In the realm of kaiju cinema, Godzilla Minus One emerges as a cinematic masterpiece directed by Takashi Yamazaki. As the kaiju genre continues to grow, Godzilla Minus One stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Godzilla.

With a distinct narrative style that pays homage to the original 1954 picture and director Takashi Yamazaki's distinctive vision, the film promises a cinematic journey that honors Godzilla's history while providing a new and emotionally impactful experience for modern fans.

In this article, we explore the film's scheduled release, the plot, and more.

Godzilla Minus One: Movie Explored

In 1945, concluding World War II, Kōichi Shikishima, a kamikaze pilot, fakes plane trouble to land on Odo Island. Godzilla, the prehistoric reptile monster awoken and empowered by nuclear radiation emerges, decimating the island, leaving Kōichi and mechanic Sōsaku Tachibana as the sole survivors.


Two years later in Tokyo, Kōichi battles survivor's guilt, in a relationship with Noriko Ōishi, and adopts a child orphaned during the WWII Tokyo bombing. Godzilla mutates from U.S. nuclear tests and heads to Japan, while U.S.-USSR tensions hinder aid. Kōichi, aboard the Shinsei Maru, joins a mission to thwart Godzilla, which devastates Tokyo, seemingly claiming Noriko.


Scientist Kenji Noda proposes a civilian-led plan to defeat Godzilla. Kōichi, aided by Sōsaku, plans to fly into Godzilla's mouth for internal destruction. Simultaneously, Kenji aims to sink Godzilla to 1,500 meters, resorting to explosive decompression if needed.



Godzilla survives at 1,500 meters, breaks free at 800 meters, and resists efforts to resurface. Kōichi sacrifices himself, flying into Godzilla's mouth, causing internal destruction. The fleet narrowly escapes as Godzilla succumbs.


Reuniting with Noriko, Kōichi discovers her survival, despite radiation sickness. Meanwhile, a piece of Godzilla starts regenerating at the ocean's bottom.