Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Review Roundup

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is enjoying a regal reception. With the first two episodes premiering November 17 on AppleTV+, it’s looking like another smash for the legendary Kaiju.

Right now on Rotten Tomatoes, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters has an impressive 85% critic score and 90% audience score, with viewers praising its handsome visuals and the sheer star power of Kurt Russell as co-lead.

Here’s what the critics are saying.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Review Roundup

Variety: “Even if you’re not necessarily a fan of Godzilla and his smash-fueled mania, the adventure-seeking and numerous twists and turns will likely satisfy the most novice MonsterVerse explorer.”

LA Times: “Where the big-screen American films can be a noisy, dark slog, the dramatic equivalent of a giant lumbering dinosaur, “Monarch” stays fleet, and fun.”

CNN: “Legacy of Monsters should be mildly entertaining, but even with Apple’s sizable investment, it too often feels like a gigantic donut with a Godzilla-shaped hole in the middle.”

Telegraph: “Wyatt Russell and his father Kurt are merrily overshadowed by the behemoths in this impressive, action-packed TV spin-off.”

Metro: “The gamble (mostly) pays off, fleshing out the world of the MonsterVerse through the lens of a family drama-turned-globetrotting adventure.”

There's more Godzilla where that comes from. Over in Japan, this Godzilla Minus One clip showcases a terrifying chase scene.