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'Godzilla: King of Monsters' Trailer Teases One Epic Movie - Watch Now!

The final trailer for Godzilla: King of the Monsters is finally here and we’re almost a month away from the movie’s premiere!

Here’s a synopsis: The new story follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species—thought to be mere myths—rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.

The flick stars Millie Bobby Brown in her feature film debut, along with Vera Farmiga, Ken Watanabe, Sally Hawkins, Kyle Chandler, Bradley Whitford, Thomas Middleditch, and more.

The movie will be in theaters on May 31, 2019.

'Detective Pikachu' Trailer Brings the Beloved Pokemon to Life - Watch Now!

The new trailer for Detective Pikachu, starring Ryan Reynolds, has just arrived!

Here’s a synopsis: The story begins when ace private eye Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son Tim to find out what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry’s former Pokémon partner, Detective Pikachu: a hilariously wise-cracking, adorable super-sleuth who is a puzzlement even to himself. Finding that they are uniquely equipped to communicate with one another, Tim and Pikachu join forces on a thrilling adventure to unravel the tangled mystery. Chasing clues together through the neon-lit streets of Ryme City—a sprawling, modern metropolis where humans and Pokémon live side by side in a hyper-realistic live-action world—they encounter a diverse cast of Pokémon characters and uncover a shocking plot that could destroy this peaceful co-existence and threaten the whole Pokémon universe.

The highly anticipated movie, hitting theaters on May 10, also stars Justice Smith as Tim, Kathryn Newton as Lucy, a junior reporter following her first big story, and Ken Watanabe as Lt. Yoshida.

'Godzilla: King of the Monsters' Trailer Unveiled - Watch Now!

A new trailer for the highly anticipated movie Godzilla: King of the Monsters has debuted online!

Millie Bobby Brown stars in the trailer alongside Vera Farmiga, Ken Watanabe, Sally Hawkins, Kyle Chandler, Bradley Whitford, Thomas Middleditch, Charles Dance, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Aisha Hinds, and Zhang Ziyi.

The new story follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species—thought to be mere myths—rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.

Godzilla: King of the Monsters will hit theaters on May 31.

'Godzilla' Sequel Begins Production, Cast & Synopsis Revealed!

The upcoming sequel to 2014′s smash hit movie Godzilla has officially begun principal photography and Warner Bros. just confirmed the full cast and synopsis for the film.

Ken Watanabe and Sally Hawkins are the only cast members from the first film who are returning for the sequel.

The new additions to the cast include Vera Farmiga, Kyle Chandler, Millie Bobby Brown in her feature film debut, Thomas Middleditch, Bradley Whitford, Charles Dance, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Aisha Hinds, and Zhang Ziyi.

The new story follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species�”thought to be mere myths�”rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.

Michael Dougherty, who previously directed the Christmas-themed horror comedy Krampus, is directing the sequel.

Ken Watanabe Is Battling Stomach Cancer, Broadway Return Delayed

Ken Watanabe‘s return to the Broadway stage in the musical The King and I has been delayed as he is currently battling stomach cancer.

The 56-year-old actor is recovering in Japan after undergoing endoscopic surgery and he has released a statement to thank his fans for their patience in his return to the stage.

“I would like to ask for your understanding that the start of my performance in New York will be a little delayed,” Ken said (via Page Six).

Ken received a Tony nomination for his performance in The King and I and he has been on a hiatus from the show since last summer. He was supposed to return from March 1 through April 17, but he will no longer perform those dates.

Ken is best known for his work in such films as Godzilla, Batman Begins, Letters from Iwo Jima, and The Last Samurai, for which he received an Oscar nomination.

Kelli O'Hara Wins 1st Tony Award After 6 Nominations Over the Years - Watch Her Acceptance Speech!

Kelli O’Hara does a dance on stage after giving her acceptance speech at the 2015 Tony Awards on Sunday evening (June 7) at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

The 39-year-old actress won the Best Actress in a Musical Tony Award for her work in The King & I. This was Kelli‘s first win after getting six nominations over the years and the crowd gave her a standing ovation when she arrived on stage to give her speech!

Kelli‘s speech was so cute – at the end, she danced off stage and told the audience she was going to do the worm. Watch below!

FYI: Kelli is wearing an Oscar de la Renta dress. Ruthie is wearing a Giulietta gown.

See photos of Kelli O’Hara during the show and on the red carpet…More Here! »

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Kristin Chenoweth & Alan Cumming Spoof 'King & I' at Tony Awards 2015! (Video)

Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming bend gender roles while spoofing The King and I during the 2015 Tony Awards on Sunday evening (June 7) at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

The two hosts stepped out on stage in the costumes after the cast of the Tony-nominated musical revival performed a medley from the show.

Click after the cut to watch Kelli O’Hara, Ken Watanabe, and Ruthie Ann Miles show off their talents in the performance.

Ruthie went home a winner as she picked up the award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her work as Lady Thiang.

FYI: Ruthie is wearing a Giulietta gown.

Click inside to watch the cast of The King and I perform at the awards show… More Here! »

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