In a nutshell

• New trailer for Mortal Kombat II starring Karl Urban as Johnny Cage is now live.
• Directed by Simon McQuoid, the film opens in cinemas and IMAX on May 6, 2026.
• The sequel pits Earthrealm’s champions against Shao Kahn in brutal, high-stakes battles.

Warner Bros. Pictures has unveiled the new trailer for Mortal Kombat II, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 film. The film will open in cinemas and IMAX on May 6, 2026 internationally, with a North American release on May 8.

A Star-Studded Cast

The sequel features a stacked lineup of fighters:

• Karl Urban as Johnny Cage
• Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Tati Gabrielle, Lewis Tan, Damon Herriman
• Chin Han, Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden, Joe Taslim as Bi-Han, Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi/Scorpion

Mortal Kombat II Story and Stakes

Mortal Kombat II continues the saga as Earthrealm’s champions face the dark rule of Shao Kahn, threatening humanity’s very existence. Expect brutal battles, gory fatalities, and the introduction of fan-favorite Johnny Cage in all his flashy glory.

Check out the brand-new poster below:

Behind the Scenes

The film is produced by Todd Garner, James Wan, Toby Emmerich, E. Bennett Walsh, and Simon McQuoid, with executive producers Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Jeremy Slater, and Lawrence Kasanoff. Music is composed by Benjamin Wallfisch, with cinematography by Stephen F. Windon.