Kong Returns as ‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ Season 2 Trailer Reveals Chilly Release Date

The exciting new trailer for Season 2 is here, giving us a first look at the thrilling monster action to come – and the return of Kong! Along with the impressive footage, we now know when you can start streaming Season 2 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.

Premiering in 2023, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is a new series created by Chris Black and Matt Fraction that expands the Monsterverse to Apple TV. The show begins after the massive fight between Godzilla and the Titans that destroyed San Francisco in the film Godzilla vs. Kong. It follows two siblings as they investigate their father’s past and uncover their family’s link to the mysterious organization, Monarch.

Continuing the story from Legendary’s Monsterverse, Season 2 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters will follow events across three generations, uncovering hidden truths and showing how massive, world-changing incidents impact people’s lives. You can start watching the new season on Apple TV starting February 27, 2026. Check out the trailer and a summary of the plot below.

The second season starts with everything at stake for Monarch and the entire world. The story uncovers long-hidden secrets, bringing both heroes and villains together on Skull Island, home of Kong. We’ll also discover a new village and the emergence of a powerful, legendary Titan from the ocean. Past events have consequences that are felt today, complicating relationships between family, friends, and enemies, all while the threat of a massive Titan attack looms.

‘Monarch: Legacy of Monster’ Has Been a Gargantuan Hit for Apple TV

Season 2 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters will feature returning cast members Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, and Joe Tippett, alongside Wyatt Russell and Anders Holm. Fans will be happy to hear that Kurt Russell, who played Lee Shaw in Season 1 along with his son Wyatt, will also be back for the new season.

When Monarch: Legacy of Monsters premiered in 2023, it was a huge success, living up to the legendary Titans it featured. The series has earned an 87% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes (with audiences giving it a 77% score), received award nominations, and performed very well on Apple TV+. Olly Dyche of MovieWeb particularly praised the show, describing it as a compelling and realistic exploration of the Monsterverse’s origins.

Apple TV+’s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters delivers exciting chases and large-scale conflicts for fans of the MonsterVerse. The series boasts incredible visual effects and thrilling action sequences, featuring both familiar and new titans. Strong performances from the cast make it a must-watch for anyone who enjoys the franchise or giant monster movies in general.

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2025-11-13 17:48