Godzilla, a disaster movie directed by Gareth Edwards, lands on Netflix on October 5, 2026. Debuting in theaters in 2014, this American reboot of the iconic Japanese creature assembles Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston, Ken Watanabe, Sally Hawkins, Juliette Binoche, and David Strathairn.
In 1999, a disaster wipes out Japan’s Janjira Nuclear Power Plant. Fifteen years later, engineer Joe Brody remains convinced the official story doesn’t add up. His investigation uncovers the existence of gigantic creatures kept under the watch of a secret scientific organization.
His son Ford, a U.S. Navy officer, is drawn into the crisis as two radiation-eating monsters threaten several cities. Their appearance also triggers the return of Godzilla, the ancient apex predator at the top of a natural balance that transcends humanity.
Directed by Gareth Edwards after Monsters, Godzilla kicks off Legendary Pictures' MonsterVerse. The film reintroduces the Toho-created kaiju from 1954 while establishing Monarch, the organization charged with studying these colossal creatures.
The universe expands with Godzilla II: King of the Monsters, introducing Mothra, Rodan, and King Ghidorah, followed by Godzilla vs. Kong. Gareth Edwards's film thus serves as the chronological starting point for this on-screen franchise.
Godzilla will be available on Netflix starting October 5, 2026.
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