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Matango

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Matango (1963) is a Japanese horror film directed by Ishirō Honda, based on a William Hope Hodgson story, about castaways gradually transformed by consuming hallucinogenic island mushrooms.

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Matango ranks #13 of 129 in the Kaiju Film ranking, behind Trollhunter (2010), ahead of Mega Monster Battle: Ultra Galaxy Legends.

Highly regarded Honda horror film, praised for atmosphere and psychological dread, though more fungus horror than kaiju.

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How good is Matango?
Matango scores 7.45/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Kaiju Film category. Highly regarded Honda horror film, praised for atmosphere and psychological dread, though more fungus horror than kaiju.
What are the best alternatives to Matango?
See our alternatives page for Matango for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The War of the Gargantuas, Atragon, Gorath.
How does Matango compare to The War of the Gargantuas?
See our detailed comparison of Matango vs The War of the Gargantuas with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Matango worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.45/10, Matango is a solid option in Kaiju Film. See all Kaiju Film ranked.

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