In an exhilarating announcement, Legendary has revealed the title and release date for its next theatrical installment in the Monsterverse franchise. Titled Godzilla x Kong: Supernova, this highly anticipated film is currently in production and is set to hit theaters on March 26, 2027.
Directed by the talented Grant Sputore, known for his work on I Am Mother, Godzilla x Kong: Supernova promises to bring fresh energy to the beloved franchise. The film will introduce several new human characters who will join iconic Titans Godzilla and Kong as they confront a catastrophic, world-ending threat.
The cast is impressive and features a mix of rising stars and seasoned actors. Notable names include Kaitlyn Dever, Jack O’Connell, Delroy Lindo, Matthew Modine, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Sam Neill, and Dan Stevens. Stevens will reprise his role as veterinarian Trapper Beasley from the previous film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, which became the highest-grossing installment in the Monsterverse franchise.
The screenplay for Godzilla x Kong: Supernova is penned by Dave Callaham, known for his work on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Since its launch with Godzilla in 2014, Legendary's Monsterverse has expanded to include fan favorites like Kong: Skull Island and Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Additionally, the franchise has branched out with Netflix’s animated series Skull Island and the Apple TV+ series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.
The Monsterverse films, distributed by Warner Bros., have collectively grossed over $2.5 billion worldwide, solidifying their status as a major player in the cinematic universe landscape.
Fans can catch a glimpse of the upcoming film through a teaser released today, showcasing what to expect from this thrilling addition to the Monsterverse. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches!
