Screen Rant

  • In May, Godzilla: King of the Monsters hits theaters, directed by Michael Dougherty. 1 / 8

    Godzilla In King Of The Monsters
  • The film will see Godzilla defend Earth from classic monsters like Ghidorah. 2 / 8

    Ghidorah vs. Stealth Bomber in Godzilla: King of the Monsters
  • Next year though, Godzilla will square off with a different foe, King Kong. 3 / 8

  • The two characters are rampaging beasts, but connect differently with humanity. 4 / 8

    Godzilla: King of the Monsters movie poster
  • According to Dougherty, Kong's primate status means he's naturally closer to people. 5 / 8

    King Kong Vertical 2
  • Kong has always been allowed to express more emotions, and be more friendly toward people. 6 / 8

  • On the other hand, Godzilla's interactions with people are much less warm and fuzzy. 7 / 8

    Classic Godzilla movie still
  • One wonders who humanity sides with in their big screen fight next year. 8 / 8

    Millie Bobby Brown in Godzilla: King of the Monsters