Get Hyped! Mortal Kombat II’s Epic Trailer Features Karl Urban as Johnny Cage!

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Fans of Mortal Kombat II, mark your calendars! The very first official trailer will be released at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (or 9:00 AM Pacific Time), and Warner Bros. has set off a countdown to the action-packed preview.

Watch the countdown player below via YouTube, which is showcasing actor and character posters.

Watch the trailer:

First Look Teaser, Poster Unleashed

A fresh poster for the upcoming film “Mortal Kombat II” has been unveiled, featuring the legendary dragon emblem pulsating with foreboding green energy. This suggests that the movie will be hitting screens on October 24, and since it was filmed for IMAX, audiences can expect an epic cinematic encounter when worlds collide this fall.

Johnny Cage Hypes the Hype

Warner Bros. not only unveiled the poster but also shared a side-splitting preview showcasing scenes from Johnny’s fictional film, “Uncaged Fury.” Moreover, an IMDb profile for the character Johnny Cage, portrayed by Karl Urban, has been made public. This profile is filled with fictitious movie credits and typical arrogant lines that are characteristic of Johnny Cage. Some of these titles include “Hard to Cage,” “Rebel Without a Cage,” and “Cool Hand Cage.

Watch the teaser:

Beyond just stopping, the studio additionally revealed a teaser poster for one of Cage’s fictional films within the universe, titled “Uncaged Fury“. The image showcases Cage in the midst of an explosion, surrounded by helicopters, sunglasses, and maintaining his characteristic swagger.

Trailer Drops Tomorrow — “Kountdown” Starts Early

On Wednesday, July 17th at 9am Pacific Time, we’ll get our first full look at the trailer for Mortal Kombat II. Before that, on the same day at 8:05am PT, a YouTube event titled “Mortal Kombat II | Trailer Event Countdown” will start streaming, taking you straight into the premiere.

According to the promo: “Realms will kollide.”

With creator Ed Boon stating that the movie hit the mark perfectly, and test viewers responding as if they were watching Avengers: Endgame, the anticipation is palpable.

Release Info: Who’s Behind Mortal Kombat II?

Mortal Kombat II hits theaters and IMAX on October 24, 2025.

The second part is being directed by Simon McQuoid, who was also in charge during the 2021 remake, and penned by Jeremy Slater known for his work on ‘Moon Knight’ and ‘The Exorcist’.

In this exhilarating film spectacle I recently had the pleasure of reviewing, a star-studded cast brings the iconic Mortal Kombat universe to life on the silver screen. As the protagonist, Johnny Cage is brilliantly portrayed by Karl Urban, who delivers an electrifying performance that truly embodies the spirit of the character.

Ludi Lin takes on the role of Liu Kang with a powerful presence and masterful martial arts prowess, while Mehcad Brooks brings his charm to the complex character of Jax. Jessica McNamee’s portrayal of Sonya Blade is gritty and determined, and Adeline Rudolph captures the grace and strength of Kitana flawlessly.

Hiroyuki Sanada’s chilling portrayal of Scorpion is a highlight of the film, with Martyn Ford delivering an imposing presence as Shao Kahn. Joe Taslim’s performance as Sub-Zero is both menacing and captivating, while Tadanobu Asano brings wisdom and power to the ancient figure of Raiden.

Josh Lawson’s portrayal of Kano is delightfully chaotic, Max Huang delivers a memorable performance as Kung Lao, and Tati Gabrielle brings depth and complexity to the character of Jade. Ana Thu Nguyen’s Sindel is a formidable adversary, and Damon Herriman rounds out the cast with a sinister portrayal of Quan Chi.

This talented ensemble brings the Mortal Kombat universe to life in a way that is both faithful to the source material and fresh and exciting for fans old and new. If you’re a fan of action, adventure, and epic battles, this movie is not to be missed!

Expect additional surprise character appearances teased by the filmmakers.

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2025-07-17 19:01