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Gkids Unveils North American Theatrical Return of 'Shin Godzilla' in 4K

The film will screen in original Japanese with subtitled restoration of all text cards to preserve its intended narrative impact.

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Overview

  • Gkids acquired North American distribution rights to 'Shin Godzilla' and will re-release the 2016 film on August 14, 2025.
  • The theatrical run will feature the first North American 4K master and restored on-screen text cards; it will be followed by a home media release.
  • This marks the first Godzilla property release by Gkids since Toho’s acquisition of the distributor in 2024.
  • Upon its 2016 debut, 'Shin Godzilla' grossed $79 million worldwide, earned 11 Japan Academy Prize nominations and won seven awards including Picture and Director of the Year.
  • GKIDS’ President David Jesteadt hailed the film as a modern masterpiece for its disaster-response narrative and explosive action; Toho’s Keiji Ota emphasized its role in reviving the franchise.