Invasion of Astro-Monster (1965)
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Invasion of Astro-Monster is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
What the audience says
Invasion of Astro-Monster is a dependable Japanese film — it does what it sets out to do. It holds a 6.8/10 on TMDB from 269 ratings, right around average territory. It's a tight 96-minute watch — easy to fit into a busy night. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
Should you spend 96 minutes on it?
96 minutes of Japanese science fiction with action threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- 6.8/10 from 269 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want something set in a world you already know
- Best for
- A night when you want an early finish
Story
Astronauts Glenn and Fuji investigate Planet X and encounter mysterious aliens known as the Xiliens, who ask Earth's people to help save their world from "Monster Zero". In exchange for borrowing Godzilla and Rodan, the Xiliens offer a cure for cancer. As Glenn investigates, he develops a romance with Miss Namikawa and uncovers the Xilien's true intentions.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 36m — short |
| Genre | Science Fiction / Action |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Ishirō Honda
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 5 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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