Monarch: Legacy of Monsters

Name: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure
Released: 2023-11-16
Cast: Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Anders Holm

2023 | 2 seasons | Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Action & Adventure

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

People are still talking about it and it earned strong reviews (87% on Rotten Tomatoes). A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for sci-fi fans and action fans. If you loved Superman & Lois, start here.
The mood: Exciting.
The pace: 2 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

After surviving Godzilla's attack on San Francisco, Cate is shaken yet again by a shocking secret. Amid monstrous threats, she embarks on a globetrotting adventure to learn the truth about her family—and the mysterious organization known as Monarch.

How it earned its rating

CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesSolid
7.7 out of 10
AwardsSolid
Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Super Awards: Best Actor in a Science Fiction/Fantasy Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie. Also nominated for 1 more Critics' Choice Award. Plus 2 other awards.
Reach & staying powerSolid
Ran for 2 seasons and reached a solid audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 2.0 million people sought it out in the past year