The Godzilla Podcast

This is it! Almost 10 years going through the entire Godzilla series. It's been a wonderful journey. Thank you all for the support! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5

Joe and Drew commentate over the highest grossing Godzilla movie ever. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Adam Wingard Screenplay by: Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett, Jeremy Slater Story by: Terry Rossio, Adam Wingard, Simon Barrett Based on: Godzilla and Mothra by Toho Co., Ltd. Produced by: Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Brian Rogers, Mary Parent, Alex Garcia, Eric McLeod Starring: Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Dan Stevens, Kaylee Hottle, Alex Ferns, Fala Chen Cinematography: Ben Seresin Edited by: Josh Schaeffer Music by: Tom Holkenborg, Antonio Di Iorio Production company: Legendary Pictures Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures (Worldwide), Toho (Japan) Release dates: March 25, 2024 (TCL Chinese Theatre), March 29, 2024 (United States) Running time: 115 minutes Country: United States Language: English Budget: $135–150 million Box office: $571.8 million  

In this episode, Drew and Joe commentate over the oscar-winning Godzilla Minus One. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Takashi Yamazaki Written by: Takashi Yamazaki Produced by: Minami Ichikawa, Shūji Abe, Kenji Yamada, Kazuaki Kishida, Gō Abe, Keiichirō Moriya Starring: Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe, Yuki Yamada, Munetaka Aoki, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Sakura Ando, Kuranosuke Sasaki Cinematography: Kōzō Shibasaki Edited by: Ryūji Miyajima Music by: Naoki Satō Production companies: Toho Studios, Robot Communications Distributed by: Toho Co., Ltd Release dates: October 18, 2023 (Shinjuku Toho Building), November 3, 2023 (Japan) Running time: 125 minutes Country: Japan Language: Japanese Budget: $10–15 million Box office: $113.6–116 million

On this episode of The Godzilla Podcast, hosts Drew and Joe take on the epic 2021 showdown, Godzilla vs. Kong. Directed by Adam Wingard, this blockbuster pits two legendary titans against each other in an all-out battle for supremacy, with humanity caught in the crossfire. The hosts explore the film's breathtaking visual effects, the intense action sequences, and the ensemble cast, including Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, and Brian Tyree Henry. Tune in for expert commentary, fascinating trivia, and Drew and Joe's personal insights on this $470.1 million monster mash! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Adam Wingard Screenplay by: Eric Pearson, Max Borenstein Story by: Terry Rossio, Michael Dougherty, Zach Shields Based on: Godzilla and Mechagodzilla by Toho Co., Ltd Produced by: Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Brian Rogers, Mary Parent, Alex Garcia, Eric McLeod Starring: Alexander Skarsgård Millie Bobby Brown Rebecca Hall Brian Tyree Henry Shun Oguri Eiza González Julian Dennison Lance Reddick Kyle Chandler Demián Bichir Cinematography: Ben Seresin Edited by: Josh Schaeffer Music by: Tom Holkenborg Production company: Legendary Pictures Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures (Worldwide) Toho (Japan) Release dates: March 24, 2021 (International) March 31, 2021 (United States) Running time: 113 minutes Country: United States Language: English Budget: $155–200 million Box office: $470.1 million

On this episode of The Godzilla Podcast, hosts Drew and Joe dive deep into the explosive 2019 blockbuster, Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Directed by Michael Dougherty, this monster-packed spectacle brings iconic kaiju like Godzilla, King Ghidorah, Mothra, and Rodan to the screen in an epic battle for dominance. The hosts break down the film's visual effects, high-stakes action, and the ensemble cast, including Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, and Millie Bobby Brown. Listen in as they provide expert commentary, trivia, and their personal take on this $387.3 million monster! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Michael Dougherty Screenplay by: Michael Dougherty, Zach Shields Story by: Max Borenstein, Michael Dougherty, Zach Shields Based on: Godzilla, King Ghidorah, Mothra, and Rodan by Toho Co., Ltd Produced by: Mary Parent, Alex Garcia, Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Brian Rogers Starring: Kyle Chandler Vera Farmiga Millie Bobby Brown Bradley Whitford Sally Hawkins Charles Dance Thomas Middleditch Aisha Hinds O'Shea Jackson Jr. David Strathairn Ken Watanabe Zhang Ziyi Cinematography: Lawrence Sher Edited by: Roger Barton, Richard Pearson, Bob Ducsay Music by: Bear McCreary Production company: Legendary Pictures Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures (worldwide), Toho (Japan) Release dates: May 13, 2019 (Beijing) May 31, 2019 (United States) Running time: 132 minutes Country: United States Language: English Budget: $170–200 million Box office: $387.3 million Keywords: Godzilla: King of the Monsters review, Godzilla Podcast, Godzilla commentary, 2019 Godzilla movie, Michael Dougherty Godzilla, kaiju battle, Godzilla vs Ghidorah, Mothra, Rodan

