Get to know the shadowy organization behind Apple TV+’s latest MonsterVerse series and where it’s appeared before.

This articlecontains spoilers for Legendarys MonsterVersefilms.

At the center of it all has always been the imposing consortium known as Monarch.

Episode 1. Mari Yamamoto, Wyatt Russell and Anders Holm in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters,” premiering November 17, 2023 on Apple TV+.

What is Monarch?

The trio almost literally stumble on to each other to form a great working bond.

Shaw is the dreamer, with a knowledge of ancient myth and the stories being told about legendary creatures.

Mira, the pragmatist, careful in her approach but driven by her curiosity.

Where Has Monarch Appeared in the MonsterVerse?

He deduces that Godzilla came out of hibernation to fight these other MOTUs, as they are natural enemies.

InGodzilla vs Kong(2021), Monarch plays a much more mysterious part in the MonsterVerse.

Together, Kong and Godzilla destroy the rogue Mechagodzilla, and retreat to their natural habitats.

What About Netflixs Skull Island?

Where Else Has Monarch Appeared?

The first two episodes ofMonarch: Legacy of Monstersare available to stream on Apple TV+.

New episodes premiere Fridays, culminating with a finale on Jan. 12.