Godzilla: The Series (1998)
The animated continuation of the 1998 blockbuster, following humanity's fight against a new generation of colossal monsters.
Godzilla: The Series - Series Information
- Original Title: Godzilla: The Series
- First Air Year: 1998
- Last Air Year: 2000
- Created by: Jeff Kline, Richard Raynis
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Kids
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 38
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 12, 1998 (United States - TV-Y7), September 12, 1998 (Australia - PG)
- Networks: Fox Kids
- Alternative Titles: Godzilla, la série (FR)
- Production Companies: Columbia TriStar Television, Adelaide Productions, Centropolis Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
Godzilla: The Series - Plot
Picking up where the blockbuster motion picture left off, Godzilla: The Series is a fast-paced animated adventure series that pits humanity against a new generation of giant monsters.
Godzilla: The Series - Trailer
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Godzilla: The Series - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Jeff Kline
- Richard Raynis
Main Cast
- Ian Ziering
- Charity James
- Brigitte Bako
- Rino Romano
- Malcolm Danare
- Tom Kenny
- Paget Brewster
- Kevin Dunn
- Joe Pantoliano
- Michael Lerner
Writers
- Robert N. Skir
- Marty Isenberg
- Greg Klein
- Michael Reaves
- Steven Melching
Godzilla: The Series - FAQs
Is Godzilla: The Series a sequel to the 1998 film?
Yes, the animated series picks up directly where the 1998 TriStar Pictures film left off. It follows Nick Tatopoulos and his team as they bond with a surviving Godzilla hatchling and battle a new wave of giant monsters, effectively continuing the movie's storyline in animated form.
Who voices the main characters in Godzilla: The Series?
Ian Ziering leads the cast as Nick Tatopoulos, with Rino Romano as Randy Hernandez, Brigitte Bako as Monique DuPre, Malcolm Danare as Mendel Craven, and Tom Kenny voicing the robot N.I.G.E.L. Paget Brewster, Joe Pantoliano, and Kevin Dunn also reprise roles from the original film.
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Why was Godzilla: The Series cancelled after two seasons?
The series was cancelled in 2000 after Fox Kids restructured its programming lineup. Despite strong ratings and a loyal fanbase that considered it superior to the 1998 film, the show ended after 38 episodes across two seasons, leaving several storylines unresolved.
How many episodes does Godzilla: The Series have?
The series ran for 38 episodes spread across two seasons — Season 1 with 21 episodes and Season 2 with 17 — plus 2 special episodes. It aired on Fox Kids from September 1998 through April 2000, making it a fairly substantial animated run for its era.
Is Godzilla: The Series worth watching for kaiju fans?
Widely regarded as far better than the movie it spun off from, the series earned genuine affection from kaiju enthusiasts and animation fans alike. It features creative monster designs, solid action, and a surprisingly engaging team dynamic — making it a rewarding watch for fans of giant monster entertainment.
What monsters appear in Godzilla: The Series?
The show introduced a wide roster of original giant creatures — mutated animals, alien organisms, and prehistoric beasts — alongside the series' own Godzilla. Monsters include giant insects, plesiosaur-like creatures, and alien invaders, giving each episode a fresh kaiju threat for the H.E.A.T. team to confront.
What animated series are similar to Godzilla: The Series?
Fans of the show often enjoy Pacific Rim: The Black, Roughnecks: Starship Troopers Chronicles, and Beast Machines: Transformers for their action-driven sci-fi tone. The Powerpuff Girls and G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero share a similar late-1990s animated adventure spirit that fans of the era tend to appreciate.
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