Peter Jackson’s King Kong was the ninth entry in the King Kong franchise. The film remains Jackson’s only monster movie and he didn’t return to direct a sequel film. But he was interested to see a sequel of the film from one director who has a lifelong fascination with monsters. Jackson thought it would be great if Guillermo del Toro helmed the sequel, after hearing rumors of it at San Diego Comic-Con in 2014.
A still from Peter Jackson’s King Kong (2005) | Legendary Pictures
However, the sequel eventually went nowhere and WB rebooted the franchise with Kong: Skull Island in 2017. Del Toro’s work includes films like Pan’s Labyrinth, Hellboy, and Pacific Rim. He had worked with Peter Jackson to write the screenplay of The Hobbit trilogy.
Peter Jackson Wanted Guillermo del Toro to Helm The King Kong Sequel
Guillermo del Toro (credits: GuillemMedina | Wikimedia Commons)
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A still from Peter Jackson’s King Kong (2005) | Legendary Pictures
However, the sequel eventually went nowhere and WB rebooted the franchise with Kong: Skull Island in 2017. Del Toro’s work includes films like Pan’s Labyrinth, Hellboy, and Pacific Rim. He had worked with Peter Jackson to write the screenplay of The Hobbit trilogy.
Peter Jackson Wanted Guillermo del Toro to Helm The King Kong Sequel
Guillermo del Toro (credits: GuillemMedina | Wikimedia Commons)
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- 5/29/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
MonsterVerse is currently one of the most significant franchises in pop culture. It kickstarted with 2014’s Godzilla and went on to produce 4 films and 2 TV series. However, there is one film in the franchise that was initially conceived as a different venture, Kong: Skull Island.
The 2017 film was initially planned as a sequel to 2005’s King Kong. After the critical and commercial success of Peter Jackson’s King Kong remake, he thought of making a sequel. Co-incidentally, the director of the last two MonsterVerse films, Adam Wingard, was slated to direct it.
A still from King Kong | Universal Pictures
In an interview, director Adam Wingard revealed that he never had to make any official pitch for his MonsterVerse films. He shared the exciting story about the connection shared between Kong: Skull Island and the iconic Peter Jackson film starring Jack Black, Adrien Brody, and Naomi Watts.
Kong: Skull Island was...
The 2017 film was initially planned as a sequel to 2005’s King Kong. After the critical and commercial success of Peter Jackson’s King Kong remake, he thought of making a sequel. Co-incidentally, the director of the last two MonsterVerse films, Adam Wingard, was slated to direct it.
A still from King Kong | Universal Pictures
In an interview, director Adam Wingard revealed that he never had to make any official pitch for his MonsterVerse films. He shared the exciting story about the connection shared between Kong: Skull Island and the iconic Peter Jackson film starring Jack Black, Adrien Brody, and Naomi Watts.
Kong: Skull Island was...
- 5/29/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
The first season of Legendary’s MonsterVerse TV series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters ran on Apple TV+ from November into January (you can read our own Alex Maidy’s review of the first batch of episodes Here), and while Godzilla was an important figure in that season, it wrapped up with an episode that indicated Kong might be taking the spotlight if there were to be a follow-up. The show was co-developed by Chris Black (Star Trek: Enterprise) and Matt Fraction (Hawkeye), and during a recent interview with Gold Derby, Black said that Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 is aiming to be bigger and better – while giving viewers the Kong action they’re hoping to see.
Black told Gold Derby (with thanks to our friends at Bloody Disgusting for the transcription), “I think where we left the season gave us so much fertile territory for storytelling. Keiko comes back, we...
Black told Gold Derby (with thanks to our friends at Bloody Disgusting for the transcription), “I think where we left the season gave us so much fertile territory for storytelling. Keiko comes back, we...
- 5/24/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The MonsterVerse has, somewhat quietly, become one of the most reliable franchises going in Hollywood at the moment. For a full decade dating back to 2014's "Godzilla" right up through this year's "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire," these films have built up a loyal audience with no signs of fatigue on the part of the viewers. While Warner Bros. and Legendary are quickly looking to get a new installment going, they will need a new director, as we recently learned that Adam Wingard will not be returning to the helm. So, who should take his place?
Wingard is the only filmmaker to direct two MonsterVerse installments, having helmed 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" as well as "The New Empire," which now ranks as the highest-grossing "Godzilla" movie ever. So sure, the studio would probably have liked him to return, but he's busy with other projects. Besides, that just opens the...
Wingard is the only filmmaker to direct two MonsterVerse installments, having helmed 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" as well as "The New Empire," which now ranks as the highest-grossing "Godzilla" movie ever. So sure, the studio would probably have liked him to return, but he's busy with other projects. Besides, that just opens the...
- 5/22/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Adam Wingard will not return to direct the “Godzilla x Kong” sequel, according to an insider with knowledge of the project.
The filmmaker behind Legendary’s last two MonsterVerse hits — 2021’s “Godzilla vs. Kong” and 2024’s “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” — won’t return for a third installment. However, the door remains open for Wingard to return in the future.
