While fans are currently getting a taste of some MonsterVerse action withMonarch: Legacy of Monsters, a new series on Apple TV+, it won’t be too long before the franchise makes its long-awaited return to the big screen with the release ofGodzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Now fans can gear up for anticipation as the first official poster for the film has been revealed, teasing a terrifying new Kaiju.
The poster features a simplistic layout, showcasing a white background with a red handprint at the center and the face of a primate creature on full display. While some fans may be quick to assume that the monster depicted in the poster isKong himself, there are some subtle differences in this creature’s design, such as its notable blue eyes and slimmer face. This can be supported by the previoustitle reveal teaser, which hinted at another ape-like monster sitting on a throne in the midst of Hollow Earth ruins.
But who is this new monster? Additional details remain under wraps for now, but it will likely take ona more antagonist rolein the story, as shown by the tagline “Bow to your new king,” teasing that he may be a new rival to Kong. Additionally, the post also shared the hashtag#SkarKing, possiblyalluding to thenew kaiju’s name. With a new poster finally here, and the film slated to debut in four months,fans can likely expect a new trailer to arrive sometime very soon.
‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ Will Bring More Kaiju Action to the MonsterVerse
While additional information from the film still remains in secrecy, theGodzilla vs Kongwill feature the return of the titular monsters in another epic monster battle of the ages, further exploring the mythos behind the mysterious Hollow Earth and the origins of the Titans themselves.Adam Wingard, who previously helmedGodzilla vs Kong, is back in the director’s chair with returning cast membersRebecca Hall,Brian Tyree Henry, andKaylee Hottle.DanStevensalso stars in the film alongsideFala Chen,Alex Ferns, andRachel House. With so much to look forward to from the MonsterVerse, alongside the release ofGodzilla Minus Onethis week, there doesn’t appear to be a better time to be a kaiju fan.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empirestomps toward the big screen on June 23, 2025. Check out the official teaser poster for the upcoming film below:
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
This latest entry follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new cinematic adventure, pitting the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world, challenging their very existence – and our own. The epic new film will delve further into the histories of these Titans, their origins and the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond, while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings and tied them to humankind forever.
