Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American and Global box office estimates for the weekend of May 30, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Please note that 71% of all North American Theaters are currently open. Memorial Weekend Edition - Comscore – Sunday Estimates – Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 30, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ Top 5 Films in North America: Paramount scores a major summer hit over this Memorial Day weekend with A QUIET PLACE PART

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  Source: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Official Site: GodzillavsKong.com Official Facebook: @GodzillaVsKong Official Instagram: @GodzillaVsKong Official Twitter: @GodzillaVsKong Special Thanks to Michael Foell Warner Bros. Home Entertainment as provided a trailer for the digital (May 21) and home video (June 15) release of GODZILLA VS. KONG. For more information, please see GODZILLA VS. KONG On Home Video From Warner Bros. Home Entertainment here on SciFi Japan. Video courtesy of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. © 2021 Legendary. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary  About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video and digital distribution businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. An industry leader since its inception, WBHE oversees the global distribution of content through packaged goods (Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD) and digital

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American and Global box office estimates for the weekend of May 23, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Please note that 67% of all North American Theaters are currently open. Comscore – Sunday Estimates – Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 23, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ International Openers: Universal Pictures’ F9 is the No. 1 movie in the world this weekend as it kicked off its international run in eight markets including Korea,

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Photo courtesy of Bandai. TM＆©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bandai Co., Ltd. Bandai has released the "Movie Monster Series" soft vinyl figure of of Godzilla Terrestris from the Netflix original anime series GODZILLA SINGULAR POINT (ゴジラ S.P ＜シンギュラポイント＞, Gojira S.P < Shingyura Pointo >). The show debuted in Japan on March 25 with a worldwide release on Netflix this June 24. Movie Monster Series: Godzilla Terrestris -GODZILLA S.P-/ ムービーモンスターシリーズ ゴジラテレストリス-ゴジラS.P- Manufacturer: Bandai Item No.: 4549660477020000 Product Size: Length Approximately 30cm (11.8 Inches) Material: PVC Release Date: May 22, 2021 (Japan) Price: ¥2,420 (Approximately $22.21 US) About Bandai Co., Ltd. “Dreams and Creation” Since its founding in 1950, Bandai has been committed to promoting diverse forms of entertainment to customers worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bandai creates toys with the hope of encouraging users of all ages to be inspired

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New 5 Issue Comic Book Mini-Series Concludes Source: IDW Publishing Photo courtesy of IDW. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. IDW Publishing has announced solicitations for the final issue of the five part mini-series Godzilla: Monsters & Protectors, the first Godzilla comic published under IDW’s new multi-year agreement with Toho Co. Ltd. Godzilla: Monsters & Protectors #5 will be available from comic book shops and retailers in August 2021 and features a main cover by artist Dan Schoening. Retailers who order 10 copies will receive one free variant cover by Philip Murphy. Godzilla: Monsters & Protectors #5 Writer: Erik Burnham Artist: Dan Schoening Colorist: Luis Antonio Delgado Cover A: Dan Schoening Cover B: Photo Cover Tentative In-Store Date: August 2021 Pages: 32 Cover Price: $3.99 Rise Up, Part 5! The time has come to see if the world is worthy of saving!

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Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. © 2021 Legendary. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM © Legendary   Source: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment press release Official Site: GodzillavsKong.com Official Facebook: @GodzillaVsKong Official Instagram: @GodzillaVsKong Official Twitter: @GodzillaVsKong Special Thanks to Lina Morales “A crowd-pleasing, smash-'em-up monster flick and a straight-up action picture par excellence. - Matt Zoller Seitz, RogerEbert.com THE LONG-AWAITED FACE-OFF: GODZILLA VS. KONG COMES HOME FROM WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT Premium Digital Ownership debuts early on May 21 4K, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD arrive on June 15 Witness a spectacular battle for the ages when GODZILLA VS. KONG arrives for Premium Digital Ownership at home on May 21. From Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures, the film is directed by Adam Wingard (THE GUEST, YOU’RE NEXT) and stars Alexander Skarsgård (THE LEGEND OF

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official international box office estimates for the weekend of May 16, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Comscore – Global Sunday Estimates – Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 16, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ Notable International Openers: Lionsgate and Twisted Picture’s SPIRAL: FROM THE BOOK OF SAW took in $12.025M worldwide with $3.3 million internationally while debuting in 16 markets (plus N. Am.) including Mexico, Russia/CIS, Korea and Australia, among others.  Among the highlights, Russia

