Godzilla (Gojira) is a giant prehistoric sea monster created by Toho in 1954, known as the King of the Monsters. His name blends the Japanese words for gorilla (gorira) and whale (kujira). He is typically awakened or mutated by nuclear radiation, acting as a force of nature, a terrifying atomic antagonist, or a defender of the Earth.For a detailed look at the origins and creation of the 1954 classic monster:
