Excitation is building for the eagerly awaited Mortal Kombat 2021 sequel as Karl Urban formally joins the cast as Johnny Cage. The goal of Mortal Kombat 2, which was directed by Simon McQuoid, who oversaw the successful relaunch, is to maintain the video game franchise’s core while enlarging the violent, fantastical world.

The story picks up where the first film left off, with Earthrealm’s champions preparing for an imminent invasion from Outworld. Johnny Cage, a cocky Hollywood action star turned reluctant fighter, steps in as the wild card. Urban’s casting has fans buzzing, as the actor’s charisma and action pedigree promise to breathe life into the fan-favorite character.

Returning cast members include Lewis Tan as Cole Young, Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade, and Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion. New additions also feature Tati Gabrielle as Kitana and Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn, signaling high-stakes battles and deeper lore exploration. The sequel will delve into the epic Mortal Kombat tournament, with intense fight choreography and signature fatalities teased to be bigger and bloodier than before. McQuoid promises a balanced mix of character-driven drama and adrenaline-pumping action.