Exciting news for fans of the iconic fighting game series: the next installment of the Mortal Kombat movie franchise is on the horizon, and we've just been treated to a glimpse of one of its new stars—Johnny Cage, portrayed by none other than Karl Urban. Known for his roles in "The Boys" and "Judge Dredd," Urban steps into the shoes of the flamboyant Hollywood actor and fighter, Johnny Cage. A newly released poster showcases Urban in character, designed to mimic a promotional poster for a Johnny Cage movie, featuring an action-packed scene with two motorcycles leaping from flames.

"Mortal Kombat 2" is set to be a direct sequel to the 2021 reboot that introduced audiences 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 as Quan Chi, adding fresh faces to the already dynamic lineup.

The original film followed Cole Young's journey into the brutal world of Mortal Kombat, uncovering the violent history between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. While plot details for the sequel remain under wraps, the rich tapestry of storylines from the video game series offers ample material for the filmmakers to explore.

Originally planned for a theatrical release, the first Mortal Kombat movie was diverted to HBO Max due to the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, fans can look forward to experiencing "Mortal Kombat 2" on the big screen, with a scheduled theatrical release on October 24, 2025.

In our review of the first film, we awarded it a score of 7, praising it as a "spectacular display of blood, guts, and effects-heavy martial arts battles." With the addition of Karl Urban as Johnny Cage and other new characters, expectations are high for the sequel to deliver even more thrilling action and deeper storytelling.