The filmmaker didn’t have a deal in place to return, and will next direct “Onslaught” for A24 with Lyrical Media and Ryder Picture Company. Filming is scheduled to begin this fall. Wingard will direct from a script that he wrote with frequent collaborator Simon Barrett.
Wingard also has a “ThunderCats” movie in development at Warner Bros. centered on the 1985-1990 animated TV show about feline humanoids fighting to survive on a desolate planet against incredible odds.
“Godzilla x Kong” is expected to surpass 2017’s “Kong: Skull Island” as...
The filmmaker behind Legendary’s last two MonsterVerse hits — 2021’s “Godzilla vs. Kong” and 2024’s “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” — won’t return for a third installment. However, the door remains open for Wingard to return in the future.
The filmmaker didn’t have a deal in place to return, and will next direct “Onslaught” for A24 with Lyrical Media and Ryder Picture Company. Filming is scheduled to begin this fall. Wingard will direct from a script that he wrote with frequent collaborator Simon Barrett.
Wingard also has a “ThunderCats” movie in development at Warner Bros. centered on the 1985-1990 animated TV show about feline humanoids fighting to survive on a desolate planet against incredible odds.
“Godzilla x Kong” is expected to surpass 2017’s “Kong: Skull Island” as...
- 5/22/2024
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Box Office (Domestic): Aims At $200 Million Run In The US(Photo Credit – IMDb)
The MonsterVerse movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued its monstrous run on its sixth Monday. The film is still grossing solid numbers at the box office. Compared to other MonsterVerse movies, let us see how it performs in the theatres after a month of its release. Keep scrolling for more.
The 2024 movie had the lowest budget in the MonsterVerse franchise. The series began with 2014’s Godzilla, and there are five films, including this one. This is currently the second highest-grossing film in the series and might as well become the highest if things go well for it. It has been receiving positive responses in China and Japan as well. The film might not have impressed the critics so much as the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes only has a 54% score,...
The MonsterVerse movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued its monstrous run on its sixth Monday. The film is still grossing solid numbers at the box office. Compared to other MonsterVerse movies, let us see how it performs in the theatres after a month of its release. Keep scrolling for more.
The 2024 movie had the lowest budget in the MonsterVerse franchise. The series began with 2014’s Godzilla, and there are five films, including this one. This is currently the second highest-grossing film in the series and might as well become the highest if things go well for it. It has been receiving positive responses in China and Japan as well. The film might not have impressed the critics so much as the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes only has a 54% score,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
"Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire", directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, stars Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, available May 14, 2024 in 4K Uhd, Blu-ray, and DVD:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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- 5/8/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The past two weekends at the box office have been, in a word, miserable. Yes, "Challengers" won this most recent frame with a $15 million opening, but the total take for the weekend domestically was just over $60 million. Last weekend, when "Abigail" and Guy Ritchie's "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" underperformed, the weekend total was barely above $65 million. When total ticket sales for a weekend are less than what would be a so-so opening weekend for a summer blockbuster, things are dire. Fortunately, there are a couple of bright spots among the darkness.
On its fifth weekend in theaters, "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" pulled in $7.2 million domestically, dropping just 25% from weekend four. It held the number three spot on the charts behind this weekend's newcomers, "Challengers" and "Unsung Hero" ($7.75 million). That was also enough to bring it past the $500 million mark globally. Director Adam Wingard's monster flick...
On its fifth weekend in theaters, "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" pulled in $7.2 million domestically, dropping just 25% from weekend four. It held the number three spot on the charts behind this weekend's newcomers, "Challengers" and "Unsung Hero" ($7.75 million). That was also enough to bring it past the $500 million mark globally. Director Adam Wingard's monster flick...
- 4/30/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The MonsterVerse continues to be a winning franchise for Warner Bros. and Legendary as "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" had another good weekend at the box office. While it was, all around, a bad weekend for theaters with not one but three new releases underperforming, the latest kaiju brawl in this ever-expanding universe held strong in its fourth weekend of release. It now ranks as the biggest entry in the franchise since 2017, surpassing 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong."
Director Adam Wingard's "The New Empire" pulled in $9.5 million in its fourth frame, placing third on the charts behind A24's "Civil War" ($11.1 million), which was in its second weekend, and Universal's "Abigail" ($10.2 million), which was new to theaters. The latest MonsterVerse film dropped just 38%, demonstrating an excellent hold week-to-week. Part of that has to do with a lack of direct competition in the marketplace but, either way, it's good news for WB and Legendary.
Director Adam Wingard's "The New Empire" pulled in $9.5 million in its fourth frame, placing third on the charts behind A24's "Civil War" ($11.1 million), which was in its second weekend, and Universal's "Abigail" ($10.2 million), which was new to theaters. The latest MonsterVerse film dropped just 38%, demonstrating an excellent hold week-to-week. Part of that has to do with a lack of direct competition in the marketplace but, either way, it's good news for WB and Legendary.
