In a thrilling turn of events, Warner Bros. Discovery has finally unveiled the release date for the highly anticipated « Mortal Kombat 2. » The news was announced during a special event where the studio showcased its upcoming projects and future plans to investors. Mark your calendars, folks, because the new Mortal Kombat movie is set to hit the theaters on October 24, 2025.
Simon McQuoid Returns as Director, with a New Screenwriter on Board
Fans of the first Mortal Kombat film will be delighted to know that Simon McQuoid, who helmed the 2021 reboot, is back in the director’s chair for the sequel. However, this time around, there’s a new name attached to the screenplay. Jeremy Slater, the creator of the hit Netflix series « The Umbrella Academy, » has been tapped to pen the script for the new Mortal Kombat film. Slater’s impressive resume also includes projects like « Godzilla vs. Kong, » « Moon Knight, » and « Fantastic Four. »
Familiar Faces and a New Addition to the Cast
The cast of Mortal Kombat 2 is shaping up to be a formidable one, with many of the first film’s actors reprising their roles. Hiroyuki Sanada, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Josh Lawson, and Joe Taslim are all set to return for the sequel. But that’s not all, folks! The cast is also getting a new addition in the form of Karl Urban.
Karl Urban Joins the Fray as Johnny Cage
If you’ve been following the world of superhero TV shows, then you’re probably familiar with Karl Urban. The actor has been making waves in recent years with his standout performance in the Amazon Prime series « The Boys. » Now, Urban is set to bring his charisma and action chops to the Mortal Kombat franchise, as he’s been cast to play the fan-favorite character of Johnny Cage.
For those who may not be familiar with the character, Johnny Cage is a Hollywood actor and martial artist who first appeared in the original Mortal Kombat game back in 1992. Known for his cocky attitude and signature moves like the « Green Flame » and « Shadow Kick, » Cage has been a staple of the franchise ever since.
Get Ready for an Epic Showdown
With the release date finally unveiled, and the cast and crew shaping up to be an impressive one, it’s safe to say that Mortal Kombat 2 is gearing up to be an epic showdown. Fans of the franchise have been eagerly awaiting the sequel, and it looks like they’re in for a treat.
So mark your calendars, brush up on your fatalities, and get ready to witness the next chapter in the legendary Mortal Kombat saga. Mortal Kombat 2 is coming to theaters on October 24, 2025. Are you ready?
