The MonsterVerse is gearing up for a massive brawl with Godzilla x Kong: Supernova, the sixth flick in Legendary’s kaiju-fueled saga, set to crash theaters on March 26, 2027. After Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire gave us Godzilla and Kong as reluctant besties, this sequel—directed by I Am Mother’s Grant Sputore—is ready to turn up the heat. Plot details are harder to find than a chill moment in Skull Island, but the “Supernova” title and a sneaky Monarch hotline teaser have fans losing it. The hottest theory? Supernova might unleash Destoroyah, Godzilla’s most brutal foe from Toho’s playbook. With hints baked into past films and a shout-out from a big-name director, this demonic crab could be the ultimate bad guy for our Titan duo. Here’s why Destoroyah’s got fans hyped—and what he could bring to the MonsterVerse party.
Meet Destoroyah: The Monster Born from Godzilla’s Grave
Destoroyah isn’t just a kaiju—he’s a straight-up horror show. First stomping onto screens in 1995’s Godzilla vs. Destoroyah, he’s the twisted result of the Oxygen Destroyer, the gizmo that melted the OG Godzilla in 1954. That weapon’s fallout warped some ancient sea critters, morphing them into a swarm of creepy crawlies that fused into the horned, red-clawed Destoroyah. With a beam-shooting horn, a slicing Variable Slicer, and the ability to shapeshift—from tiny terrors to a winged, devil-faced beast—he’s a Swiss Army knife of destruction. Unlike Ghidorah’s galaxy-conquering vibes or Mechagodzilla’s robot precision, Destoroyah’s got a mean streak that feels personal, like he enjoys the chaos.
In his debut, he took out Godzilla Junior and nearly finished off a nuclear-melting Godzilla, only going down when the military piled on. That film hit fans hard—Godzilla’s death and Junior’s loss were tear-jerkers, and The New Empire director Adam Wingard called it one of his favorite Godzilla movies for its “super emotional” punch, per a DiscussingFilm chat. If Supernova wants to mix epic fights with real feels, Destoroyah’s the guy to make it happen.
The MonsterVerse Has Been Teasing This
The MonsterVerse has been quietly setting the table for Destoroyah. Back in 2019’s Godzilla: King of the Monsters, the military drops an Oxygen Destroyer to stop Ghidorah, knocking Godzilla out cold. Nothing sprouted right away, but that move screamed callback to the 1954 film, hinting at trouble down the line. Supernova could cash in, showing the Destroyer’s fallout cooking up Destoroyah in the deep sea, just like in the ‘90s. It’d tie the MonsterVerse’s big-budget chaos to Godzilla’s tragic roots, reminding us humans are often the real monsters.
The “Supernova” title feels like a nod to something huge, and Destoroyah’s a perfect fit. His shape-shifting and healing powers could force Godzilla and Kong to team up again, building on their Skar King smackdown in The New Empire. Wingard, who’s not directing this time but shaped the last two films, gushed about Godzilla vs. Destoroyah’s emotional heft in the Collider piece. Even with Sputore steering the ship, that love for Destoroyah’s story could carry over, giving Supernova a darker, heavier vibe.
Why Destoroyah’s a Total Game-Changer
Destoroyah checks all the boxes for Supernova. For one, he’s a fresh face after the MonsterVerse’s go-to baddies like Mothra and Ghidorah. His origin—spawned by a human weapon, not some ancient feud—shakes up the usual prehistoric or alien formula, leaning into Godzilla’s warning about messing with nature. It’s a story that hits hard, especially with the Oxygen Destroyer’s “whoops, we made it worse” energy.
Then there’s his raw power. Destoroyah’s beam and slicing attacks nearly took down Godzilla in ‘95, and his trick of splitting into mini-monsters could swarm Kong, Royal Axe or not. After The New Empire had Kong drag Godzilla into battle, Supernova could flip it—Godzilla needing Kong to tackle a foe who once had him on the ropes. That buddy dynamic’s a fan favorite, and Destoroyah’s the kind of threat that’d make it shine.
Plus, Destoroyah brings heart. Godzilla vs. Destoroyah crushed souls because it leaned on the Heisei era’s character arcs, and Supernova could do the same. Toho’s deal with Legendary reportedly keeps Godzilla alive unless there’s a successor, but tossing in Godzilla Junior or playing up Kong’s bond with Suko could tug heartstrings. With a human cast like Kaitlyn Dever, Dan Stevens (back as Trapper), Jack O’Connell, Delroy Lindo, Matthew Modine, Alycia Debnam-Carey, and Sam Neill, the people side could echo the Titans’ struggle, making the stakes feel real.
But Could It Backfire?
Not everyone’s all-in on Destoroyah. Some fans think it’s too soon for a villain this intense, suggesting Supernova might just tease a baby Destoroyah. Others want a brand-new Titan to keep things fresh, pointing to fan-made beasts like Behemoth. There’s also the risk of dropping the ball on the human story—The New Empire got shade for flat characters, and Supernova’s packed cast could clog things up. Sputore’s new to the MonsterVerse, and following Wingard’s crowd-pleasing vibe is a tall order.
The “Supernova” title also has some eyeing cosmic foes like SpaceGodzilla, whose black-hole birth fits the star-explosion vibe. But Destoroyah’s human-made, down-to-earth menace feels more in tune with the MonsterVerse’s mix of awe and “we screwed up” regret, making him a solid pick for Sputore’s debut.
Here Comes the Boom
Godzilla x Kong: Supernova is shaping up to be a kaiju extravaganza, with filming kicking off in Queensland, Australia, and a teaser already setting the mood. Destoroyah’s potential is hard to ignore—the Oxygen Destroyer’s lingering shadow, Wingard’s fandom, and a title screaming end-of-the-world stakes all point his way. If Sputore and writer David Callaham go all-in, they could deliver a MonsterVerse banger that’s as gut-punching as it is jaw-dropping.
Will Destoroyah’s claws rip through our Titans, or is another monster waiting to pounce? Fans are stuck guessing until 2027 rolls around. For now, dust off your Monarch binoculars and get ready—this Supernova’s gonna light up the sky.
