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Godzilla X Kong: The New Empireis the 5th film in the MonsterVerse series that released on March 29th, 2024 in theaters worldwide. The Kaiju movie follows Godzilla and Kong as they reunite to fight an unknown threat hidden within the Earth that poses grave danger to humans and Titans alike.
Apart from the film impressing hardcore fans across the world, it has been having a dream run at the box office. Judging by the staggering predictions regarding the end of its theatrical run, netizens are giving it a bigger blockbuster status than any film in the Marvel franchise which is a huge compliment considering the influence of the MCU in cinema.
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Godzilla X Kong: The New Empireis ruling the roost at the cinemas since its release. The 5th installment in the MonsterVerse series has caught the fancy of fans all around the world judging by the crowds flocking to theaters to see the action unfold on the big screen.
They say that numbers seldom lie and the staggering statistics associated with the film is further proof that it is well on its way to becoming one of 2024’s biggest blockbusters. According to a report inThe Hollywood Handle, the monster thriller is expected to end its run in theaters at a global collection of $550 to $600 million.
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This number is even more significant given that the film was made at an estimated $135 million budget. Following this information, some netizens stuck their necks out on social media to call the movie more powerful and influential than any MCU flick. Other viewers believed that it deserved all the love and recognition it was getting.
Move over marvel there’s a new king in town.
— BigJuicyBootay (@BootayJuicy)August 23, 2025
That. Is. Phenomenal.It deserves it tbh.This movie was a BLAST. Round 2 soon! 💥🔥pic.twitter.com/uXhaQ1oABd
— The Alfonso Nation (@AlfonsoNation)June 12, 2025
Good one. That’s massive
— JUAN (@CFC_BlaqJuan)June 21, 2025
…Because it f**king ROCKED!
— MohammedRLJPUSH (@MohammedRLJPUSH)June 05, 2025
Great 👍🏾 a very entertaining film I watch it again
— strip club kingz (@Maxkorp)June 14, 2025
Well deserved
— Aaron Targaryen 🐉 (@swiftie3435)June 25, 2025
With this stupendous reception forGodzilla X Kong: The New Empire, the stage is well and truly set for the franchise to expand further with more exciting narratives in the MonsterVerse series.
Here’s Further Proof ThatGodzilla X Kong: The New EmpireIs Box Office King
It was a monster Easter weekend forGodzilla X Kong: The New Empireas the film had an excellent debut at the box office following its release on March 29th, 2024. According toThe Hollywood Reporter, the film opened to an $80 million collection in its opening weekend while it was predicted to make only between $45 to $55 million.
The monster thriller also seems to have surpassed expectations with viewers and MonsterVerse fans across the world. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the Warner Brothers production received an A- rating onCinemaScore, a platform which surveys movie goers and gauges the theatrical appeal of films that is then converted into a grade.
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Incidentally, this is the second highest rating for aMonsterVersefilm with 2021’sGodzilla Vs Konggetting a grade of A inCinemaScore.Part of its appeal could be due to the introduction of pivotal characters like Skar King, Suko,and Shimoto the MonsterVerse.
Godzilla X Kong: The New Empireis currently running in theaters.
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Sharanya Sankar, Writer for FandomwireHaving completed her Masters degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Sharanya has a solid foundation in writing which is also one of her passions. She has worked previously with Book My show for a couple of years where she gained experience reviewing films and writing feature articles. Sharanya’s articles on film and pop culture have also been published on Film Companion, a popular film-based website. Apart from movies and pop culture, her interests include music and sports. She has contributed over 650 articles to Fandomwire so far.
