Godzilla Minus Zero Trailer, Plot and Cast Revealed

The highly anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning Godzilla Minus One is coming to theaters in 2026.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:06pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass and twisted metal debris, capturing the dramatic, high-contrast textures and lighting to conceptually represent the destruction and chaos of Godzilla's rampage.The first look at the devastation Godzilla will bring to New York City in the highly anticipated sequel Godzilla Minus Zero.NYC Today

Director Takashi Yamazaki unveiled the first trailer and details about Godzilla Minus Zero, the sequel to the 2023 Oscar-winning film Godzilla Minus One, during the GKIDS presentation at CinemaCon. The new movie will bring the king of the monsters to New York City and feature the return of stars Ryunosuke Kamiki and Minami Hamabe.

Why it matters

Godzilla Minus One was a critical and commercial success, earning over $116 million worldwide and winning the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, the first Japanese film to receive that honor. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this reimagined Godzilla saga, which will expand the story to the United States and continue the journey of the Shikishima family.

The details

Godzilla Minus Zero picks up in 1949, two years after the events of the first film. Ryunosuke Kamiki and Minami Hamabe will reprise their roles as pilot Koichi Shikishima and Noriko Oishi, respectively. The trailer footage showed Koichi back in the pilot's seat, Noriko comforting her adopted daughter Akiko, and Godzilla emerging from the ocean to attack a plane before approaching the Statue of Liberty in New York City.

  • Godzilla Minus Zero will be released in Japan on November 3, 2026, which is known as Godzilla Day.
  • The film will have a wide theatrical release across North America starting on November 6, 2026.

The players

Takashi Yamazaki

The director of Godzilla Minus Zero and the previous Oscar-winning film, Godzilla Minus One.

Ryunosuke Kamiki

The actor who will reprise his role as pilot Koichi Shikishima in the sequel.

Minami Hamabe

The actress who will return as Noriko Oishi, a character from the first film.

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What they’re saying

“I am beyond happy to be able to participate in a film set two years after Godzilla Minus One, which is one of the most important works of my life. I also feel proud to have been able to work with Director Takashi Yamazaki and everyone on the team once again.”

— Ryunosuke Kamiki, Actor

“Following the previous film, I am grateful to be able to exist in the world of Godzilla Minus One as Noriko. My heart is already racing with excitement to share this grand moment with everyone as soon as possible and see Godzilla Minus Zero in theaters soon.”

— Minami Hamabe, Actress

What’s next

Godzilla Minus Zero will be released in Japan on November 3, 2026, and in North America on November 6, 2026, giving fans around the world the chance to experience the next chapter in this acclaimed Godzilla saga.

The takeaway

The success of Godzilla Minus One has set high expectations for the sequel, Godzilla Minus Zero, which will expand the story to New York City and continue the journey of the Shikishima family. Fans are eagerly anticipating the return of the iconic monster and the opportunity to see the visually stunning film on the big screen.