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American box office estimates for the weekend of May 16, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Please note that 64% of all North American Theaters are currently open. Comscore – Sunday Estimates – North American Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 16, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ North American Openers: For the 6th time in franchise history a “Saw” film is the #1 film in North America as SPIRAL: FROM THE BOOK OF SAW from Lionsgate

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Photo courtesy of Insight Editions. © 2021 Legendary. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary Source: Insight Editions L.P. Special Thanks to James Faccinto   Photo courtesy of Insight Editions. © 2021 Legendary. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary Insight Editions has provided an early look at Godzilla vs. Kong: One Will Fall, The Art of the Ultimate Battle Royale. Go behind the scenes of the biggest battle in movie history with this deluxe book that explores the art and making of GODZILLA VS KONG.The book will be released on May 21st. Written by Daniel Wallace with a special foreword by director Adam Wingard and featuring exclusive concept art and insights from the filmmakers, Godzilla vs. Kong: One Will Fall, The Art of the Ultimate Battle Royale is the ultimate guide to an iconic movie

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Photo courtesy of Bandai. © 2021 Legendary. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary   Source: Bandai Co., Ltd. In a surprise announcement, Bandai has released the "Movie Monster Series" soft vinyl figure of the new Mechagodzilla from GODZILLA VS. KONG. Movie Monster Series: Mechagodzilla from Movie GODZILLA VS. KONG (2021)/ ムービーモンスターシリーズ メカゴジラ from映画『GODZILLA VS. KONG』(2021) Manufacturer: Bandai Item No.: 4549660426677000 Product Size: Length Approximately 17cm (6.7 Inches) Material: PVC Release Date: May 15, 2021 (Japan) Price: ¥ 2,750 (Approximately $25.15  US) About Bandai Co., Ltd. “Dreams and Creation” Since its founding in 1950, Bandai has been committed to promoting diverse forms of entertainment to customers worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bandai creates toys with the hope of encouraging users of all ages to be inspired and dream boundlessly. Products which focus on

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Photo courtesy of Bandai. TM＆©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bandai Co., Ltd. This month, Bandai will release the "Movie Monster Series" soft vinyl figure of Godzilla Amphibia from the Netflix original anime series GODZILLA SINGULAR POINT (ゴジラ S.P ＜シンギュラポイント＞, Gojira S.P < Shingyura Pointo >). The show debuted in Japan on March 25 with a worldwide release on Netflix scheduled for this June. Movie Monster Series: Godzilla Amphibia -GODZILLA S.P-/ ムービーモンスターシリーズ　ゴジラアンフィビア-ゴジラS.P- Manufacturer: Bandai Item No.: 4549660477082000 Product Size: Length Approximately 35cm (13.8 Inches) Material: PVC Release Date: May 15, 2021 (Japan) Price: ¥ 2,200 (Approximately $ 20.20 US) About Bandai Co., Ltd. “Dreams and Creation” Since its founding in 1950, Bandai has been committed to promoting diverse forms of entertainment to customers worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bandai creates toys with the hope of encouraging users of all

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official international box office estimates for the weekend of May 9, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Comscore – Global Sunday Estimates – Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 9, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ Notable International Openers: Warner Bros.’ THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD debuted to an estimated $1.3M in 12 overseas territories amid increasing COVID restrictions introduced as late as this week.The film played on roughly 1,700 screens, ranking #1 in 6 opening territories.

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American box office estimates for the weekend of May 9, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Please note that 57% of all North American Theaters are currently open. Comscore – Sunday Estimates – North American Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 9, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ North American Openers: United Artists Releasing opened WRATH OF MAN starring Jason Statham and takes the number on spot with $8.1M in 2,875 theaters.  The R-rated

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  Source: Seibuen Amusement Park The Seibuen Amusement Park has released a promotional video for their new attraction, “Godzilla the Ride: Giant Monsters Ultimate Battle” (ゴジラ・ザ・ライド大怪獣頂上決戦, Gojira za Raido Daikaijū Chōjō Kessen). For more information on the ride, please see the earlier coverage here on SciFi Japan.

