'Conquering streaming': Godzilla live-action series set to roar on Apple TV+
WandaVision's Matt Shakman takes on directing duties for Apple TV+'s live-action Godzilla series. As the world of Monsterverse expands, fans anticipate the upcoming Godzilla vs. Kong sequel and Skull Island animated series on Netflix.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:25 PM ISTWandaVision's Matt Shakman takes on directing duties for Apple TV+'s live-action Godzilla series. As the world of Monsterverse expands, fans anticipate the upcoming Godzilla vs. Kong sequel and Skull Island animated series on Netflix.
"Conquering Streaming" is how the industry is hailing the much-anticipated arrival of the live-action Godzilla series on Apple TV+. As reported by IGN, the Godzilla franchise, after its successful theatrical run with 2021's Godzilla vs. Kong, now ventures into the realm of digital streaming. The series, still fondly referred to as the "untitled Monsterverse series" or "Godzilla and the Titans," was first announced by Apple TV+ back in January.
Matt Shakman, fresh off his acclaimed work on WandaVision, has been signed to direct the first two episodes of the series. He will also carry the mantle of executive producer. Shakman's entrance into the Monsterverse promises an exciting blend of his distinctive visual storytelling and the colossal world of Godzilla.
"Dive Into Its Past": Unravelling Monarch's Mysteries
The Godzilla TV series is set to take fans on a thrilling journey, tracing the aftermath of the epic clash between Godzilla and the MUTOs in San Francisco as portrayed in 2014's Godzilla. The narrative centers on a family forced to delve into its history to expose their hidden ties to the enigmatic global organization known as Monarch. The series has been co-created by Chris Black, a veteran writer on Star Trek: Enterprise and Outcast, and Matt Fraction, known for his gripping work on comics such as Hawkeye, The Defenders, and Sex Criminals. Black is also set to be the showrunner for the series, indicating an enthralling fusion of talents in the upcoming series.
"A Bright Future for Godzilla": More Monsterverse Adventures Await
The Godzilla TV series isn't the only upcoming treat for Monsterverse fans. Legendary has roped in Dan Stevens to lead in the sequel to Godzilla vs. Kong, and the film's director, Adam Wingard, is also confirmed to return. The sequel is set to kick off its production in Australia this summer. Alongside, Netflix is working on an animated series, Skull Island, produced by Powerhouse Animation. The studio, known for popular shows like Castlevania, Blood of Zeus, and Masters of the Universe: Revelation, promises to render a captivating experience with Skull Island.
As these various projects unfold, Godzilla and King Kong fans find themselves anticipating an undefined yet exciting future. While the release window remains a mystery, the future of Monsterverse appears promisingly expansive and thrilling.
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