First Look at Johnny Cage, Shao Khan, and Kitana in Mortal Kombat 2 Movie
Mortal Kombat 2 offers a first look at several new characters joining the sequel's roster. Entertainment Weekly unveiled images of Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn, and Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, alongside the returning Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion.
Fans have eagerly awaited Karl Urban's portrayal of the egocentric Hollywood star, Johnny Cage, following his appearance in an in-universe movie poster. The image shows Urban embodying Cage's signature style: a fresh-faced look, trademark hair, sunglasses, and a classic martial arts pose. The background features returning cast members Ludi Lin as Liu Kang, Mehcad Brooks as Jax, and Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade.
First Look at Mortal Kombat 2's New Characters:
- Karl Urban as Johnny Cage
- Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn
- Adeline Rudolph as Kitana
- Hiroyuki Sanada returns as Scorpion
NetherRealm's Ed Boon commented on Johnny Cage's inclusion: "His integration into the Mortal Kombat story and universe is a big part of what this movie explores. He's a washed-up Hollywood guy thrown into this magical, ultra-violent thing. Karl's depiction is different from the games; he's adding his own flair, making it feel fresh and novel." Boon teased a "ridiculously hilarious" character introduction. Director Simon McQuoid added, "We wanted a character that wasn't just completely silly… The casting of Karl Urban allowed that character to have more depth."
Entertainment Weekly confirmed that movie-accurate skins for Urban's Johnny Cage, Rudolph's Kitana, and Ford's Shao Kahn will be added to Mortal Kombat 1 later this year.
Damon Herriman (Better Call Saul) plays Quan Chi, while Josh Lawson and Max Huang surprisingly return as Kano and Kung Lao, despite their demise in the first film. Boon explained this by referencing the video game lore: "We deal with spirits and the NetherRealm… There are ways to bring dead characters back."
Tati Gabrielle (The Last of Us Season 2) portrays Jade, and Ana Thu Nguyen (NCIS: Sydney) plays Queen Sindel. Mortal Kombat 2 arrives in theaters October 24, 2025.
