While Marvel, DC, and “Star Wars” take up most of the headlines in franchise filmmaking, one of the more consistently successful franchises in modern blockbuster filmmaking is Legendary’s Monsterverse, which comprises all things Godzilla and King Kong in North America (Toho still releases “Godzilla” moves in Japan). Coming straight off the heels of Apple TV+’s successful “Monarch: Legacy Of Monsters,” TV limited series (which is more of a prequel anyhow), next up in the film universe via Warner Bros. is “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.”
The sequel to “Godzilla vs. Kong” (2021), the film is once again directed by filmmaker Adam Wingard, known for “You’re Next” (2011) and “The Guest” (2014), who has obviously upped his level and game since the days of his lo-fi indie-thriller-horror films.
Not much is known other than it’s Godzilla and Kong vs. a new threat to mankind, but as the trailer was revealed at CCXP this week in Brazil, we’re getting some new details, including Mini Kong and, well, lots of Kong! But essentially, it’s the next chapter of this story where the Titans clash, and the world has to deal with and navigate the consequences.
Some of, but not all, of the “Godzilla vs. Kong” cast return, including Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, and Kaylee Hottle (the little girl connected to Kong). Joining the cast as newcomers are Dan Stevens, Fala Chen, Alex Ferns, and Rachel House (we’ll assume franchise cast members like Millie Bobby Brown and Kyle Chandler return sometime down the road).
Screenwriters include “Pirates of The Caribbean” franchise writer Terry Rossio and Wingard’s creative partner Simon Barrett.
Here’s the official synopsis:
The epic battle continues! Legendary Pictures’ cinematic Monsterverse follows up the explosive showdown of “Godzilla vs. Kong” with an all-new adventure that pits the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world, challenging their very existence—and our own. “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” delves further into the histories of these Titans and their origins, as well as the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond, while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings and tied them to humankind forever.
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is scheduled for April 12, 2024, and certainly, titans and monsters will mash it up in the film. Watch the new trailer below.
