What is Monarch: Legacy of Monsters about?

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is an American television series that extends the saga of the iconic Godzilla franchise into a serialized drama. Set within the larger MonsterVerse franchise, the series weaves a narrative around the Monarch organization, known for its monitoring and handling of gigantic monsters known as Titans. The storyline picks up following the events of the 2014 'Godzilla' film, leading the audience through a complex tapestry of secrets that emerge in the wake of San Francisco's catastrophic attack. Central to the plot is Cate, a character deeply affected by the aforementioned events, who is thrust into a riveting journey that spans continents. As she grapples with startling revelations about her family and the enigmatic operations of Monarch, the viewer is treated to a tapestry of adventures involving a multitude of Titans. The series features a compelling cast that includes Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, and Wyatt Russell, with Kurt Russell in a pivotal, shared role, enhancing the generational narrative of familial legacies intertwined with the fate of humanity in the face of monstrous threats. Launched on Apple TV+ in November 2023, the series has garnered attention for its integration of classic monster lore with a fresh, contemporary twist on the legendary creatures and the secretive organization dedicated to understanding them.

The first episode of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters aired on November 16, 2023 and the most recent episode to air was on January 11, 2024.