On this episode of The Godzilla Podcast, Drew and Joe finish their commentaries for the animated Godzilla movies with The Planet Eater! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Kōbun Shizuno Hiroyuki Seshita Screenplay by: Gen Urobuchi Story by: Gen Urobuchi Produced by: Takashi Yoshizawa Starring: Mamoru Miyano Takahiro Sakurai Tomokazu Sugita Yuki Kaji Music by: Takayuki Hattori Production companies: Polygon Pictures Toho Animation Distributed by: Toho Visual Entertainment (Japan) Netflix (Worldwide) Release dates: November 3, 2018 (TIFF) November 9, 2018 (Japan) Running time: 91 minutes Country: Japan Language: Japanese Box office: $1.5 million

On this episode of The Godzilla Podcast, Drew and Joe continue to commentate over the animated Godzilla movies with City on the Edge of Battle! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Kōbun Shizuno Hiroyuki Seshita Screenplay by: Sadayuki Murai Tetsuya Yamada Gen Urobuchi Story by: Gen Urobuchi Produced by: Takashi Yoshizawa Starring: Mamoru Miyano Takahiro Sakurai Tomokazu Sugita Yuki Kaji Junichi Suwabe Music by: Takayuki Hattori Production companies: Polygon Pictures Toho Animation Distributed by: Toho (Japan) Netflix (Worldwide) Release date: May 18, 2018 (Japan) Running time: 100 minutes Country: Japan Language: Japanese Box office: ¥100 million (opening)  

On this episode of The Godzilla Podcast, Drew and Joe commentate over the animated Godzilla movies, starting with Planet of the Monsters! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Directed by: Kōbun Shizuno Hiroyuki Seshita Screenplay by: Gen Urobuchi Story by: Gen Urobuchi Produced by: Takashi Yoshizawa Starring: Mamoru Miyano Takahiro Sakurai Kana Hanazawa Yūki Kaji Cinematography by: Kousuke Kawamura Edited by: Aya Hida Music by: Takayuki Hattori Production companies: Polygon Pictures Toho Animation Distributed by: Toho (Japan) Netflix (Worldwide) Release date: November 17, 2017 (Japan) Running time: 88 minutes Country: Japan Language: Japanese Box office: $3.3 million

Join Drew and Joe as they discuss the new Godzilla film right after watching it in the theater for the first time. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5

Drew and Joe sit down to discuss their viewing of the Apple TV+ show, Legacy of Monsters (2023-2024). Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godzillapodcast Discord: discord.gg/cFFx4N5 *** Episodes: "Aftermath" Directed by: Matt Shakman Written by: Chris Black Original release date: November 17, 2023 Description: Cate Randa, a traumatized schoolteacher, travels to Tokyo to settle her father's affairs and uncovers a family secret related to Monarch's past activities. "Departure" Directed by: Matt Shakman Written by: Chris Black Original release date: November 17, 2023 Description: Kentaro discovers Monarch files hinting at his great-uncle's whereabouts, leading to a chase to uncover family secrets and evade Monarch's pursuit. "Secrets and Lies" Directed by: Julian Holmes Written by: Andrew Colville Original release date: November 22, 2023 Description: As Cate and her group journey to Alaska to find her missing father, secrets about Monarch's past expeditions and Godzilla's history emerge. "Parallels and Interiors" Directed by: Julian Holmes Written by: Milla Bell-Hart Original release date: December 1, 2023 Description: Stranded in the wilderness, Cate and her allies confront a new threat while uncovering more about Monarch's past research. "The Way Out" Directed by: Mairzee Almas Written by: Amanda Overton Original release date: December 8, 2023 Description: Escaping from captivity, Cate and her group navigate military patrols and personal struggles as they search for answers about their family's past. "Terrifying Miracles" Directed by: Mairzee Almas Written by: Karl Greenfeld Original release date: December 15, 2023 Description: Cate's group faces internal conflicts and external threats as they delve deeper into Monarch's secrets and the mysteries of the Hollow Earth. "Will the Real May Please Stand Up?" Directed by: Hiromi Kamata Written by: Mariko Tamaki Original release date: December 22, 2023 Description: May's past catches up with her, forcing difficult choices and alliances as Cate negotiates with Monarch to protect her friends. "Birthright" Directed by: Hiromi Kamata Written by: Al Letson Original release date: December 29, 2023 Description: As Shaw seeks redemption, Cate and her allies confront Monarch and the consequences of their family's legacy. "Axis Mundi" Directed by: Andy Goddard Written by: Matt Fraction Original release date: January 5, 2024 Description: In a realm between worlds, Cate and her group encounter new dangers and revelations that may alter the course of their mission. "Beyond Logic" Directed by: Andy Goddard Written by: Chris Black Original release date: January 12, 2024 Description: The culmination of their journey brings Cate's group face-to-face with Godzilla and other titans, forcing sacrifices and unexpected alliances.