Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match Animated Movie Will Hit Screens in October 2023

Published 07/23/2023, 11:05 AM EDT

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Mortal Kombat is one of the longest-running game series to date, with its first entry coming out way back in October 1992. In its 20-year run, the series has spawned multiple characters and storylines. Each character brings a new flavor to the table, providing the creators with enough material for expansion to other media. It’s no wonder why movies based on characters from this series have always attracted a huge audience.

Now, a new animated movie originating from the Mortal Kombat universe will hit theaters in October 2023. It will portray a classic character’s backstory. This animated movie has grabbed the attention of many hardcore fans.

Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match announced for an October release this year

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A new animated Mortal Kombat movie was announced in a recent tweet from Warner Bros. Entertainment. They are set to release the film on 17th October 2023. Furthermore, the movie will be available in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray, and as a digital release. The titular character is a fan favorite, making this movie a must-watch for many.

The film will portray Johnny Cage as an action star who becomes involved with a hidden organization while searching for a lost co-star. The plot even has Johnny Cage fighting against the creatures of Netherrealm.

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The movie description reads, “He faces off against a sinister secret society plotting a nefarious scheme, but the brutal fight against the bloodthirsty warriors of the Netherrealm is just beginning. Can Johnny, alongside other Mortal Kombat legends, save humanity…and, more importantly, his career?”

With this intriguing storyline, fans are looking forward to some action-packed scenes in the animated movie. They voiced their excitement about this movie online.

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The movie has already turned the heads of many Mortal Kombat fans, who are ready to witness the story of Johnny Cage. Multiple fans are comparing it to an 80s action movie for its unfiltered action scenes. The movie is rated R for having bloody violence and language.

This movie also marks the last work of the late comedian Gilbert Gottfried. Many fans were left surprised when they found out Gottfried was among the voice actors along with Joel McHale and Jennifer Grey.

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Ajitesh Rawat

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Ajitesh Rawat is an up-and-coming eSports writer at EssentiallySports. An avid gamer himself, Ajitesh grew up just like the majority of the gamers out there by simply falling in love with Need for Speed and Grand Theft Auto. He likes to dive into these vast imaginative worlds and experience the fun himself.
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