Get ready, fans! The next installment of the Mortal Kombat series is on its way, and we've just been treated to an exciting sneak peek. Ed Boon, co-creator of Mortal Kombat, has shared a stunning poster featuring Karl Urban (known from The Boys and Judge Dredd) stepping into the iconic role of Johnny Cage. The poster cleverly mimics a promotional image for a fictitious Johnny Cage movie, complete with high-octane action scenes of motorcycles leaping from flames.
Mortal Kombat 2 continues the saga directly from the 2021 reboot, which introduced us to 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 portraying the sinister Quan Chi.
The first film revolved around Cole Young's journey into the brutal world of Mortal Kombat and the ancient feud between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. While plot details for Mortal Kombat 2 remain under wraps, the rich tapestry of the video game's history offers countless possibilities for the new storyline.
Originally planned for a theatrical debut, the first Mortal Kombat movie 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 in theaters when it premieres on October 24, 2025.
Our review of the original film awarded it a solid 7 out of 10, praising it as a "spectacular display of blood, guts, and effects-heavy martial arts battles."
