 29, 2019 (France - TP), May 30, 2019 (India - UA), May 30, 2019 (New Zealand - M), May 30, 2019 (Australia - M), May 30, 2019 (Brazil - 12), May 31, 2019 (Mexico - B), May 30, 2019 (Italy - T), June 21, 2019 (Spain - 12), May 29, 2019 (South Korea - 12), May 31, 2019 (China)
- Alternative Titles: Godzilla: Rey de los Monstruos 2019 (ES), ゴジラ キング・オブ・モンスターズ (JP), Godzila: Monstrų Karalius (LT), Fathom (US), 고질라: 킹 오브 몬스터 (KR), 哥斯拉2：怪兽之王 (CN), 哥吉拉II：怪獸之王 (TW), Godzilla II: King of the Monsters (AU)
- Production Companies: Legendary Pictures, Huahua Media, TOHO
- Production Countries: China, Japan, United States of America
Godzilla: King of the Monsters - Plot
Follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance.
Godzilla: King of the Monsters - Trailer
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Long live the king.
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Godzilla: King of the Monsters - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Michael Dougherty
Main Cast
- Kyle Chandler
- Vera Farmiga
- Millie Bobby Brown
- Ken Watanabe
- Zhang Ziyi
- Bradley Whitford
- Sally Hawkins
- Charles Dance
- Thomas Middleditch
- Aisha Hinds
Writers
- Michael Dougherty
- Zach Shields
- Max Borenstein
Producers
- Brian Rogers
- Jon Jashni
- Thomas Tull
- Mary Parent
- Alex Garcia
Godzilla: King of the Monsters - FAQs
Is Godzilla: King of the Monsters connected to other MonsterVerse films?
Yes. Godzilla: King of the Monsters is the third entry in Legendary's MonsterVerse, following Godzilla (2014) and Kong: Skull Island (2017). It directly sets up Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), establishing the hierarchy of Titans and expanding the shared universe considerably.
Who are the main actors in Godzilla: King of the Monsters?
The principal cast includes Kyle Chandler as Mark Russell, Vera Farmiga as Emma Russell, and Millie Bobby Brown as Madison Russell. Ken Watanabe, Zhang Ziyi, Bradley Whitford, Sally Hawkins, Charles Dance, Thomas Middleditch, and Aisha Hinds round out the ensemble.
What is Godzilla: King of the Monsters about?
The film follows Monarch, a crypto-zoological agency, as ancient super-species known as Titans awaken worldwide. Godzilla clashes with Mothra, Rodan, and the three-headed King Ghidorah in a battle for dominance, while a fractured human family is caught at the center of the catastrophe.
Does Godzilla: King of the Monsters have a post-credits scene?
Yes. The film features a post-credits scene in which eco-terrorist Alan Jonah's team acquires the severed head of King Ghidorah from black-market traders in Mexico. This scene directly teases the resurrection of Ghidorah's consciousness and foreshadows events in Godzilla vs. Kong.
Where can I stream Godzilla: King of the Monsters?
Godzilla: King of the Monsters is available to stream on HBO Max. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Availability may vary by region.
What is the age rating for Godzilla: King of the Monsters?
Godzilla: King of the Monsters is rated PG-13 in the United States, meaning it may be unsuitable for children under 13 without parental guidance. The rating reflects intense sequences of monster action, destruction, and some mild language throughout the film.
How long is Godzilla: King of the Monsters?
Godzilla: King of the Monsters has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes). The film packs its runtime with large-scale Titan battles, Monarch storylines, and world-building sequences that expand the broader MonsterVerse mythology.
How was Godzilla: King of the Monsters received by critics?
Critical reception was mixed. On Rotten Tomatoes the film holds a modest critics score but earned stronger marks from general audiences, who praised its spectacular monster sequences and Bear McCreary's thunderous score. Critics were divided on the human storyline's depth versus the scale of its spectacle.
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