Tickets for Mortal Kombat II are now on sale as Warner Bros. has also released a new trailer and poster for the sequel.
The movie hits theaters and IMAX on May 8, 2026, with international release beginning May 6.
The studio teased the launch with: “Get over here and GET YOUR TICKETS to Mortal Kombat II, in theaters and IMAX May 8.”
Mortal Kombat II brings in Johnny Cage
Mortal Kombat II raises the stakes from the 2021 movie and brings in one of the franchise’s biggest fan-favorite characters, Johnny Cage, played by Karl Urban.
The official synopsis says the champions are now joined by Johnny Cage and thrown into the ultimate no-holds-barred and gory battle against the dark rule of Shao Kahn, which threatens Earthrealm and its defenders.
That should be a big selling point for fans, as Johnny Cage was one of the most talked-about missing characters from the first movie.
Cast includes returning favorites and new faces
Karl Urban leads the sequel as Johnny Cage.
The cast also includes 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, and Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi and Scorpion.
That gives the sequel a mix of returning characters and fresh additions as it builds toward the fight against Shao Kahn.
Simon McQuoid returns as director
Simon McQuoid is back directing Mortal Kombat II after helming the 2021 movie.
The screenplay is by Jeremy Slater, based on the video game created by Ed Boon and John Tobias.
The film is produced by Todd Garner, E. Bennett Walsh, James Wan, Toby Emmerich, and Simon McQuoid, with Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Jeremy Slater, Ed Boon, and Lawrence Kasano serving as executive producers.
Behind the camera, the sequel features cinematography by Stephen F. Windon, production design by Yohei Taneda, editing by Stuart Levy, costume design by Cappi Ireland, casting by Rich Delia, and music by Benjamin Wallfisch.
Mortal Kombat II release date
Mortal Kombat II opens only in theaters and IMAX in North America on May 8, 2026.
International release begins May 6, 2026.
Watch the trailer:
