Terror of Mechagodzilla

A submarine expedition to salvage the remains of Mechagodzilla is thwarted by a massive dinosaur named Titanosaurus. An Interpol investigation leads biologist Ichinose to uncover the work of Dr. Mafune and his mysterious daughter Katsura. Aligned with the Black Hole Aliens, Katsura's life becomes entwined with the resurrected machine.

Critics generally view it as an entertaining but uneven kaiju sequel with imaginative monster action and stronger emotional stakes than its formula suggests.

• The Black Hole Aliens reconstruct Mechagodzilla and deploy it with Titanosaurus against Tokyo.
• Dr. Mafune's rejection by the scientific community drives his alignment with the alien invaders.
• Katsura Mafune's life becomes entwined with the reconstructed machine and the control of Titanosaurus.
• Godzilla, Titanosaurus, and Mechagodzilla clash amid Toho's miniature city destruction and practical monster effects.

• Godzilla vs. Mechagodzillashared kaiju spectacle, alien invasion premise, and retro science fiction adventure
• Invasion of Astro-Monstershared Japanese kaiju action, extraterrestrial antagonists, and city-destroying monster conflict
• Destroy All Monstersshared giant-monster destruction, military investigation, and emotionally heightened science fiction melodrama

Director

Ishirō Honda

Release Date

1975-03-15

Runtime

83 min

Rating

6.8 / 10 (256)

What is Terror of Mechagodzilla about?

A wounded scientist, an alien invasion, and two colossal monsters converge in a darkly emotional battle for Tokyo.

What is Terror of Mechagodzilla like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Terror of Mechagodzilla as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Terror of Mechagodzilla violent?

Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Terror of Mechagodzilla as moderate.

What did critics think of Terror of Mechagodzilla?

Critics generally view it as an entertaining but uneven kaiju sequel with imaginative monster action and stronger emotional stakes than its formula suggests.

Which films are like Terror of Mechagodzilla?

Films with a similar feel include Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla, Invasion of Astro-Monster, and Destroy All Monsters.

How long is Terror of Mechagodzilla?

Terror of Mechagodzilla runs 83 minutes.

Where can I watch Terror of Mechagodzilla?

In United States, Terror of Mechagodzilla streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, Criterion Channel, Shout! Factory TV, FlixFling, YouTube Free, HBO Max, Tubi TV.