Instead, it means there’s more to be excited about ahead ofMortal Kombat 2’s release date.

So, the incoming actor will certainly have plenty to do if these predictions ring true.

If not, it would be a huge waste of the franchise’s new star.

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Despite underwhelming box office takings and mixed critical reception,2021’sMortal Kombatwas still greenlit for a sequel.

Almost immediately, fans started to speculate about who would play himMortal Kombat 2.

Of course, fancasts can often be quite limiting.

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Plus, he’d immediately become one of the biggest names in the cast.

Unfortunately, there was still something intangible that felt like it was missing.

Of course, this does all depend on whether Urban’s version of Johnny Cage is well-written.

An edited image of Josh Lawson as Kano in 2021’s Mortal Kombat with a green background.

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