After the absolute world-shaking success of Godzilla Minus One, Toho is officially getting the band back together. Director Takashi Yamazaki is returning to write, direct, and oversee the VFX for the next installment in the legendary franchise. We finally have a title and a date to circle on the calendar, thanks to the first poster, which doesn’t reveal anything, except the title, GodIt’sa Minus Zero, and the November premiere date.
Fdriver’s a Legend
It’s a surprise wasnwasn’ttants Yamazaki back in the driver’s seat. Godzilla Minus One wast a hit; it wasn’t a cultural phenomenon. It grossed over 7.65 billion yen and became the first Asian film to win the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.
Toho is leaning into that momentum, promising that this follow-up will continue the tradition of shocking and captivating audiences just like the original 1954 classic did over 70 years ago.
Details
While plot details remain confidential, we know Godzilla has been regenerating and that the director has teased a possible creature clash. Will update you you’ren as we have more inforyou’re.
A Busy Year for Yamazaki
If you’re one of the directors, you’re going to be seeing a lot of him. In addiAbrams’ the new Godzilla project, Yamazaki is teaming up with J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot to direct Grandgear. This will be his very first English-language feature, making him one of the most exciting directors to watch in 2026.
The King of the Monsters is set to reclaim his throne on November 6, 2026. While you wait, watch or rewatch Godzilla Minu One now on Apple TV, Prime Video, or Netflix. Here’s a look back at the trailer.
