A new children’s picture book is bringing Godzilla into the world of classic fairy tales. Titled GODZILLA STOMP!, the upcoming hardcover is written by author Katherine Locke and illustrated by Emmy Award-winning artist Nikolas Ilic. Published by Penguin Young Readers Licenses, the book is scheduled to go on sale today: October 13th, 2026. (more…)

On Thursday, September 24th, 2026, I was invited along with other journalists to check out a secret screening of Godzilla Minus Zero in Los Angeles before it premiered at the New York Film Festival on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. Only 23 journalists were allowed, and it was held in a screening room at the Directors Guild of America, which is where the Hollywood premiere of Godzilla Minus One took place in November 2023.

Below is a short and, at times, purposely vague review of the film. With the film still so far out from release, I am amazed that Toho is allowing spoiler-free reviews/screenings so early. What I hope to do here is to give enough information from my own thoughts and impressions but to also give just enough so the excitement to see the film will last until release date. While this review, as it were, is to be spoiler-free, for some, ANYTHING new about the film is a spoiler. For that, I’d say go dark on Godzilla news/info until then. This is definitely a film you want to go into with little to no information.

Mild spoilers follow!

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Toho and the Los Angeles Dodgers have announced a special “Godzilla Minus Zero Night” that will take place during the team’s regular season home finale against the San Diego Padres on September 24th, 2026. The event will celebrate the upcoming release of Godzilla Minus Zero through featuring giveaways and additional in-stadium activities for fans. (more…)

Toho has partnered with Happy Color for an official Godzilla collaboration, bringing the King of the Monsters to the color-by-number app. Launching today, September 17, the collaboration begins with a collection of six Godzilla-inspired images, with additional content planned as part of the ongoing partnership. (more…)

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is joining forces with Toho for a multi-year partnership that kicks off with the introduction of a kaiju-themed movie theater. Launching at the brand-new Alamo Drafthouse Valley Fair in Santa Clara, California, this collaboration marks the start of a nationwide rollout of Godzilla-centric programming and exclusive merchandise. This article will act as a roundup of the various updates to come from this collab. (more…)

From Legendary Comics comes a campaign centered around the first 12 years of Monsterverse comics and graphic novels, highlighting the work of multiple artists who have put pen to paper to bring these larger-than-life stories and monsters to readers everywhere. Click to view the full press release, courtesy of Legendary.

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Toho Kingdom’s Chris Mirjahangir had the opportunity to speak at length with Takehiro Hira, who plays the character Hiroshi Randa in Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Note that this interview contains spoilers for episode 5 from Season 2 of the show, as well as potential spoilers for the unconfirmed Season 3.

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Godzilla is charging onto the Formula One stage. Toho and Toho International have announced a season-long collaboration with TGR Haas F1 Team, marking the first time the team has partnered with an entertainment property. The collaboration will make its global debut at the Japanese Grand Prix, taking place March 27th through the 29th of 2026. Ahead of the race weekend, fans will get an early look at a special-edition race car livery, set to be unveiled at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on March 24th. The themed car will then be displayed publicly at Haneda Airport, giving travelers a chance to see the collaboration up close before it hits the track. It’s a fitting setting, especially as Godzilla has recently had a strong promotional presence at Haneda itself.

Throughout the 2026 Formula One season, fans can expect integrated branding, original digital content and limited-edition merchandise tied to the collaboration. Race weekends will also feature special activations, which won’t be limited to Japan either. It’s set to return later in the year at the United States Grand Prix from October 23rd through the 25th, introducing the spectacle to American audiences. The timing is no coincidence, as it leads directly into the US theatrical release of the upcoming Godzilla Minus One film on November 6th.

Below is the original press release regarding the collaboration:

TOHO CO. LTD and TOHO International in Partnership with TGR Haas F1 Team

Unite to Unleash Godzilla at the Pinnacle of Motorsport

Godzilla is storming onto the Formula One grid through an unprecedented collaboration, appearing at marquee race weekends starting with the Japanese Grand Prix.

Los Angeles, CA – March 18, 2026 – TOHO CO., LTD and TOHO International are proud to announce a groundbreaking season-long collaboration with TGR Haas F1 Team, the American-licensed F1 racing team, marking the first-ever collaboration with an entertainment IP in the history of TGR Haas F1 Team. This extraordinary partnership will see Godzilla enter the world of Formula One, merging cinematic legacy with the high-speed precision of elite motorsport.

The collaboration will make its global debut during the Japanese Grand Prix, taking place March 27–29. The first major activation will be the reveal of a special-edition race car livery, unveiled at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya on March 24, offering fans an early look at the powerful fusion of pop culture and racing innovation.

Following the unveiling event, an exhibition livery will be on display from March 25 to March 30 at the central Marketplace area on the 2nd floor of Haneda Airport Terminal 2, one of Japan’s major international gateways.