- 4/25/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The first season of Legendary’s MonsterVerse TV series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters ran on Apple TV+ from November into January (you can read our own Alex Maidy’s review of the first batch of episodes Here), and while Godzilla was an important figure in that season, it wrapped up with an episode that indicated Kong might be taking the spotlight if there were to be a follow-up. Earlier this month, it was confirmed that Monarch: Legacy of Monsters will indeed be getting a second season – and during an interview with Screen Rant, cast member Anna Sawai said she’s hoping to get to work on season 2 very soon.
When asked for an update on the status of the show, Sawai said, “I can’t tell you anything, because I actually don’t know what’s going on. I literally got the call that it’s going to be renewed,...
When asked for an update on the status of the show, Sawai said, “I can’t tell you anything, because I actually don’t know what’s going on. I literally got the call that it’s going to be renewed,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
War 2 ft Jr Ntr & Hrithik Roshan(Photo Credit –Instagram)
It’s a busy year for Jr Ntr. He has a big release coming up this year with Devara: Part 1. The actor is also a part of Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, which also stars Hrithik Roshan. Fans are excited to see the Ntr in Yrf’s Bollywood spy thriller. Every now and then, an exciting update about the movie creates excitement.
For War 2, Jr Ntr will be doing a lot of action. We have already seen him entertain the masses with his fights and stunt sequences in SS Rajamouli’s Rrr. However, the makers of Ayan’s movie don’t want to leave any stone unturned to make it a visual treat.
Hollywood Level Action For Jr Ntr’s Fight Scenes
A report by Gulte mentions that the makers have roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos for War 2.
It’s a busy year for Jr Ntr. He has a big release coming up this year with Devara: Part 1. The actor is also a part of Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, which also stars Hrithik Roshan. Fans are excited to see the Ntr in Yrf’s Bollywood spy thriller. Every now and then, an exciting update about the movie creates excitement.
For War 2, Jr Ntr will be doing a lot of action. We have already seen him entertain the masses with his fights and stunt sequences in SS Rajamouli’s Rrr. However, the makers of Ayan’s movie don’t want to leave any stone unturned to make it a visual treat.
Hollywood Level Action For Jr Ntr’s Fight Scenes
A report by Gulte mentions that the makers have roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos for War 2.
- 4/21/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
The shared universe between Godzilla and Pacific Rim has prompted speculation from fans that there is going to be a crossover film sooner or later. However, it seems the idea has not been picked up yet by the studios that created these movies.
Godzilla
Guillermo del Toro snuffed all hope when he confessed he was not involved in the making of Godzilla films. But, there are always endless possibilities in the movie industry and there is actually a way to make this dream crossover happen.
Guillermo del Toro On His Love For Godzilla
In an interview with Hitfix via Collider, director Guillermo del Toro shut down rumors of his attachment to the then-upcoming Godzilla reboot.
“I am not involved in Godzilla at all. I haven’t read it or plan to read it. Nor have I been approached to direct it.”
Suggested“I strongly advise you to open Guillermo del...
Godzilla
Guillermo del Toro snuffed all hope when he confessed he was not involved in the making of Godzilla films. But, there are always endless possibilities in the movie industry and there is actually a way to make this dream crossover happen.
Guillermo del Toro On His Love For Godzilla
In an interview with Hitfix via Collider, director Guillermo del Toro shut down rumors of his attachment to the then-upcoming Godzilla reboot.
“I am not involved in Godzilla at all. I haven’t read it or plan to read it. Nor have I been approached to direct it.”
Suggested“I strongly advise you to open Guillermo del...
- 4/15/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
A decade ago, Legendary Pictures secured the rights to Godzilla and other characters owned and created by the Japanese company Toho so they could launch a cinematic universe they call the MonsterVerse – and they also secured the rights to the King Kong character so he could be part of their MonsterVerse as well. Things got started with Godzilla in 2014, and since then the universe has expanded with Kong: Skull Island, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Godzilla vs. Kong, the animated series Skull Island, and the live-action series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Director Adam Wingard‘s Godzilla vs. Kong sequel Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is in theatres now and surpassing expectations, with its opening box office numbers being almost double what had been predicted for it. So it’s understandable that Legendary is telling The Hollywood Reporter they’re feeling good about the future of the MonsterVerse.
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- 4/9/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
With multiple Godzilla movies and T.V. shows dropping this year, it might be tricky for fans to track them all. Here is a guide that can help! (Picture Credit: IMDb)
On November 3, 2023, Toho Studios released what many consider to be one of the best Godzilla films in recent times — “Godzilla Minus One.” Then, Legendary Pictures came out with their first live-action series featuring the not-so-gentle giant in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” on November 17, 2023. They had also recently created an animated series based on King Kong called “Skull Island” on June 22, 2023.
With that being said — 2023 was Godzilla’s year, without a doubt! However, there’s a big difference between the Godzilla movies from Toho Studios and Legendary Pictures. Simply put, Toho owns Godzilla. However, Legendary Pictures secured the rights to the giant 500-ft lizard and other monsters in the Kaiju universe in 2014, ultimately coming up with a ‘Hollywood’ version known as the MonsterVerse.
