GODZILLA RETURNS! New Anime Series Announced: A Boy with the Power of Kaiju?! Studio Orange x Thai Studio Team Up!
Kaiju fans, assemble!
THE KING OF MONSTERS IS BACK IN ANIME FORM!
Just when we thought we had seen it all with Godzilla Singular Point and the Polygon Pictures trilogy, Toho has dropped a nuclear bombshell of an announcement.
A brand new Godzilla anime series is officially in production!
But wait, this isn’t just another “humans vs. giant monster” story. The premise sounds absolutely wild, and the studios involved have me screaming with excitement.
As a lifelong Godzilla nerd who still gets chills hearing the classic roar, I need to talk about this RIGHT NOW.
Let’s dive into the destruction!
Mission Briefing: What We Know
Here is the intel we have gathered from the official announcement:
- Title: Godzilla
- Premise: A story about a boy who harbors the power of Godzilla. (Wait, what?! Is he a Titan shifter?!)
- Animation Production: A collaboration between Orange (famous for Beastars, Land of the Lustrous) and a Thai animation studio.
- Format: TV Series (Streaming likely)
This is huge. Not only is the premise a fresh take on the franchise, but the collaboration between a top-tier Japanese CGI studio and a rising Thai studio is unprecedented for Godzilla.
Kaiju Analysis: Why This Is HYPE
Okay, let me break down why I am absolutely losing my mind over this news.
1. “A Boy with the Power of Godzilla”
This is the biggest hook. Usually, Godzilla is a force of nature, a god of destruction, or a metaphor for nuclear war.
But a human *having* his power?
Are we talking about a *Kaiju No. 8* situation? Or maybe something like *Attack on Titan*?
The idea of a human protagonist struggling to control the destructive power of the King of Monsters opens up so many storytelling possibilities. It adds a personal, psychological layer to the destruction that we rarely see in the franchise.
2. Studio Orange is animating it!
If you’ve seen Beastars or Land of the Lustrous (Houseki no Kuni), you know that Orange is the undisputed king of 3DCG anime.
Their ability to blend 2D expressions with 3D movement is unmatched.
Godzilla has had a rocky history with anime CGI (looking at you, Planet of the Monsters trilogy…), but Singular Point proved it can look good.
With Orange at the helm, I am expecting fluid, weighty, and absolutely gorgeous monster action. They know how to animate non-human characters perfectly.
3. International Collaboration
Teaming up with a Thai studio is a fascinating move.
Southeast Asia has a growing and incredibly talented animation industry. Bringing in fresh perspectives and artistic styles could give this Godzilla a unique flavor that distinguishes it from everything that came before.
Godzilla is a global icon, so a global production team makes perfect sense!
Intercepted Comms: What The Fans Are Thinking
I’ve been scouring the forums and Twitter, and the G-Fan community is buzzing.
Here is what everyone is saying:
- “Is this Kaiju No. 8 but with Godzilla?”
The comparison is inevitable, but hey, if it’s cool, it’s cool!
- “Please, no more philosophical physics lectures!”
Singular Point was great, but my brain hurt trying to understand the science. Fans are hoping for a more character-driven, action-packed story this time.
- “Orange? The CGI is going to be PEAK.”
Unanimous agreement here. We are ready for visual feasting.
Final Roar: The King Lives On
Godzilla has been evolving for 70 years. From a suitmation rubber monster to a CGI god, he constantly changes with the times.
This new series sounds like a bold new step into the future.
A boy with a monster inside him.
A legendary studio bringing him to life.
And the promise of absolute destruction.
I cannot wait to see the first trailer.
Until then, I’ll be rewatching *Minus One* and practicing my atomic breath roar in the mirror.
Long live the King!
Source:https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2421681/full/