The much-anticipated sequel to the 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot is on the horizon, and fans have been treated to an exciting first look at one of the film's new additions: Johnny Cage. Ed Boon, co-creator of the iconic video game series, unveiled a striking poster featuring Karl Urban, known for his roles in The Boys and Judge Dredd, stepping into the shoes of the charismatic Hollywood star and fighter, Johnny Cage. The poster cleverly mimics a promotional image for a fictional Johnny Cage movie, complete with two motorcycles dramatically leaping from flames.
Mortal Kombat 2 continues the saga that began with the 2021 film, which starred Lewis Tan as Cole Young, Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion, and Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero. Joining Urban in the sequel are new cast members Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, Tati Gabrielle as Jade, and Damon Herriman as Quan Chi, promising to bring more depth and excitement to the franchise.
The original movie followed Cole Young as he discovered the brutal legacy of Mortal Kombat and the longstanding feud between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. While plot details for the sequel remain under wraps, the rich history of the Mortal Kombat video game series offers a plethora of potential narratives to explore.
Initially planned for a theatrical release, the first Mortal Kombat film was released directly on HBO Max due to the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, fans can look forward to experiencing Mortal Kombat 2 on the big screen, with a scheduled theatrical release on October 24, 2025.
In our review, we awarded the first Mortal Kombat movie a score of 7, praising it as a "spectacular display of blood, guts, and effects-heavy martial arts battles."