On November 3, 2023, Toho Studios released what many consider to be one of the best Godzilla films in recent times — “Godzilla Minus One.” Then, Legendary Pictures came out with their first live-action series featuring the not-so-gentle giant in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” on November 17, 2023. They had also recently created an animated series based on King Kong called “Skull Island” on June 22, 2023.
With that being said — 2023 was Godzilla’s year, without a doubt! However, there’s a big difference between the Godzilla movies from Toho Studios and Legendary Pictures. Simply put, Toho owns Godzilla. However, Legendary Pictures secured the rights to the giant 500-ft lizard and other monsters in the Kaiju universe in 2014, ultimately coming up with a ‘Hollywood’ version known as the MonsterVerse.
- 4/3/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- KoiMoi
With a stellar opening weekend in the books for "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire," the MonsterVerse franchise has passed a significant milestone at the box office. The franchise, which kicked off in 2014 with director Gareth Edwards' "Godzilla," has collectively crossed the $2 billion mark worldwide. Through five films (and a TV show), the series has remained steadily popular, with no signs of audience fatigue whatsoever. Long live the King(s) of the Monsters.
Director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" pulled in a very impressive $80 million on its opening weekend, which was a far bigger number than pre-release tracking suggested. That number includes a record-breaking $10 million from Thursday preview screenings. The movie also pulled in $114.8 million internationally, giving it a global opening of $194.8 million. That makes it one of the biggest opening weekends of 2024 overall, right up there with "Dune: Part Two." More importantly, that pushed the MonsterVerse to a...
Director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" pulled in a very impressive $80 million on its opening weekend, which was a far bigger number than pre-release tracking suggested. That number includes a record-breaking $10 million from Thursday preview screenings. The movie also pulled in $114.8 million internationally, giving it a global opening of $194.8 million. That makes it one of the biggest opening weekends of 2024 overall, right up there with "Dune: Part Two." More importantly, that pushed the MonsterVerse to a...
- 4/1/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire”, demolished the theatrical box office over the 3-day weekend, grossing ‘Domestic’ $80,000,000 and ‘International’ $114,000,000 for a ‘Worldwide’ total of $194,000,000:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 4/1/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
This article contains mild spoilers for "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire."
Earth, the planet we all live on and must share with each other, is an amazing place full of wonders. Even now in 2024, it's wild to realize that humanity has yet to explore every inch of the planet, with a staggering percentage of the Earth's oceans having only been mapped by satellites. Although it feels like we've reached an age where there's little mystery left in the terrestrial, there still exists so much possibility on our planet before we even begin to consider other planets or galaxies beyond.
Although the theory of a hollow Earth in real life holds about as much veracity as a flat Earth, the concept has become a delightful metaphor in the MonsterVerse series of films for the exploration of new realms, continuing a tradition from classic monster movies like the original "King Kong" of adventure and discovery.
Earth, the planet we all live on and must share with each other, is an amazing place full of wonders. Even now in 2024, it's wild to realize that humanity has yet to explore every inch of the planet, with a staggering percentage of the Earth's oceans having only been mapped by satellites. Although it feels like we've reached an age where there's little mystery left in the terrestrial, there still exists so much possibility on our planet before we even begin to consider other planets or galaxies beyond.
Although the theory of a hollow Earth in real life holds about as much veracity as a flat Earth, the concept has become a delightful metaphor in the MonsterVerse series of films for the exploration of new realms, continuing a tradition from classic monster movies like the original "King Kong" of adventure and discovery.
- 3/31/2024
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
Godzilla and King Kong may be the titans fans flock to see, but a new contender has entered the ring, and he’s no mindless beast. Director Adam Wingard sheds light on the motivations behind Skar King, the cunning villain who stands as a stark contrast to Kong in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
A still from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
While Godzilla and other Titans are driven by instinct, Skar King is different. Unlike Godzilla and the other big monsters, he isn’t just acting on instincts. He’s smart and thinks things through. Here the director explains more about what makes Skar King such a unique and menacing villain.
Director Reveals Why Skar King is the Perfect Villain in the MonsterVerse
Director Adam Wingard wanted to show how smart primates can be in real life, and he used that to shape Skar King’s character.
A still from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
While Godzilla and other Titans are driven by instinct, Skar King is different. Unlike Godzilla and the other big monsters, he isn’t just acting on instincts. He’s smart and thinks things through. Here the director explains more about what makes Skar King such a unique and menacing villain.
Director Reveals Why Skar King is the Perfect Villain in the MonsterVerse
Director Adam Wingard wanted to show how smart primates can be in real life, and he used that to shape Skar King’s character.
- 3/30/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
"Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" is off to a downright excellent start at the box office. The latest entry in Warner Bros. and Legendary's ongoing MonsterVerse franchise serves as a follow-up to 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong," with the two titular Titans reluctantly teaming up to take down a bigger threat. It turns out that audiences are still very much on board with these movies, so much so that the latest installment pulled in a record-breaking $10 million during Thursday night preview screenings. This bodes very well for the movie's opening weekend prospects.
