Godzilla, King of the Monsters!
During an assignment, foreign correspondent Steve Martin spends a layover in Tokyo and is caught amid the rampage of an unstoppable prehistoric monster the Japanese call 'Godzilla'. The only hope for both Japan and the world lies on a secret weapon, which may prove more destructive than the monster itself.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and Darkroom.
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Frequently asked questions about Godzilla, King of the Monsters!
Where can I watch Godzilla, King of the Monsters! in the United States?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! is available to stream on Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and Darkroom in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Godzilla, King of the Monsters! for free?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! streams free with ads in the United States on Darkroom. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Godzilla, King of the Monsters!?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! scores 6.5 on The Movie Database, 6.3 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 64 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Godzilla, King of the Monsters!?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! stars Raymond Burr, Takashi Shimura, Momoko Kôchi, Akira Takarada, and Akihiko Hirata. Terry O. Morse is the director and Ishirō Honda is the director.
How long is Godzilla, King of the Monsters!?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did Godzilla, King of the Monsters! come out?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! was released on April 27, 1956.
Which studio made Godzilla, King of the Monsters!?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! was produced by TOHO and Jewell Enterprises in Japan and the United States.
What was the budget for Godzilla, King of the Monsters!?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! was made on a budget of $25,000.
How much did Godzilla, King of the Monsters! make at the box office?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! grossed $2,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000.
What languages is Godzilla, King of the Monsters! in?
Godzilla, King of the Monsters! is in Japanese and English, and its original language is English.
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