Two Crazy Monster Movies Are Killing It On Netflix Right Now

For weeks, the undisputed hot movie topic has been the inaugural trailer for Legendary Pictures' Godzilla vs. Kong. On January 24, 2021, avid MonsterVerse devotees and novice kaiju fans alike got their first glimpse of the titular beasts doing battle, taking the internet by storm in short order. Everyone began tossing out their theories, predictions, and even bets as to which way this fight of the century is going to go. However, they'll be waiting just a bit longer to get the definitive answer, as the feature won't hit big screens and HBO Max until March 31.

In the meantime, eager moviegoers and streamers have resorted to looking back upon the rich cinematic histories of both Kong and Godzilla. King Kong entered pop culture in 1933, and Godzilla in 1954. Both franchises have dozens of films and TV shows to watch today, from every era and with every budget you can imagine. But you could be forgiven for opting to watch only the best of the best from recent years.

Other fans are apparently making the same choice. This has caused two fan-favorite monster movies to rise for Netflix viewers in South and Central America as of late. If you happen to live elsewhere, never fear – these monster movies loom large, and are available from multiple other sources.

First is 2014's Godzilla reboot, directed by Gareth Edwards of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story fame. This was the 30th Godzilla-centric feature in its multi-generational history, and it kicked off Legendary Pictures' shared universe with a battle featuring the titular reptile and a pair of MUTOs — Massive Unidentified Terrestrial Organisms. As of this video, it holds a 76% certified fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics praising it for its sense of scale and the story's balance between the destructive monsters and the hapless humans caught in the crossfire.

Additionally, fans are also brushing up on their Kong knowledge with a rewatch of 2017's Kong: Skull Island. Director Jordan Vogt-Roberts' film is actually the first MonsterVerse installment, chronologically speaking, and brings audiences back to the 1970s. In the wake of the Vietnam War, a small expedition sail to the mysterious Skull Island to investigate what may be lurking in its jungles, swamps, and mountains. Lost and cut off from the outside world, they encounter the mighty Kong and work alongside him to escape to the refuge of civilization once again. It falls just short of Godzilla's Rotten Tomatoes score, fetching a certified fresh 75% and wowing critics with its solid performances and bold departure from previous King Kong movies.

Not ready to dive into the MonsterVerse just yet, but still need to scratch that kaiju itch? No problem, because Netflix has a handful of other offerings relating to both Kong and Godzilla.

In the case of Kong, there’s the Netflix original, Kong: King of the Apes. Released in 2016, this show depicts the titular primate working together with a team of kids to stop robot dinosaurs from taking over the world. This animated series is perfect for younger audiences who may not be prepared for the more mature Kong: Skull Island, or for those interested in the character but wanting something lighter to watch. Its only two seasons are currently available for streaming.

Alternatively, if you're committed to team Godzilla, or just have a hankering for some good anime, Netflix has the perfect trilogy for you. The first installment came out in 2017, titled Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters, and was followed by both Godzilla: City on the Edge of Battle and Godzilla: The Planet Eater in 2018. The films follow a small group of people, 20,000 years in the future, and King Ghidorah features prominently as well.

This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Kong and Godzilla media, but if you just want to catch up with the best of the recent installments before Godzilla vs. Kong launches, these are your best bets.

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