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Adam Wingard Reportedly Not Returning for Godzilla x Kong Sequel | New Writer Dave Callaham On Board

In a recent development, director Adam Wingard, known for directing Godzilla vs. Kong in 2021 and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, will not be returning for the next film in the MonsterVerse. The Hollywood Reporter revealed this news, indicating that Wingard is moving on from the franchise.

Despite Wingard’s departure, the continuation of the MonsterVerse seems assured, with Warner Bros. and Legendary enjoying success with Godzilla x Kong. The box office performance of the latest film has solidified the future of the franchise.

Dave Callaham, the writer of Shang-Chi and Legend of the Ten Rings, has been brought on board for the next Godzilla x Kong project. The film’s release date is currently unknown. Meanwhile, Wingard will shift his focus to his new original project, Onslaught, in collaboration with A24.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire explores the histories and origins of the Titans Godzilla and Kong, as well as the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond. The film delves into the mythic battles that shaped these legendary beings and their connection to humanity.

The cast of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire includes Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Dan Stevens, Kaylee Hottle, Alex Ferns, and Fala Chen. The screenplay is by Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett, and Jeremy Slater, with the story based on the character “Godzilla” created by TOHO Co., Ltd.

The film was originally set to release nationwide in theaters and IMAX on March 29, 2024, with an international release starting on April 10, 2024. It is a Legendary Pictures production distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, Toho Co., Ltd, and Legendary East in Japan and mainland China, respectively.

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