Special Effects Monster Movie

The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, the special effects movie that introduced the world to Japan's most famous monster: Godzilla. The franchise, which now spans 29 Japanese films and multiple Hollywood remakes, all started in 1954 with the help of special effects director Eiji Tsuburaya. Learn the little-known tale behind Godzilla's creation, plus the latest monster movie news!