Mortal Kombat 2 (2025)
Mortal Kombat 2 (2025)
Mortal Kombat 2, scheduled for release on October 24, 2025, is an upcoming American martial arts fantasy film. Directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater, the movie serves as a sequel to the 2021 reboot of Mortal Kombat and is the fourth installment in the Mortal Kombat film series. The movie is based on the popular video game franchise created by Ed Boon and John Tobias.
Plot Overview
The plot of Mortal Kombat 2 will focus on the titular Mortal Kombat tournament, which pits champions from Earthrealm against those from Outworld. If Earth’s fighters lose their tenth consecutive tournament, Shao Kahn, the ruler of Outworld, will invade and conquer Earth. This high-stakes battle introduces new characters while continuing storylines from its predecessor. The movie promises to feature intense action sequences, brutal fights, and a visual representation of who is winning throughout the tournament. According to franchise creator Ed Boon, “It’s not just a tournament for the sake of a tournament—there are huge consequences.”
Cast
The film features returning cast members such as:
- Lewis Tan as Cole Young
- Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade
- Ludi Lin as Liu Kang
- Mehcad Brooks as Jax Briggs
- Chin Han as Shang Tsung
- Joe Taslim as Bi-Han/Noob Saibot
- Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion
New additions to the cast include:
- Karl Urban as Johnny Cage
- Adeline Rudolph as Kitana
- Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn
- Tati Gabrielle as Jade
- Damon Herriman as Quan Chi
Production Details
Filming began in June 2023 at Village Roadshow Studios in Queensland, Australia. However, production was temporarily paused due to the SAG-AFTRA strike in mid-July 2023 but resumed in November after the strike ended. Principal photography wrapped up in January 2024.
Expectations
The sequel aims to address fan feedback from its predecessor while embracing some of the franchise’s inherent “weirdness.” Writer Jeremy Slater has stated that he wants this installment to be unpredictable and defy expectations. With a larger scale and more iconic characters introduced, Mortal Kombat 2 seeks to deliver an even bloodier and more action-packed experience for fans.
Release Date:
Mortal Kombat 2 is set for theatrical release on October 24, 2025.
Probability of Accuracy:
I estimate this answer has a probability of being correct at approximately 95%, based on verified sources available up until March 18, 2025.
