Godzilla Celebrates 70 Years With a Monster Wave Of Funko Pops

As a long-time fan who has witnessed the evolution of Godzilla from black and white to color, from Japan to Hollywood, I can confidently say that this year is shaping up to be the best yet for Kaiju enthusiasts like myself! With the success of recent films such as Godzilla Minus One and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, it’s clear that the King of Monsters continues to reign supreme in the hearts of fans worldwide.


Currently, Godzilla is basking in the limelight due to the success of movies like “Godzilla Minus One” and “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” and things continue to look up with a fresh influx of Funko Pop figures. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Godzilla franchise, and Funko has unleashed an enormous wave of Pop figures and Mystery Minis inspired by various versions of Godzilla from 1954 to 2016. Additionally, they’ve released a Pop Movie Poster for the 1992 “Godzilla vs Mothra” film, as well as exclusive figures of Mecha-King Ghidorah, Gigan, and other characters.

Beginning today, August 9th at 12pm Eastern Time, you can pre-order items from the Godzilla 70th anniversary Funko Pop collection. This is available at Entertainment Earth (with free shipping in the U.S. on orders over $59) and also on Amazon. For more details about the collection, please see the information provided below. Exclusive items links will be added to the list after the launch. Don’t forget to explore this week’s new Funko releases right here.

  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Mecha-King Ghidora – GameStop Exclusive
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Gigfan – Funko Exclusive
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 1954 (Platinum) – BAM Exclusive
  • Godzilla Funko Pop Movie Poster: Godzilla vs Mothra
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 1954 (Jumbo)
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 1954
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 1984 (Chance at Chase)
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 1999
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Funko Pops – Godzilla 2016
  • Godzilla 70th Anniversary Mystery Minis

It’s worth mentioning that the movie titled “Godzilla Minus One” has been a massive hit, even earning an Academy Award for “Best Visual Effects”. Interestingly, this film was recently made available for pre-order on Blu-ray, and among the options is a limited edition Steelbook release in 4K Ultra HD.

As an avid fan, I’m thrilled to share that the listings for the coveted 4K Steelbook edition, standard 4K version, Blu-ray, and DVD editions of the upcoming movie are now live on Walmart and Amazon! Unfortunately, at this moment, the Steelbook edition seems to be out of stock. However, I encourage everyone to keep an eye on those links for a potential restock.

In a conversation with Takashi Yamazaki, director of “Godzilla Minus One,” he shared his thoughts about his portrayal of the iconic monster: “I believe my interpretation of Godzilla in this film is tailored for the story, as it can be challenging to maintain a balance between the immense presence of Godzilla and other aspects like human or government narratives. In ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ I aimed to strike a good balance between the Godzilla-centric plot and the human narrative. This film stands out among others due to its focus on individual encounters with Godzilla, examining their perspectives and relationships towards him. So, it’s not just about the powerful creature, but also about the everyday people and their unique connections to Godzilla.”

In a surprising turn of events, the film titled “Godzilla Minus One” garnered an Academy Award for its exceptional visual effects, offering a chilling portrayal of Godzilla with a budget that was less than extravagant. Unlike a direct remake of the initial Godzilla movie, this film acknowledges the legendary monster’s roots. This highly praised monster flick unfolds after World War 2, revolving around a Japanese fighter pilot who finds his homeland in shambles upon his return. Due to the devastating impact of war, Japan is symbolically referred to as “Minus One” when Godzilla makes his terrifying appearance.

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2024-08-09 17:09