That $10 million figure represents a new record for the MonsterVerse, topping 2014's "Godzilla," which took in $9.3 million in preview grosses in its day en route to a whopping $93 million opening weekend. In comparison, 2017's "Kong: Skull Island" took in $3.7 million in previews before opening to $61 million, while 2019's "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" fell in the middle with...
That $10 million figure represents a new record for the MonsterVerse, topping 2014's "Godzilla," which took in $9.3 million in preview grosses in its day en route to a whopping $93 million opening weekend. In comparison, 2017's "Kong: Skull Island" took in $3.7 million in previews before opening to $61 million, while 2019's "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" fell in the middle with...
- 3/29/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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- 3/29/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
It's been three years since the King of the Monsters and the king of Skull Island graced the silver screen, but the legendary beasts are back in "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." Adam Wingard has returned to the director's chair for another kaiju-filled romp in the MonsterVerse, one that has even more monsters than 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" did. Wingard, it's also worth pointing out, is the first director to helm two movies in this franchise, so we're getting some consistency here. But are we getting anything else after the credits start rolling?
Both "Kong: Skull Island" and "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" had post-credits scenes, so it's reasonable to wonder if "Godzilla x Kong" is going to have one. We're here to address that very question in spoiler-free fashion. So fear not! If you're planning on heading to theaters to see the film on opening weekend, we're not...
Both "Kong: Skull Island" and "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" had post-credits scenes, so it's reasonable to wonder if "Godzilla x Kong" is going to have one. We're here to address that very question in spoiler-free fashion. So fear not! If you're planning on heading to theaters to see the film on opening weekend, we're not...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Franchise animation Kung Fu Panda 4 and creature clash Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire lead a bumper weekend of 16 new films at the UK-Ireland box office.
Universal’s Kung Fu Panda 4 has the biggest opening of the weekend in 715 sites – a significant jump for the series, after 2008’s Kung Fu Panda (448) and sequels in 2011 (514) and 2016 (585), all through Paramount.
Conversely, the total grosses of each film have dropped, with the first title making £20.4m, followed by £17m and £14.2m for the sequels. All of these were pre-pandemic; number four will look to cross the £10m mark before challenging any of those totals.
Universal’s Kung Fu Panda 4 has the biggest opening of the weekend in 715 sites – a significant jump for the series, after 2008’s Kung Fu Panda (448) and sequels in 2011 (514) and 2016 (585), all through Paramount.
Conversely, the total grosses of each film have dropped, with the first title making £20.4m, followed by £17m and £14.2m for the sequels. All of these were pre-pandemic; number four will look to cross the £10m mark before challenging any of those totals.
- 3/28/2024
- ScreenDaily
When it comes to massive monster-bashing blockbuster action, look no further than Warner Bros’ MonsterVerse. Ever since Gareth Edwards kicked off a whole new era of epic kaiju movies with 2014’s Godzilla – channelling a fresh take on the legendary Japanese city-smasher – the biggest beasts in cinema have faced off on the big screen in the likes of Kong: Skull Island, Godzilla: King Of The Monsters, and Godzilla Vs. Kong. And now, a whole new royal rumble is about to unfold – Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire crashes into cinemas on Friday 29 March, seeing the nuclear lizard and the mountain-sized monkey team up to take down a fresh batch of behemoths.
Get caught up on the MonsterVerse so far with our guide to the monsters themselves.
Godzilla
Introduced in: Godzilla (2014)
The original Titan remains King Of The Monsters – an epic protector of Earth, armed with a short temper, an almighty chainsaw-revving roar,...
Get caught up on the MonsterVerse so far with our guide to the monsters themselves.
Godzilla
Introduced in: Godzilla (2014)
The original Titan remains King Of The Monsters – an epic protector of Earth, armed with a short temper, an almighty chainsaw-revving roar,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Empire
- Empire - Movies
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire was finally revealed to the public Monday night after the Legendary/Warner Bros. film held its premiere at the Tcl Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, and the first reactions have already hit social media.
The epic kaiju film sees the team-up we’ve all been longing to see, as Godzilla and Kong join forces to take down a new threat to the world.
Godzilla vs. Kong filmmaker Adam Wingard is back in the director’s chair for The New Empire, and returning castmembers include Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry and Kaylee Hottle. Brit actor Dan Stevens, who worked with Wingard on the thriller The Guest (2014), joins the franchise as a lead in The New Empire. Other newcomers include Fala Chen, Alex Ferns and Rachel House. The script comes from Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett and Jeremy Slater.
The New Empire is the fifth feature in...
The epic kaiju film sees the team-up we’ve all been longing to see, as Godzilla and Kong join forces to take down a new threat to the world.
Godzilla vs. Kong filmmaker Adam Wingard is back in the director’s chair for The New Empire, and returning castmembers include Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry and Kaylee Hottle. Brit actor Dan Stevens, who worked with Wingard on the thriller The Guest (2014), joins the franchise as a lead in The New Empire. Other newcomers include Fala Chen, Alex Ferns and Rachel House. The script comes from Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett and Jeremy Slater.
