JAKKS Pacific's Godzilla (Photo: Business Wire)Here it is – the new Godzilla. JAKKS Pacific has unveiled a 43″ figure inspired by the upcoming Godzilla movie from Warner Bros Pictures and Legendary Pictures which provides one of the first good looks at the creature. The upcoming relaunch of the Godzilla franchise was directed by Gareth Edwards and stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Sally Hawkins, Juliette Binoche, Bryan Cranston, and David Strathairn. Expect to see Godzilla stomping around theaters in 2D, 3D, and IMAX on May 16, 2014. Godzilla, the 43″ version, is available at Toys “R” Us.
The Plot:
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Rebecca Murray: Journalist covering the entertainment industry for 23+ years, including 13 years as the first writer for About.com's Hollywood Movies site. Member of the Critics Choice Association (Film & TV Branches), Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Past President of the San Diego Film Critics Society.