“We are honored to announce this partnership between TGR Haas F1 Team—a team that continues to push the limits of performance on the global stage of Formula 1—and Godzilla, a cultural icon that has continued to evolve for more than 70 years since first emerging from Japan,” said Keiji Ota, Senior Managing Executive Officer and Chief Godzilla Officer, TOHO CO., LTD. “ Godzilla has come to represent indomitable power and resilience, a spirit that deeply resonates with the TGR Haas F1 Team’s determination to constantly break through barriers. Through this collaboration, get ready for Godzilla to rampage on the world’s fastest stage! We promise to bring an unprecedented experience that will excite fans of both Godzilla and the TGR Haas F1 Team all around the world.”

Throughout the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship, the partnership will feature a special edition car livery for the race, dynamic slate of integrated branding, original digital content, limited-edition merchandise, and race-weekend activations designed to engage fans across both motorsport and global pop culture communities.

Following its debut in Tokyo, the collaboration will also take center stage at the United States Grand Prix, taking place October 23–25, bringing Godzilla to American racing fans. These events also align ahead of the U.S. theatrical release of Godzilla Minus Zero, arriving in theaters on November 6.

“This is truly an extraordinary opportunity to showcase our brand to new audiences, and it’s a first for both TGR Haas F1 Team and TOHO,” shared Ayao Komatsu, Team Principal of TGR Haas F1 Team. “It’s an honor to bring a global icon such as Godzilla to this sport and activate across an important year for the franchise. We want our fanbases to combine and celebrate with us, as there will be lots to engage with this season.”

Further details regarding merchandise drops, special events, and fan experiences will be revealed ahead of the Japanese and the United States Grand Prix respectively.

Fans of Toho have a great reason to return to theaters this spring, as Alamo Drafthouse has announced a new monthly screening series celebrating the studio’s films. Named after the studio’s famous aspect ratio, which debuted for Big Hit Three Color Girls (1957) although is probably best remembered today for appearing on the science fiction production The Mysterians (1957) that year, the program is being called TohoScope. (more…)

As part of a press junket for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, Toho Kingdom and guest journalist Sabina Graves had the opportunity to interview Joe Tippett and Mari Yamamoto, who talk about their experiences returning to the show. Note the audio interview contains some mild spoilers related to the character developments of Tim and Dr. Keiko Randa in Season 2.

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Toho has announced that they will become more involved with movie productions and key investments outside of Japan. This will take effect starting in 2019, and will extend for years and years to come in the global marketplace. This article chronicles some of these efforts to break into these markets, ranging from co-producing, to investments and sometimes even acquisitions. (more…)

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and Fender Music Corporation Japan (FMCJ), in partnership with Toho, have officially announced a limited-edition collection honoring the 70th anniversary of Godzilla. This collaboration merges the guitar brand with the King of the Monsters, delivering three guitars: (more…)

This November, it will be 71 years since the debut of Godzilla (1954). To celebrate, Alamo Drafthouse is partnering once again with Toho International for the Godzilla Day celebration on November 3rd, 2025. This will be complete with exclusive merch, a rare film re-release and more surprises. (more…)

Toho International has announced a collaboration with Thirsty Waters to bring The Godzilla Experience to anime expo chibi this November 7–9, 2025, at the Ontario Convention Center. Fans of kaiju and boba alike are in for a treat as the King of the Monsters takes over the convention in a unique way. (more…)

Warner Bros. has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with Toho-Towa, a subsidiary of Toho. With a few exceptions, like Time Within Memory (1973) and Lensman (1984), Toho-Towa generally serves as Toho’s foreign distribution wing. This deal expands their influence as starting in 2026 it has been announced that they will handle theatrical distribution of Warner Bros.’ Hollywood films in Japan. The partnership launches with Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights (pictured above behind the logos). (more…)

Godzillafest is back in 2025, moving to a brand-new venue at the Holiday Inn Golden Gate in San Francisco for its second full-scale convention. Special guests include actress Tomoko Ai from Terror of Mechagodzilla (1975), storyboard artist and suit actor Hurricane Ryu, motion capture actor TJ Storm, and authors Steve Ryfle and Ed Godziszewski, who will be signing their latest book Godzilla: The First 70 Years. (more…)

On July 21st, 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with director Gareth Edwards, known for his work on Godzilla (2014), the recent Jurassic World Rebirth, and more. Originally, the plan was to ask him just a couple of quick questions about Godzilla before diving into Jurassic World Rebirth. However, once we started talking about the King of the Monsters, the conversation naturally kept drifting back to that film. It turned into a much more Godzilla-focused discussion than expected, and I think fans of the franchise will really enjoy the insights Gareth shares.

Just a quick heads-up: there are a few moments where Gareth’s WiFi cuts in and out, but I’ve done some light editing to smooth out the flow for clarity. (more…)

A brief interview held with Japanese filmmaker Shinji Higuchi at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, with the primary discussion centered around Shin Godzilla (2016).

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Tamashii Nations/Bandai sent over the Godzilla 2023 SDCC exclusive for early preview/review (review on the way). I did some quick shots to show off the figure (check out those cool blue/white backplates!) which you can if you are going to SDCC and want to pick one up at the Godzilla Booth (#3345) or Tamashii Booth (#3329) .
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At this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, Toho International will be hosting a Godzilla-themed panel. Titled Godzilla at 70: Seven Decades of the King of the Monsters, the panel will take place at the San Diego Convention Center on Friday, July 25th, 2025, at 4:15 pm. (more…)