Godzilla vs. Kong
Godzilla and Kong collide amid a perilous expedition into the Titans’ hidden origins and a conspiracy threatening every giant creature on Earth.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Breakneck
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Moderate
- propulsive
- spectacular
- earnest
- blockbuster night
- monster movie marathon
What critics said
Critics broadly found the film silly and predictable but highly effective as fast, visually spectacular popcorn entertainment centered on its monster battles.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The film centers its visual identity on Godzilla and Kong clashing across expansive environments and urban skylines.
The human expedition and conspiracy unfold around creatures whose power and origins determine mankind's survival.
The squadron's mission enters fantastic uncharted terrain while investigating the Titans' origins.
The film delivers its central appeal through choreographed confrontations between Godzilla, Kong, and other colossal threats.
Films like Godzilla vs. Kong, and why
Godzilla: King of the Monsters
shared kaiju spectacle, city-smashing action, and science fiction creature mythology
Kong: Skull Island
shared giant ape protagonist, adventure spectacle, and monster-versus-monster conflict
Pacific Rim
shared colossal creature battles, urban destruction, and high-energy blockbuster action
Movie Details
- Director
- Adam Wingard
- Release Date
- 2021-03-24
- Runtime
- 114 min
- Rating
- 7.5 / 10 (10841)
Cast
- Alexander Skarsgård
- Rebecca Hall
- Kaylee Hottle
- Brian Tyree Henry
- Millie Bobby Brown
- Julian Dennison
- Demián Bichir
- Eiza González
- Shun Oguri
- Kyle Chandler
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Godzilla vs. Kong about?
- Godzilla and Kong collide amid a perilous expedition into the Titans’ hidden origins and a conspiracy threatening every giant creature on Earth.
- What is Godzilla vs. Kong like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Godzilla vs. Kong as breakneck, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Godzilla vs. Kong violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Godzilla vs. Kong as moderate.
- What did critics think of Godzilla vs. Kong?
- Critics broadly found the film silly and predictable but highly effective as fast, visually spectacular popcorn entertainment centered on its monster battles.
- Which films are like Godzilla vs. Kong?
- Films with a similar feel include Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Kong: Skull Island, and Pacific Rim.
- How long is Godzilla vs. Kong?
- Godzilla vs. Kong runs 114 minutes.
- Where can I watch Godzilla vs. Kong?
- In United States, Godzilla vs. Kong is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex.
