A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film
Released in 1998, A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo is a comedy film directed by Takeshi Miyasaka, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. A large, dinosaur-like monster has risen from Tokyo Bay and attacked the city. As the government collapses into chaos, the people of a rural town in Fukui Prefecture, from whose perspective we see the entire movie, watch as the events unfold on TV. Some decide to run for their lives, some take it as a sign of the apocalypse, some go completely crazy, but most of the townspeople wait and watch, and wonder where the monster will head next.
Who’s in it. A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo stars Kaori Momoi, Hirotaro Honda, Kazue Tsunogae and Yumi Nishiyama, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo?
- A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo stars Kaori Momoi, Hirotaro Honda, Kazue Tsunogae, Yumi Nishiyama and Yumi Yoshiyuki.
- When was A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo released?
- A Giant Monster Appears in Tokyo was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.