The New Empire is the fifth feature in...
- 3/26/2024
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" was one of the key movies that helped to save theaters as the industry was trying to recover from the pandemic. Now, the MonsterVerse returns with a new entry that is once again poised to give theaters a much-needed boost. "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" sees the two legendary monsters teaming up to tackle a new threat. What does that mean? Even more monsters! Three years later, moviegoers still appear to be eager to see these versions of these characters as the film is eyeing a strong debut at the box office over Easter weekend.
Director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" is currently tracking to debut between $45 and $50 million over the holiday weekend, per Deadline. Unlike many holiday weekends, there is no Monday or Friday that the general public has off from work to help goose the numbers. Which means that, all things considered,...
Director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" is currently tracking to debut between $45 and $50 million over the holiday weekend, per Deadline. Unlike many holiday weekends, there is no Monday or Friday that the general public has off from work to help goose the numbers. Which means that, all things considered,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 3/21/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
After their epic throwdown in 2021, Godzilla and King Kong are joining forces in the highly anticipated sequel, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. This new adventure from Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures promises to be a deep dive into the history of these titans.
A still from Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire‘s teaser trailer
According to the official description, the film will delve into the secrets of Skull Island and beyond, uncovering the legendary battle that forged these awe-inspiring creatures and their mysterious connection to humanity.
Suggested“Seems awfully short”: ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ Faces Intense Fan Backlash for Short Runtime
Following the monumental success of Godzilla vs. Kong, this sequel marks the fifth installment in the thrilling MonsterVerse franchise, which includes previous blockbusters such as Godzilla (2014), Kong: Skull Island (2017), Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019), and the aforementioned showdown between Godzilla and Kong. Meanwhile, in one clip,...
A still from Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire‘s teaser trailer
According to the official description, the film will delve into the secrets of Skull Island and beyond, uncovering the legendary battle that forged these awe-inspiring creatures and their mysterious connection to humanity.
Suggested“Seems awfully short”: ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ Faces Intense Fan Backlash for Short Runtime
Following the monumental success of Godzilla vs. Kong, this sequel marks the fifth installment in the thrilling MonsterVerse franchise, which includes previous blockbusters such as Godzilla (2014), Kong: Skull Island (2017), Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019), and the aforementioned showdown between Godzilla and Kong. Meanwhile, in one clip,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 3/16/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
A new miniseries has been announced, and it looks fantastic.
We look at the cast list. What do we see? Oh, another show starring Nicole Kidman. Or Jake Lacy. Or Kate Winslet. Or Betty Gilpin.
You get the idea.
Look, we get it. A miniseries has limited episodes to make an impact, and a recognizable name can be a big draw.
Since it's become commonplace for renowned movie actors to make the move to television, particularly miniseries, why wouldn't a studio jump on the chance to nab a big name?
It's a winning formula -- literally.
Nicole Kidman is an Oscar winner. What television producer wouldn't want her attached to their project?
She's also snagged a couple of Emmys for her work on HBO's Big Little Lies. She's proven her worth as a TV star.
The same can be said about Kate Winslet, who similarly made the jump from movies to television.
We look at the cast list. What do we see? Oh, another show starring Nicole Kidman. Or Jake Lacy. Or Kate Winslet. Or Betty Gilpin.
You get the idea.
Look, we get it. A miniseries has limited episodes to make an impact, and a recognizable name can be a big draw.
Since it's become commonplace for renowned movie actors to make the move to television, particularly miniseries, why wouldn't a studio jump on the chance to nab a big name?
It's a winning formula -- literally.
Nicole Kidman is an Oscar winner. What television producer wouldn't want her attached to their project?
She's also snagged a couple of Emmys for her work on HBO's Big Little Lies. She's proven her worth as a TV star.
The same can be said about Kate Winslet, who similarly made the jump from movies to television.
- 3/14/2024
- by Shela Ward
- TVfanatic
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 3/13/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Last August, we heard that Imagine Entertainment had picked up the film rights to Daniel Kraus’s “swallowed by a whale” thriller novel Whalefall (you can buy a copy at This Link) and now Deadline has a cool update on the project: 20th Century Studios has come out the winner in a bidding war over the Whalefall theatrical distribution rights, and Brian Duffield – who recently worked with 20th Century on the alien invasion film No One Will Save You – has signed on to co-write, direct, and produce the film.
Duffield is working on the screenplay with Kraus, and here’s the story they’ll be bringing to the screen: Jay Gardiner has given himself a fool’s errand – to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Monastery Beach. He knows it’s a long shot, but Jay feels it’s the only...
Duffield is working on the screenplay with Kraus, and here’s the story they’ll be bringing to the screen: Jay Gardiner has given himself a fool’s errand – to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Monastery Beach. He knows it’s a long shot, but Jay feels it’s the only...
