Godzilla (2014)
A naval officer races to protect his family as ancient, colossal predators clash for humanity's survival.
Ford Brody, a Navy bomb expert, has just reunited with his family in San Francisco when he is forced to go to Japan to help his estranged father, Joe. Soon, both men are swept up in an escalating crisis when an ancient alpha predator arises from the sea to combat malevolent adversaries that threaten the survival of humanity. The creatures leave colossal destruction in their wake, as they make their way toward their final battleground: San Francisco.
How intense is Godzilla?
Godzilla is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. Rated PG-13.
What Godzilla feels like
- Tone
- epicsuspensefulgritty
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream Godzilla
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Is Godzilla for you?
Is Godzilla scary?
Only a little. Godzilla has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Godzilla gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Godzilla sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Godzilla OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Godzilla?
Godzilla runs 2h 3m.
Where can I stream Godzilla?
Godzilla is streaming on Paramount+.
Does Godzilla have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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