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The War of the Gargantuas

1966·Movie
1h 28min·G
63
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder7
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Kept in the background

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

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About

A crisis, striking from the mountains and the sea! Greater Tokyo is the battlefield of death!

Gaira, a humanoid sea beast spawned from the discarded cells of Frankenstein's monster, attacks the shores of Tokyo. While the Japanese military prepares to take action, Gaira's Gargantua brother, Sanda, descends from the mountains to defend his kin. A battle between good and evil ensues, leaving brothers divided and a city in ruins.
Classic Kaiju ActionGiant Monster SpectacleSci-Fi HorrorBrotherly ConflictDestructive WarfareThrilling BattlesJapanese Cinema ClassicVisual Effects LandmarkIntense Adrenaline

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Where can I stream The War of the Gargantuas legally?

The War of the Gargantuas is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The War of the Gargantuas worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The War of the Gargantuas rated?

GViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The War of the Gargantuas?

1 h 28 min

The War of the Gargantuas runs 1 h 28 min.

What language is The War of the Gargantuas in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The War of the Gargantuas?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The War of the Gargantuas in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.