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Godzilla

1998·Movie
2h 18min·PG-13

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Godzilla fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, pop culture, and war

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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You want something quiet and calm

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About

Size does matter.

French nuclear tests irradiate an iguana into a giant monster that viciously attacks freighter ships in the Pacific Ocean. A team of experts, including Niko Tatopoulos, conclude that the oversized reptile is the culprit. Before long, the giant lizard is loose in Manhattan as the US military races to destroy the monster before it reproduces and it's spawn takes over the world.
Monster ActionSci-Fi DisasterCity DestructionCreature FeatureMilitary CombatBig-Budget SpectaclePopcorn EntertainmentUrban SurvivalIconic Monster Reimagined

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Godzilla

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Godzilla legally?

Godzilla is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Godzilla worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 20%, and Metacritic 32). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Godzilla rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Godzilla?

2 h 18 min

Godzilla runs 2 h 18 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Godzilla?

Critics26
Audiences44

Not quite. Audiences rate Godzilla higher (44) than critics (26). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Godzilla a box office hit?

Budget$130 million
Box office$379 million

Yes. It cost about $130 million to make and earned $379 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is Godzilla in?

EnglishFrenchJapaneseRussianSpanish

It was made in English, with some French, Japanese, Russian, Spanish. Produced in United States, Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Godzilla?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Godzilla in 105 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Godzilla use?

Humans Are the Real MonstersNever My FaultMeeting at Eye LevelMy Country, Right or WrongForeshadowingObscured Special EffectsFemale Monster SurpriseRamp JumpUncertain DoomThundering FootstepsSole SurvivorNon-Malicious Monsterand 181 more

TV Tropes lists 193 storytelling tropes for Godzilla, including Humans Are the Real Monsters, Never My Fault, Meeting at Eye Level.