‘Mortal Kombat’ Video Shows Powers & Locations for 2021 Reboot Movie

A new behind-the-scenes trailer for Mortal Kombat shows previously unseen fight scenes, powers, locations, and analysis from the cast.

The forthcoming film will reboot the MK franchise for the big screen, with an ensemble cast comprising Lewis Tan, Joe Taslim, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ludi Lin, Jessica McNamee, and Mehcad Brooks. Mortal Kombat is slated for an April 23 release in theaters and on HBO Max.

A recent promo video for Mortal Kombat, posted on YouTube by Warner Bros., contains new analysis from the film’s cast and crew on the process of blending rooted storytelling with rigorous action.

The video also contains several new shots from the film, including fresh peeks at Liu Kang’s battle with Kabal, Cole Young’s duel with Goro, Scorpion’s fire powers, and the mystical terrain of the tournament itself. Kano and Sonya’s laser powers are on full display as well, and the trailer contains the most promising look at the reboot’s hammer-wielding version of Reiko.

Director Simon McQuoid and the film’s cast have all underlined their desire to develop a grounded and emotionally impactful plot. Intense martial arts action and brutal violence still form a crucial element of the film. The reboot’s mission has been to combine that bloody style with significant character arcs and relationships.

It’s highly encouraging watching the cast speak so exuberantly about Mortal Kombat’s purpose and loyalty to the source material. Producer Todd Garner and actor Lewis Tan have both remarked formerly on the movie’s potential as a franchise launcher. Stars like Joe Taslim (Sub-Zero), Ludi Lin (Liu Kang), and Max Huang (Kung Lao) have communicated their hopes for spinoffs in recent interviews.

Warner Bros. is presently focusing on formulating powerful branded content to fill out its HBO Max library. And Mortal Kombat clearly has a lot of potential for future expansion. Other films and streaming series could both effortlessly fit into the franchise’s sprawling universe, with several beloved characters to select from. Mortal Kombat‘s future now largely depends on how critics and moviegoers react to the reboot when it releases on April 23.

About Mortal Kombat (2021)

Mortal Kombat (2021) is an American martial arts action fantasy film directed by Simon McQuoid. It is based on the video game franchise of the same name and serves as a reboot.

Hunted by the fearsome warrior Sub-Zero, MMA fighter Cole Young finds sanctuary at the temple of Lord Raiden. Training with experienced fighters Liu Kang, Kung Lao, and the rogue mercenary Kano, Cole prepares to stand with Earth’s greatest champions to take on the enemies from Outworld in a high-stakes battle for the universe.

The film stars actors like Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Chin Han, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada in various roles. It was released on HBO Max on April 23, 2021. A sequel is currently in development.