Apple TV is expanding its Monsterverse with an exciting new prequel series centered around young Lee Shaw, portrayed by Wyatt Russell. This untitled show, a spinoff of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, will be led by screenwriter and producer Joby Harold, known for his work on Obi-Wan Kenobi and the John Wick franchise. The series will explore Colonel Lee Shaw's secret mission in 1984 to prevent Soviet forces from unleashing a terrifying Titan aimed at altering the course of the Cold War. As part of the thriving Monsterverse, which already includes five films and the Monarch series, this addition promises to deliver character-driven storytelling alongside thrilling monster action. The first season of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is available now on Apple TV+, with a second season premiering on February 27, 2026.

What is the plot of the new Monarch spinoff series?

The plot follows Colonel Lee Shaw as he embarks on a covert mission in 1984 to thwart Soviet forces from releasing a monstrous Titan that could shift the balance of power during the Cold War.

Fans of the Monsterverse will be intrigued to learn that the franchise began with the 2014 film Godzilla, followed by Kong: Skull Island in 2017, Godzilla: King of the Monsters in 2019, and Godzilla vs. Kong: The New Empire in 2021. The upcoming film, Godzilla x Kong: Supernova, is set to release in 2027, further expanding this cinematic universe, which combines human struggles with the awe-inspiring presence of legendary Titans.