Godzilla
"Size does matter."
Originally released in 1998. Godzilla is a science fiction/action film. directed by Roland Emmerich. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Matthew Broderick, Jean Reno, and Maria Pitillo
Synopsis
French nuclear tests irradiate an iguana into a giant monster that viciously attacks freighter ships in the Pacific Ocean. A team of experts, including Niko Tatopoulos, conclude that the oversized reptile is the culprit. Before long, the giant lizard is loose in Manhattan as the US military races to destroy the monster before it reproduces and it's spawn takes over the world.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (4,121 votes)
Budget
$130M
Production budget
Box Office
$379M
2.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Matthew Broderick
as Dr. Niko Tatopoulos
Jean Reno
as Philippe Roaché
Maria Pitillo
as Audrey Timmonds
Hank Azaria
as Victor 'Animal' Palotti
Kevin Dunn
as Colonel Hicks
Michael Lerner
as Mayor Ebert
Harry Shearer
as Charles Caiman
Arabella Field
as Lucy Palotti
Vicki Lewis
as Dr. Elsie Chapman
Doug Savant
as Sergeant O'Neal
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $130,000,000
- Revenue
- $379,014,294
Production Companies
- TriStar Pictures
- Independent Pictures
- Fried Films
- Centropolis Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godzilla about?
French nuclear tests irradiate an iguana into a giant monster that viciously attacks freighter ships in the Pacific Ocean. A team of experts, including Niko Tatopoulos, conclude that the oversized ...
Who directed Godzilla?
Godzilla was directed by Roland Emmerich.
How long is Godzilla?
Godzilla has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was Godzilla released?
Godzilla was released on May 20, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Godzilla?
The main cast of Godzilla includes Matthew Broderick, Jean Reno, Maria Pitillo, Hank Azaria, Kevin Dunn.
Is Godzilla worth watching?
Godzilla has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 4,121 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.