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official international box office estimates for the weekend of May 2, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Comscore – Global Sunday Estimates – Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 2, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ Notable International Opener: RUROUNI KENSHIN: THE FINAL generated an estimated ¥404.4m ($3.7m) on 480 screens and ranking #2 behind DETECTIVE CONAN: THE SCARLET BULLET.  The cume to date in the market is now ¥1.6b ($14.5m). ■ Notable International/Global Performers: Now

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Source: Comscore Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com Special Thanks to Paul Dergarabedian Comscore has announced the official North American box office estimates for the weekend of May 2, 2021, as compiled by the company’s theatrical measurement services. As the trusted official standard for real-time worldwide box office reporting, Comscore provides the only theater-level reporting in the world. Customers are able to analyze admissions and gross results around the world using Comscore's suite of products. Please note that 57% of all North American Theaters are currently open. Comscore – Sunday Estimates – North American Weekend Box Office Roundup – May 2,, 2021      A re-cap of this weekend’s notable performers as reported by their respective distributors ■ North American Openers: Opening in 1751 locations, Open Road/Briarcliff’s SEPARATION took in an estimated weekend gross of $1,831,000 and a PTA of $1,046.  Universal’s repertory

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Movie theaters are back and so is Bay Area Film Events! Source: Bay Area Film Events press release Official Site: bayareafilmevents.com/godzillafest Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Join Bay Area Film Events for the reopening of the Balboa Theater in San Francisco on the weekend of May 14-16 as we present 10 different movies featuring Godzilla, his friends and foes.We will also be celebrating the 60th anniversary of MOTHRA and the 50th anniversary of GODZILLA VS HEDORAH (THE SMOG MONSTER).Vendors,  Prizes and more!Individual movie tickets will be sold to control seating for Covid restrictions. Theater will be sanitized between films.TITANIC MEGA KAIJU LINE UP! Friday May 14: Theater 1 (The Big Theater)3pm:  GODZILLA (1954)  (96 min)7pm:  MOTHRA (1961)  (101 min) Theater 24pm:  GODZILLA VS HEDORAH (Godzilla vs The Smog Monster) (1971)  (85 min)8pm:  GODZILLA VS GIGAN

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The Japanese release of GODZILLA VS. KONG has been delayed. Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. ©2021 WARNER BROTHERS ENTERTAINMENT INC. LEGENDARY PICTURES PRODUCTIONS LLC. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. MONSTERVERSE TM & © Legendary Source: Toho Co., Ltd.press release Official Movie Site: GodzillavsKong.com (US), godzilla-movie.jp (Japan) Official Facebook: @GodzillaVsKong Official Instagram: @GodzillaVsKong Official Twitter: @GodzillaVsKong Toho Co., Ltd. has announced that they are postponing the Japanese theatrical release of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ worldwide box office smash GODZILLA VS. KONG (ゴジラvsコング, Gojira vs Kongu). Scheduled to open in Japan on Friday, May 14th, the film has been delayed indefinitely due to the Covid-19 pandemic. On Friday, April 23rd, Japan's Cabinet Office declared a state of emergency due to a "fourth wave" surge of infections. Toho responded by closing nearly two dozen cinemas across Tokyo, Osaka,  Kyoto and Hyogo Prefecture. The theaters are tentatively

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The Seibuen Amusement Park will soon reopen with a new Godzilla ride attraction. Image courtesy of Seibu Railway Co. © SEIBU Railway Co., LTD. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Seibuen Amusement Park press release SciFi Japan is pleased to share – direct from Seibu Railway Co. -- the press release and large images for the new "Seibuen Amusement Park" that will open next month with new Godzilla and Osamu Tezuka character attractions. Read on for the full details… Seibu Railway Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, President: Kimio Kitamura) and Seibuen Yuenchi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, President: Takumi Fujii) have announced the grand opening of the new Seibuen Amusement Park on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Photo courtesy of Seibu Railway Co. © SEIBU Railway Co., LTD. First opening in 1950, Seibuen Amusement Park became a popular tourist

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Photo courtesy of Toho. © TOHO CO., LTD. Become Godzilla and Crush Cities Around the World Underfoot in Toho Co., Ltd.’s Latest Thrilling Action Game Source: Toho Co., Ltd. press release Official Site: godzillagames.jp Special Thanks to Jacara Jenkins Today, April 27 (Tue.), TOHO Games, the game label of Toho Co., Ltd., announces the worldwide release of its mobile game "Godzilla Destruction”. Accompanying the game's release is a new promo video introducing some of its key elements. "Godzilla Destruction" is an exciting and easy to play mobile game where players become the King of the Monsters himself and embark on a global rampage. Players control Godzilla and a host of other monsters with the tap of a finger to crush historical buildings in cities across the globe. The destruction begins today with the game's worldwide release. The latest promo video provides insight into

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