Will There Be More Upcoming Japanese Toho Godzilla Movies?
Will There Be More Upcoming Japanese Toho Godzilla Movies?
The realm of Godzilla enthusiasts remains eagerly anticipating the next film in the beloved Toho franchise. However, due to the ongoing pandemic, the road to more physical Godzilla films is murky at best.
The Current Halt Due to Pandemic
As the world still grapples with the relentless spread of the pandemic, the creation of physical films has become nearly impossible. The challenges posed by the health crisis have made it difficult for Toho to produce and release physical films featuring Godzilla. It is safe to say that we are yet to see any new physical Godzilla movies originating from Toho in the near future.
Pushing Forward with Animated Series
With the production of physical films on hold, Toho has shifted its focus to creating animated content. One prime example is the ongoing anime series titled Godzilla Singular Point. This anime began its development even before the pandemic reached its peak, but the worsening situation has severely hampered its progress. As the world seeks to heal from the effects of the pandemic, it is uncertain when we can expect the return of physical Godzilla films.
The Vision of World of Godzilla
However, while the path to physical films remains uncertain, there is a ray of hope in the form of the "World of Godzilla." Inspired by successful franchises such as the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Toho is developing this shared cinematic universe that promises to bring together various Godzilla films and properties under one cohesive narrative. Although Shin Godzilla, the last physical film released by Toho, was viewed with mixed reception, the concept of a shared universe brings renewed excitement and anticipation.
Conclusion
While the future of physical Toho Godzilla films remains uncertain and may take several years to materialize, the introduction of the animated series Godzilla Singular Point and the vision for the "World of Godzilla" offer a welcome diversion. As the world gradually recovers from the pandemic, we can only hope that the groundwork laid for these new projects will pay off and bring us even more exciting Godzilla content.