Godzilla vs. Biollante (The Criterion Collection) [4K UHD]

Godzilla vs. Biollante from The Criterion Collection is a two-disc 4K UHD and Blu-ray special edition of the Japanese sci-fi horror film. It pairs the film with a new audio commentary and several archival features, the listing specifies Japanese audio and English subtitles.

At a glance

Two-disc edition includes the film on 4K UHD and Blu-ray, with special features on the Blu-ray.
The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration and a 5.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
Extras include a new audio commentary, 1993 making-of material, a short documentary, deleted special effects, TV spots, trailers and an essay.
New English subtitle translation is listed.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$49.95~~

Price checked: Nov 11, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The 4K UHD and Blu-ray formats give buyers two disc options in one edition.
The commentary, archival programs, trailers and essay add substantial film-focused extras beyond the feature.
Japanese-language presentation with English subtitles is specified.

Cons

The listed language is Japanese, so buyers seeking an English-dubbed track should confirm availability before choosing this edition.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Disc and presentation
Format	4K, Subtitled
Number of discs	2
Aspect ratio	1.85:1
Runtime	1 hour and 44 minutes
Genre	Sci-Fi, Horror
MPAA rating	Unrated (Not Rated)

Audio and subtitles
Language	Japanese (DTS 5.1)
Subtitles	English

People and release
Director	Kazuki Omori
Contributor	Kazuki Omori, Megumi Odaka
Release date	March 18, 2025
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	6.67 x 0.59 x 5.57 inches; 3.88 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about audio: its feature description claims a 5.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, while product details list Japanese (DTS 5.1), confirm the actual track configuration. Customer feedback also reports that some buyers expected other language or subtitle options, while the listing specifies Japanese language and English subtitles.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Godzilla fans looking for this film in a Criterion 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition.
Collectors who want commentary and archival production features alongside the movie.
Viewers comfortable watching Japanese-language films with English subtitles.

Less suited to

Viewers who require an English-dubbed version or subtitles in a language other than English without first confirming the disc's options.
Buyers without a compatible 4K UHD playback setup who specifically want the 4K presentation.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 519 ratings

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Customer feedback is strongly positive overall: the listing shows 4.7 out of 5 stars from 519 global ratings, and the supplied feedback highlights praise for the restoration, sharp visuals, rewatchability and collectability. Audio experiences are mixed, with some customers noting Japanese-only audio. That concern is relevant because the product details specify Japanese audio and English subtitles, the rating alone does not establish which track or subtitle options every buyer expects.

Positive themes

Customers praise the restoration and sharp picture, and describe the film as enjoyable and collectible.
Some customers appreciate the film's serious tone and find it among the scarier entries in the series.

Negative themes

Some customers report concern about the available language or subtitle options.

Mixed feedback

Audio quality and language-track experiences are described as mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What discs are included?

The listing says this is a two-disc edition with the film on one 4K UHD disc and the film plus special features on one Blu-ray.

What audio and subtitle options are listed?

Product details specify Japanese audio and English subtitles. The feature description separately claims a 5.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, while the details list Japanese (DTS 5.1), so confirm the audio configuration if it matters to your setup.

What extras are described?

The listing names a new audio commentary, a 1993 making-of program, a short documentary about Biollante and the Super X2 vehicle concepts, deleted special effects, TV spots, trailers and an essay.