The highly anticipated blockbuster, Godzilla Minus One, is set to make its debut in theaters worldwide, but the language of the screening is still a question. This 33rd entry in the Godzilla series from Toho Studios is a tribute to Godzilla's 70th anniversary, serving as both a franchise reboot and a fresh interpretation of the 1954 classic.
The movie Godzilla Minus One is not connected to the Legendary Pictures’ MonsterVerse series, so it should not be expected to continue any plot threads from films like Godzilla vs. Kong or Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.
Additionally, Godzilla Minus One differs from the MonsterVerse movies and TV shows in terms of language. While the latter projects were all shot in English, Godzilla Minus One was produced by a Japanese cast and crew, which may have implications for international viewers.
Is Godzilla Minus One in English?
No, Godzilla Minus One is not in English. The film is presented with its original Japanese audio track and English subtitles.
At present, it is unknown whether Toho and its distribution partners plan to create an English-language dub (or any other dub). As of now, the only option for non-Japanese speakers to enjoy Godzilla Minus One is through the subtitled version.
Despite skepticism, moviegoers should still consider seeing Godzilla Minus One as it has received rave reviews from English-speaking critics and holds a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. Even Director Gareth Edwards, who directed 2014’s Godzilla, praised the film in a recent interview, claiming it could be the best Godzilla movie of all time.
Edwards said, "There were a lot of things that I felt were very new for Godzilla [in Godzilla Minus One], and I felt jealous the whole time I was watching the movie. This is what a Godzilla movie should be."
Is Godzilla Minus One on streaming?
Godzilla Minus One is not currently available for streaming, and there is no information on when it will be available on VoD platforms or subscription services. Fans can watch the film at one of its cinema screenings starting on December 1 in the US, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Benelux, the Nordics, Poland, Australia, and New Zealand, with the UK and Ireland release following on December 15.
You shouldn't have trouble finding a theater that is showing Godzilla Minus One with English subtitles. The movie is set to premiere in over 1,000 theaters in North America and will also be available in other regions. Godzilla Minus One will be in cinemas starting on December 1. For more information on Godzilla, be sure to check out Dexerto’s full coverage.
Editor's P/S
As a Godzilla fan, I am thrilled to hear that the highly anticipated film, Godzilla Minus One, will be released outside of Japan. The fact that it will be presented in its original Japanese audio with English subtitles is both exciting and a bit disappointing. On the one hand, it allows fans to experience the film in its original form, appreciating the nuances of the Japanese language and the performances of the Japanese cast.
On the other hand, it means that non-Japanese speaking audiences will have to rely on subtitles to understand the dialogue, which can be distracting and take away from the immersive experience of the film. Nevertheless, I believe that Godzilla Minus One is a must-see for fans of the franchise and for moviegoers in general. The positive reviews from critics and the praise from renowned directors like Gareth Edwards only add to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the film. I am confident that Godzilla Minus One will live up to the legacy of the franchise and deliver an epic and thrilling cinematic experience.