- 3/8/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 3/7/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
We are in a golden age of Godzilla and kaiju cinema. No matter your level of familiarity with the iconic Toho character, and no matter what aspect of the mythos you like, there is something for everyone. There's the acclaimed, Oscar-nominated masterpiece "Godzilla Minus One" that brings the monster back to basics. There's the thrilling TV show which puts a focus on its human characters, and, of course, there's also a bonkers series of blockbuster movies.
After the disastrous Roland Emmerich film from 1998, it wasn't until 2014 that Hollywood figured out how to make a big budget "Godzilla" movie work. Since then, the MonsterVerse has turned into one of the better blockbuster franchises today. These movies mix the silliness of the best Toho kaiju movies with proper continuity and world-building. The result is that the MonsterVerse has grown to be an expansive franchise with dozens of characters and kaiju co-existing in...
After the disastrous Roland Emmerich film from 1998, it wasn't until 2014 that Hollywood figured out how to make a big budget "Godzilla" movie work. Since then, the MonsterVerse has turned into one of the better blockbuster franchises today. These movies mix the silliness of the best Toho kaiju movies with proper continuity and world-building. The result is that the MonsterVerse has grown to be an expansive franchise with dozens of characters and kaiju co-existing in...
- 3/4/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 2/28/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Updated: Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love continued to sing sweet tunes in its sophomore session, adding $15M from 59 international box office markets for a drop of 37% from its above-expectations stellar opening. The overseas cume is now $49.4M for $120.6M worldwide.
We’ll dig into more about the reggae icon below, but for now let’s also look at some milestones crossed this session, as well as some new play.
To wit: Sony’s sexy romcom Anyone But You has now hit on $200M worldwide after a $6M offshore weekend in 48 markets ($112.8M intl cume). Since debuting during the Christmas holiday, the Glen Powell/Sydney Sweeney-starrer has become a social phenomenon with incredible holds. The Will Gluck-directed pic is the highest grossing R-rated romantic comedy globally since 2016’s Bridget Jones’s Baby and is also higher than recent romcoms Ticket To Paradise and The Lost City.
What’s more,...
We’ll dig into more about the reggae icon below, but for now let’s also look at some milestones crossed this session, as well as some new play.
To wit: Sony’s sexy romcom Anyone But You has now hit on $200M worldwide after a $6M offshore weekend in 48 markets ($112.8M intl cume). Since debuting during the Christmas holiday, the Glen Powell/Sydney Sweeney-starrer has become a social phenomenon with incredible holds. The Will Gluck-directed pic is the highest grossing R-rated romantic comedy globally since 2016’s Bridget Jones’s Baby and is also higher than recent romcoms Ticket To Paradise and The Lost City.
What’s more,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action", starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 2/17/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 2/15/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 2/8/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action”, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
"...the new film delves further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Movie Deluxe Titan 7-Inch Action Figure Case of 4...
- 2/3/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
James Gunn is launching the new DC Universe with a brand-new Superman (not to mention a new Supergirl), which puts the final nail in the coffin of Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel… or does it? Fans are eager to find a way for Henry Cavill to return to the role and Argylle director Matthew Vaughn wonders if Superman: Red Son might be the perfect opportunity.
While speaking on BroBible’s Post Credit Podcast, Matthew Vaughn praised Superman: Red Son, the Elseworlds mini-series written by Mark Millar. “I thought Red Son was one of the cleverest comics I’d ever read, and the current world we’re living in, it’s certainly become a lot more relevant because ignorance causes more issues, and I think the more we learn about Russia and the Russian history,” Vaughn said, before wondering what it would be like if Henry Cavill reprised his role for the project.
While speaking on BroBible’s Post Credit Podcast, Matthew Vaughn praised Superman: Red Son, the Elseworlds mini-series written by Mark Millar. “I thought Red Son was one of the cleverest comics I’d ever read, and the current world we’re living in, it’s certainly become a lot more relevant because ignorance causes more issues, and I think the more we learn about Russia and the Russian history,” Vaughn said, before wondering what it would be like if Henry Cavill reprised his role for the project.
- 1/31/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action", starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/30/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Take a look at the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, rated PG-13 for "creature violence and action", starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/24/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
"Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" was a pleasant surprise. The show delivered kaiju action worthy of the big screen, while also presenting a more compelling human story than any of the movies in the MonsterVerse so far. Part of that was down to its smaller scale and a point of view that is closer to the ground than the movies. Though Godzilla showed up a couple of times to big effect, it's the story of two people who discovered they are half-brothers that made the show worth watching.
Throughout the first season we followed a mystery box surrounding the birth of the secret organization, Monarch, as well as scientist Hiroshi Randa's efforts to prevent another catastrophe like G-Day. Through the main plot, the show got closer and closer to the plot of "Godzilla: King of the Monsters," bringing back the Hollow Earth that allows the Titans to travel around the world,...
Throughout the first season we followed a mystery box surrounding the birth of the secret organization, Monarch, as well as scientist Hiroshi Randa's efforts to prevent another catastrophe like G-Day. Through the main plot, the show got closer and closer to the plot of "Godzilla: King of the Monsters," bringing back the Hollow Earth that allows the Titans to travel around the world,...
