Unleashing the Epic Clash: The MonsterVerse Unveils the Ultimate Godzilla-MUTO Showdown

Summary

Monarch: Legacy of the Monsters will revisit the Godzilla-MUTO fight from the 2014 movie, filling in the gaps and showing the conflict from different perspectives.

The series will reveal never-before-seen aspects of the battle, such as the initial confrontation between Godzilla and the MUTOs, as well as their eventual split. By delving deeper into this pivotal moment in the MonsterVerse's past, it offers a more extensive examination of the consequences that arise from the realization that monsters actually exist, shedding light on the impact it has on individuals beyond the realm of Godzilla's films.

Monarch: Legacy of the Monsters is set to unveil the remaining part of the Godzilla-MUTO battle in the 2014 film and continue the MonsterVerse storyline. In the second half of the Gareth Edwards-directed movie, Godzilla faced off against the two MUTOs in a series of intense fights in San Francisco, ultimately emerging as the victor. However, the onscreen portrayal of this conflict was limited, mainly showcasing the latter part of the battle. It is worth noting that the movie primarily depicted the aftermath of the fighting in San Francisco. Initially, the film displayed Godzilla's defeat, followed by a notable one-on-one encounter with the flying MUTO, during which he unleashed his iconic atomic breath attack for the first time. After a short rest, the story returned to Godzilla just as he was about to execute the now-famous "Kiss of Death," which proved fatal for the female MUTO. Much of the preceding events leading up to these climactic moments were largely left to the audience's imagination.

The MonsterVerse’s Monarch TV Show Is Revisiting Godzilla’s Fight With The MUTOs

Nine years later, the MonsterVerse is revisiting a crucial moment in its history. Images from Apple TV+'s Godzilla TV series, Monarch: Legacy of the Monsters, reveal what appears to be the identical school bus from the San Francisco scene, the military, and a fresh character portrayed by Anna Sawai looking upwards, possibly at a monster. It seems that Monarch will feature depictions of Godzilla's arrival in San Francisco from various perspectives, most likely from the viewpoint of the series' main characters. Consequently, it is reasonable to assume that the series will unveil portions of the battle that were not shown in the 2014 film.

Considering that the film abruptly shifted to another scene just as Godzilla and one of the MUTOs clashed, Monarch: Legacy of the Monsters has ample opportunity to showcase new action without merely rehashing what has already been witnessed. It is known that their initial confrontation resulted in the separation of Godzilla and the MUTO, rather than one killing the other. The series can fully depict what transpired during this critical moment, offering a comprehensive account through the eyes of Cate and other characters present.

In a sense, heading in this direction will allow the MonsterVerse to finally conclude the battle between Godzilla and the two MUTOs. The culmination of this conflict, where Godzilla releases his atomic breath down the female MUTO's throat, occurred in a section of the city that had been evacuated. As a result, this specific event may not be depicted in the series as it has already been adequately explored. However, the series can effectively fill in the gaps by showcasing the middle of the fight within its episodes, while the beginning and end of the battle can be referenced in the 2014 movie.

Why Godzilla 2014 Didn’t Show The Entire MUTO Fight

The decision not to show the entire fight between Godzilla and the MUTO initially may seem frustrating, but it served a purpose. By building up anticipation, the film managed to create excitement and tension leading up to its climax. Additionally, this approach may have been a strategic choice to stay within budget constraints. Although it was a risky move to withhold a significant portion of the action, the overwhelmingly positive response to Godzilla demonstrates that it ultimately paid off.

Why The MonsterVerse Is Heading Back To 2014 San Francisco

Since the events of the 2014 film, the MonsterVerse has moved on, but it's intriguing that the focus is now on Godzilla's encounter with the MUTOs after nine years. However, this decision aligns with the planned story for the series. Rather than emphasizing the current state of the MonsterVerse (after Godzilla vs. Kong), the new show aims to delve deeper into what occurred after Godzilla's reappearance following the US military's attempt to kill him in 1954.

Based on the synopsis, the purpose of this exploration is to meaningfully examine the consequences of the revelation that monsters truly exist. Given that Godzilla: King of the Monsters fast-forwarded by five years, the immediate response to the Titan's emergence was overlooked, creating an opportunity for a show like Monarch: Legacy of the Monsters to revisit this period. It deserves to be recognized as a significant moment in human history. This new show provides the MonsterVerse with ample opportunities to explore how individuals outside of Godzilla's movies were affected by the events of that day.