Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024) is the latest installment in Legendary’s MonsterVerse, directed by Adam Wingard. The film reunites the iconic titans Godzilla and Kong as they confront a new threat emerging from the depths of the Hollow Earth. This adventure delves deeper into the origins of these colossal beings and the mysteries of Skull Island.โ
Three years after the defeat of Mechagodzilla, Kong explores the Hollow Earth and discovers a hidden ape civilization ruled by the tyrannical Skar King. Skar King plans to conquer the surface world using Shimo, a frost-breathing Titan under his control. Meanwhile, Godzilla senses the impending danger and absorbs radiation to prepare for the looming battle.โ
As the threat escalates, Monarch scientists, including Dr. Ilene Andrews and Bernie Hayes, investigate mysterious signals leading them to the Iwi temple. There, they uncover a prophecy about the impending conflict and the role of Jia, a young girl with a unique connection to the Titans. With the awakening of Mothra, an ancient guardian, the stage is set for an epic showdown.โ
In the climactic battle, Godzilla and Kong join forces to confront Skar King and Shimo. With the help of Suko, a juvenile ape, they manage to break Skar King’s control over Shimo, leading to his defeat. The film concludes with Kong assuming leadership of the ape civilization in the Hollow Earth, while Godzilla returns to the surface, maintaining balance between humans and Titans.โ