- 1/12/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Take a look at more footage from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, now releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
‘…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/11/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Take a look at more action figures and toys from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, now releasing March 29, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
“…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle…
“…that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/10/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire will stomp into theaters two weeks earlier than expected, Legendary and Warner Bros. announced Tuesday.
The fifth installment in their MonsterVerse series will now open March 29 instead of April 12.
Godzilla x Kong is taking the date previously occupied by Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon Ho‘s Mickey 17, whose release is being delayed by post-strike production shifts. A new date is expected to be announced soon for the feature. (The shift was not exactly a surprise, as there has not been a trailer for the film yet.)
The latest feature film entry in Warner Bros./Legendary Entertainment‘s MonsterVerse follows the events of Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), where fans got to see the two apex kaijus finally fight for supremacy. A trailer for the film shows Godzilla x Kong delving deeper into the mysteries of the Hollow Earth and the reveal of a Titan menace...
The fifth installment in their MonsterVerse series will now open March 29 instead of April 12.
Godzilla x Kong is taking the date previously occupied by Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon Ho‘s Mickey 17, whose release is being delayed by post-strike production shifts. A new date is expected to be announced soon for the feature. (The shift was not exactly a surprise, as there has not been a trailer for the film yet.)
The latest feature film entry in Warner Bros./Legendary Entertainment‘s MonsterVerse follows the events of Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), where fans got to see the two apex kaijus finally fight for supremacy. A trailer for the film shows Godzilla x Kong delving deeper into the mysteries of the Hollow Earth and the reveal of a Titan menace...
- 1/10/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Take a look at new action figures from the upcoming live-action feature "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth feature in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse' movie franchise, starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing April 15, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla'…
‘..their origins, the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings…
“…and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/4/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
When Netflix released its first-ever Engagement Report — a revealing look into what (and how much) people are watching within the streamer’s film and TV catalog — live-action adult and young adult series like Ginny and Georgia, The Night Agent and Fubar were among those that topped nearly a billion hours watched.
But between January and June 2023, seasons of animated originals Sonic Prime, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Barbie Life in the Dreamhouse, My Dad the Bounty Hunter and The Creature Cases also ranked among the 500 most-viewed series (out of 18,000), as did acquisitions like Paw Patrol, CoComelon, Pj Masks and Peppa Pig.
And while much of the streamer’s most popular animated content came from its kids and family programming, the report reveals new and previously released seasons of adult animation and anime entries like Castlevania, Love, Death & Robots, Bee and Puppycat, Disenchantment, Big Mouth, and Skull Island were among the top 22 percent of watched titles.
But between January and June 2023, seasons of animated originals Sonic Prime, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Barbie Life in the Dreamhouse, My Dad the Bounty Hunter and The Creature Cases also ranked among the 500 most-viewed series (out of 18,000), as did acquisitions like Paw Patrol, CoComelon, Pj Masks and Peppa Pig.
And while much of the streamer’s most popular animated content came from its kids and family programming, the report reveals new and previously released seasons of adult animation and anime entries like Castlevania, Love, Death & Robots, Bee and Puppycat, Disenchantment, Big Mouth, and Skull Island were among the top 22 percent of watched titles.
- 12/30/2023
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
VFX supervisor Sean Konrad was tasked with bringing to life some iconic titans back for Apple TV+’s ten-part series “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.” Among them are “Kong: Skull Island’s” Mother Longlegs and Godzilla, as well as some new monsters, including a crab-inspired titan and star-mole beast.
Showrunner and co-creator Chris Black had always wanted to open the series on Skull Island to root the viewer in familiarity without having to rewatch past films. The opening episode sees Bill Randa (John Goodman) being chased through a bamboo forest that opens out onto a rock peninsula before Mother Longlegs emerges. Moments later, a giant rock crab creature known as Mantleclaw comes out of the ground, and a battle between the two monsters begins. For Black and Konrad, it was a way of paying homage to the MonsterVerse lore and allowed them to draw from the Hawaiian location.
As for design,...
Showrunner and co-creator Chris Black had always wanted to open the series on Skull Island to root the viewer in familiarity without having to rewatch past films. The opening episode sees Bill Randa (John Goodman) being chased through a bamboo forest that opens out onto a rock peninsula before Mother Longlegs emerges. Moments later, a giant rock crab creature known as Mantleclaw comes out of the ground, and a battle between the two monsters begins. For Black and Konrad, it was a way of paying homage to the MonsterVerse lore and allowed them to draw from the Hawaiian location.
As for design,...
- 12/18/2023
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
Take a look at more footage from "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" directed by Adam Wingard, as a sequel to "Godzilla vs. Kong" (2021) and the fifth film in Legendary Pictures' 'MonsterVerse', starring Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Kaylee Hottle and Fala Chen, releasing April 15, 2024 in theaters:
"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla', their origins and the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings and tied them to humankind forever..."
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"...the new film will delve further into the histories of 'Kong' and 'Godzilla', their origins and the mysteries of 'Skull Island' and beyond...
"...while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings and tied them to humankind forever..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 12/4/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
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