# Cinematic Monster-inspired Burgers Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Now Have a New Godzilla Burger By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2021-04-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godzilla-burger References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/international-carls-jr-and-hardees-locations-launch-new-godzilla-burger-kong-burger-and-kong-chicken-sandwich/) Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s recently teamed up with [Warner Bros.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shazamwich) and [Legendary Entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circle-k-products) to debut three new cinematic creations: the [Godzilla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-ultimate-energy-x-godzilla) Burger, the Kong Burger, and the Kong Chicken Sandwich. The highly anticipated film Godzilla vs. Kong was released on March 31, 2021, and Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s are celebrating with three dishes named after the main characters. The Godzilla Burger is a monstrous creation that features three one-third pound Angus beef patties layered with three slices of melted American cheese, four strips of bacon, and mayonnaise. The Kong Burger also features three beef patties topped with three slices of melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Santa Fe sauce. Finally, the King Kong Chicken Sandwich combines two crispy chicken patties with two slices of melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Santa Fe sauce. All three of the new dishes will be available in more than 20 countries and regions around the world for a limited time. Image Credit: CKE Restaurants ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Film-inspired Food Creations:** Opportunity for fast-food chains to collaborate with film studios to create unique food items that promote new movie releases. - **Extreme Burger Stacking:** Trend of stacking multiple beef patties and bacon in a single burger to appeal to consumers looking for indulgent, over-the-top meals. - **International Limited Time Offer Menus:** Trend for franchises to offer limited-time menu items available in multiple countries to generate hype and attract customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food Chain:** Opportunity for fast-food chains to collaborate with movie studios and create unique menu items to differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Film Industry:** Opportunity for film studios to collaborate with fast-food chains to create promotional tie-ins to increase engagement and generate buzz for new releases. - **Food and Beverage Packaging Industry:** Opportunity to design and manufacture packaging that highlights movie tie-ins and limited-time menu items, attracting consumers to try these products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beastly QSR Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godzilla-burgers.md) - [Dino-Themed QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primal-menu.md) - [Action Film Retailer Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circle-k-products.md) - [Stacked Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-beast.md) - [Indulgent Halloween Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mega-monster-burger.md) - [Ghoulish Ghost Pepper Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-breakfast-burger.md) - [Upsized QSR Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upsized-burger.md) - [Cinematic QSR Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-best-bubs-burgers.md) - [Movie-Themed QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-good-burger-2-meal.md)