Godzilla vs. Kong's Blu-ray release date and special features have been revealed. Last week, the highly-anticipated MonsterVerse bout left HBO Max after a successful streaming debut. In theaters, the film has done nothing but impress at the box office. Despite not even opening in Japan yet, the film has made over $400 million worldwide. Many fans have been wondering what's next in the series. A report from last week stated discussions were already taking place for the next MonsterVerse installment.
Godzilla vs. Kong's release comes at an interesting point in cinema history. Over the last year, the outlook on the theatrical experience appeared gloomy. However, box office optimism returned thanks to the two biggest monsters in popular culture. Godzilla vs. Kong was the fastest movie in the pandemic era to reach $200 million, a feat accomplished after just 12 days. It's not hard to see why the film has been successful. It has seen plenty of positive reception. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has the highest Audience Score of any MonsterVerse movie to date, with a 91%. The action is unparalleled, delivering the brawls audiences want without the usage of stormy weather or cutaways. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the climax featured an unforgettable tag team against Mechagodzilla.
Those wanting to watch Godzilla vs. Kong at home again will be able to do so soon. The release date (via Collider) for the movie's Blu-ray and other home media formats have been revealed, along with the variety of special features. Godzilla vs. Kong will be available for digital purchase on May 21. The 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD releases will follow a little later on June 15. Dolby Visio HDR will be featured for the 4K version. The "4K UHD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, and DVD Special Edition" will have the below special features. "Select digital retailers" will carry the special features on May 21.
Kong Discovers Hollow Earth
Kong Leaves Home
Behold Kong’s Temple
The Evolution of Kong, Eighth Wonder of the World
Godzilla Attacks
The Phenomenon of GŌJIRA, King of the Monsters
Round One: Battle at Sea
Round Two: One Will Fall
Titan Tag Team: The God and the King
The Rise of MechaGodzilla
Commentary by Director Adam Wingard (only on 4K and Blu-ray)
The special features sound like they will be quite insightful into the making of the movie. Based on the titles, each of the film's main action sequences will delved into. It should also be interesting seeing what insights director Adam Wingard will give during the film's commentary. However, many fans will likely be disappointed at what appears to be a lack of deleted scenes. Wingard said there was enough footage for a 5-hour version of the movie, although he stated no interest in any kind of director's cut. It's a shame the cut footage may never see the light of day.
Although Godzilla vs. Kong's brisk pace certainly worked to keep the movie engaging, more scenes developing the human characters could have been beneficial. Although not confirmed to have any scenes removed, the character of Ren Serizawa is probably the biggest example of needing character development. Ren's relationship to one of the MonsterVerse's most important characters is never brought up in the story. The one common criticism of Godzilla vs. Kong is its underdeveloped human characters. Thankfully, the impressive action and the monsters as characters themselves make up for anything negative.
Source: Collider