Mortal Kombat II is the next brutal movie chapter in the iconic martial arts fantasy franchise, directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater. Following the explosive events of the 2021 film, the stakes are set even higher as fan-favorite champions and new legends collide in the ultimate fight for Earthrealm’s survival—a cinematic experience promising savage action, expanded lore, and dramatic new faces.
What is the movie ‘Mortal Kombat II’ about?: Plot Details
The new installment thrusts Earthrealm’s finest warriors into the long-awaited Mortal Kombat tournament, a deadly contest between realms where the fate of Earth itself hangs in the balance. If Earthrealm loses the tenth straight tournament, Outworld emperor Shao Kahn will invade and conquer Earth, unleashing chaos. This time, Johnny Cage (Karl Urban) joins Liu Kang, Sonya Blade, Jax, and others to fight not just for pride, but for their world’s existence. As the tournament rages, brutal scores are kept, loyalties are tested, and supernatural threats—including powerful necromancers and spectral warriors—emerge, promising twists, resurrections, and epic showdowns fans have never seen before.
Cast
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Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, the charismatic Hollywood star-turned-fighter
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Adeline Rudolph as Kitana
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Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade
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Josh Lawson as Kano
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Ludi Lin as Liu Kang
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Mehcad Brooks as Jax
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Tati Gabrielle as Jade
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Lewis Tan as Cole Young
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Damon Herriman as Quan Chi
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Chin Han as Shang Tsung
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Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden
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Joe Taslim as Bi-Han / Noob Saibot
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Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion
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Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn
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Ana Thu Nguyen as Queen Sindel
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Desmond Chiam as King Jerrod
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Max Huang as Kung Lao
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CJ Bloomfield as Baraka
The cast features returning heroes, fierce newcomers, and several key antagonists, bringing Mortal Kombat’s legendary roster to life in devastating fashion.
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Production
Director Simon McQuoid returns alongside writer Jeremy Slater, with Todd Garner, James Wan, Toby Emmerich, and E. Bennett Walsh producing. Filming began in Australia in June 2023, faced delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, and wrapped in early 2024. The movie features epic cinematography by Stephen F. Windon and production design by Yohei Taneda. Rated R for extreme violence, gore, and strong language, Mortal Kombat II is poised to take franchise brutality and spectacle to new heights.
Release Date
Latest update: The film’s theatrical release has been officially delayed and will now premiere on May 15, 2026, shifting from its previous October 24, 2025 date. The move aims to expand its summer box office potential and separate it from a crowded 2025 event calendar.
Trailer
The official trailer teases a blood-soaked saga, with classic fatalities, flashy fight choreography, and the new dynamic that Johnny Cage brings to Earthrealm’s defenders. It showcases combat across Outworld’s brutal arenas, formidable magic wielders, and Shao Kahn’s looming threat—all set to the franchise’s iconic pounding music.
Where to Watch?
Mortal Kombat II will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, hitting theaters and IMAX screens internationally after its U.S. debut. Streaming and digital options are expected to follow the film’s theatrical run, with details to be announced closer to the release.
Mortal Kombat II promises to be the biggest, boldest entry yet, fusing beloved lore with new characters, an intense tournament, and vicious spectacle. Mark your calendars for May 15, 2026—the fight for Earth has never been bloodier or more cinematic.
