Godzilla Fantasia (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 9

Godzilla Fantasia poster

Released in 1984, Godzilla Fantasia is a fantasy, science fiction and music film directed by Ishirō Honda, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Akira Ifukube has arranged music from his fantastic films into a three-movement symphony, presented here with scenes from the films the music was originally written for. The second half features Makoto Inoue's synthesizer arrangements of Ifukube's music. In this portion, all the music is by Ifukube, but it shows scenes from films Ifukube did not work on. Showcases footage from various monster and science fiction films from Ishiro Honda as well as scenes from Senkichi Taniguchi's Adventure of Kigan Castle.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Godzilla Fantasia sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Godzilla Fantasia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Godzilla Fantasia tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Godzilla Fantasia (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Godzilla Fantasia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Godzilla Fantasia worth watching?
Godzilla Fantasia holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, science fiction and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Godzilla Fantasia released?
Godzilla Fantasia was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.