Get ready for the next chapter in the Mortal Kombat saga! A first look at Karl Urban as Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 2 has been revealed.
Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon unveiled a poster featuring Urban, styled as a promotional image for a fictional Johnny Cage film, complete with over-the-top action elements.
Mortal Kombat 2 serves as a direct sequel to the 2021 reboot, continuing the story of Cole Young (Lewis Tan), Scorpion (Hiroyuki Sanada), and Sub-Zero (Joe Taslim). Joining the cast are Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, Tati Gabrielle as Jade, and Damon Herriman as Quan Chi.
While plot details remain under wraps, the vast lore of the Mortal Kombat video game series provides ample source material for the sequel. The first film focused on Cole Young's introduction to the Mortal Kombat tournament and the rivalry between Scorpion and Sub-Zero.
Initially planned for a theatrical release, the first Mortal Kombat film premiered on HBO Max due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mortal Kombat 2, however, is slated for a theatrical release on October 24, 2025.
Our review of the first film awarded it a 7, praising its "spectacular display of blood, guts, and effects-heavy martial arts battles."
