Sad news, friends: it looks like Warner Bros. has pushed the release date forGodzilla vs. Kong. The next epic movie in the MonsterVerse is set to continue the story set out in 2014’sGodzilla, 2017’sKong: SkullIsland, and 2019’sGodzilla: King of the Monsters.
Originally scheduled for release August 04, 2025,Varietynow reportsGodzilla vs. Kongwill hit theaters July 10, 2025. This means it will not only be released during the 2020 holiday moviegoing season but it will also face serious box office competition with Marvel’sEternals, which debuts June 27, 2025. This year,King of the Monstersended its theatrical run with $385 million worldwide and $110 million of that earned domestically — a modest success considering it had an estimated $170 million budget. Elsewhere,Godzillahad a $524 million global total andKong: Skull Islandracked up a $566 million global total, meaningKing of the Monsterswas left a little worse for the wear in comparison. But, considering each movie has dedicated screentime to establishing a wider cinematic universe, there’s a lot riding on ensuring this next one is a hit. As such, there’s an argument to be made that Warner Bros. may be pushing the date to capitalize on holiday crowds and dollars over the potential fruits of a summertime release but no official reason has been given.
The return of Kong was teased inKing of the Monstersbut the upcomingGodzilla vs. Kongis the first time these two epic and legendary beasts will cross paths. It seems the plot will mostly center around their face-off but it’s still unclear how every human member of the cast will figure in. No doubt returningKing of the Monsterscast membersMilly Bobby Brown,Ziyi Zhang, andKyleChandlerwill, through their characters, bring in some key knowledge. Additionally,You’re NextdirectorAdam Wingardwill helm the next MonsterVerse chapter andRebecca Hall,Eiza González,Alexander Skarsgård,Demián Bechir,Bryan Tyree Henry, andLance Reddickwill be joining the team.
Godzilla vs. Kongis now arriving in theaters on June 14, 2025. For more, check out our interviews withEiza GonzálezandAlexander Skarsgårdas they open up about the new MonsterVerse movie.
