Godzilla: Final Wars

Godzilla: Final Wars

Year: 2004

Runtime: 125 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Ryûhei Kitamura

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Humanity thinks it has finally eliminated Godzilla, sealing the beast in an icy tomb at the South Pole. Peace crumbles when other massive monsters attack world cities. Overwhelmed, humans accept aid from the apparently friendly Xiliens, who hide ulterior motives. To survive, they must revive Godzilla reluctantly and hope king of monsters can turn tide.

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1

Godzilla entombed beneath Antarctic ice

Missiles from the Gotengo trigger a cave-in that entombs Godzilla beneath the Antarctic ice. The trapped king of monsters remains hidden for decades, a looming threat as humanity clutches at fragile peace. The incident casts a long shadow over future EDF operations and mutant politics.

20th century Antarctica
2

Gotengo defeats Manda; Gordon suspended

An upgraded Gotengo defeats the sea-dwelling Manda in the English Channel near Normandy, leaving the ship badly battered. Captain Gordon is suspended from the EDF, and Ensign Shin’ichi Ozaki is tasked with guarding UN biologist Miyuki Otonashi. The loss reframes leadership and duty aboard the warship.

20th century English Channel near Normandy
3

Ozaki and Miyuki teleported to Infant Island; Gigan revealed

Ozaki and Miyuki are suddenly teleported to Infant Island, where the Shobijin reveal that the mummified creature is Gigan, an ancient extraterrestrial cyborg. They warn of an imminent clash between forces of good and evil and urge Ozaki to choose a side. The revelation sets the stage for a larger power struggle that will test loyalties.

20th century Infant Island
4

Rodan launches assault on New York City

Rodan launches a devastating assault on New York City, shaking the skyline with its aerial fury. The EDF scrambles to mount a defense as chaos unfolds across the metropolis.

20th century New York City
5

Zilla invades Sydney

Zilla invades Sydney, unleashing chaos over the harbor and urban districts. EDF forces rush to contain the intruder and minimize civilian casualties.

20th century Sydney
6

Anguirus bombs Shanghai

Anguirus bombards Shanghai with a brutal ground assault and heavy tremors ripple through the city. The EDF struggles to mount a coordinated defense against the towering beast.

20th century Shanghai
7

King Caesar attacks Okinawa

King Caesar attacks Okinawa, delivering a powerful clash that tests local defenses. EDF units fight to repel the ancient guardian and protect the island's inhabitants.

20th century Okinawa
8

Kamacuras sweeps Paris

Kamacuras swarms Paris, spreading chaos through the streets as swarms of giant insects overwhelm the city. French defenses struggle to coordinate and quell the swarm.

20th century Paris
9

Kumonga threatens Monument Valley

Kumonga menaces Monument Valley, reshaping the desert landscape with its massive frame. EDF teams attempt to trap and neutralize the arachnid as civilians evacuate.

20th century Monument Valley
10

Ebirah strikes Tokai

Ebirah tears into Tokai, lashing the coast with its sea-born rage. Naval and air forces coordinate a counterattack to contain the monster's advance.

20th century Tokai
11

Hedorah scorches Los Angeles

Hedorah scorches Los Angeles, dripping pollution as the city fights to survive. The EDF races to neutralize the smog-born creature and protect the unsuspecting population.

20th century Los Angeles
12

Xiliens arrive; over Tokyo offer peace and Gorath help

The Xiliens arrive with their mothership looming over Tokyo, claiming they've eliminated the monsters as a goodwill gesture. They offer assistance against the runaway Gorath, proposing a peace pact with humanity.

20th century Tokyo
13

Imposters exposed; Controller seizes control; Gigan awakened

Ozaki, Miyuki, and Anna uncover the grim truth: Gorath's showpiece is a hologram, and the EDF has been infiltrated by Xilien imposters. The Controller murders his own commander to seize control and awakens Gigan to wipe out the EDF.

20th century Tokyo
14

Antarctic mission, Godzilla freed; final showdown begins

With Gordon's aid, the Gotengo sails to Antarctica to free Godzilla, who remains immune to Xilien control. Godzilla defeats Gigan and leads a final clash toward Tokyo as Gorath is summoned and destroyed, only for Monster X to rise from the wreckage. The Shobijin bless Ozaki, unlocking a Keizer-like power that helps Ghidorah fall before Godzilla and Minilla retreat to the sea.

20th century Antarctica and Tokyo vicinity

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