Karl Urban Debuts as Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 2

Excitement is building as the next installment of the Mortal Kombat franchise gears up for release, and fans have just been treated to a sneak peek at one of its new stars: Johnny Cage. Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon unveiled a captivating poster featuring Karl Urban, known for his roles in "The Boys" and "Judge Dredd," as the iconic Hollywood actor and fighter, Johnny Cage. The poster cleverly mimics a promotional image for a fictional Johnny Cage movie, showcasing two motorcycles dramatically leaping from flames.

"Mortal Kombat 2" is set to be a direct sequel to the 2021 reboot, which introduced audiences to Lewis Tan as Cole Young, Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion, and Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero. Joining the fray in the upcoming film are several new faces, including Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, Tati Gabrielle as Jade, and Damon Herriman as Quan Chi.

The original movie revolved around Cole Young's journey into the brutal world of Mortal Kombat, delving into the storied feud between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. While plot details for the sequel remain under wraps, the rich tapestry of the Mortal Kombat video game series offers a plethora of potential storylines to explore.

Initially planned for a theatrical release, the first Mortal Kombat film was diverted to HBO Max due to the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. In contrast, "Mortal Kombat 2" is scheduled to hit theaters on October 24, 2025, promising fans a visceral cinematic experience.

Our review of the first movie awarded it a score of 7, praising it as a "spectacular display of blood, guts, and effects-heavy martial arts battles."