Warner Bros. | Release Date: April 23, 2021
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LLJ4500Apr 25, 2021
Good film for MK fans, story could've been better and the film could've been a bit longer overall to showcase some more of the late fights. Some of the fights could've felt more weighty and brutal, rather than just relying on fatalities forGood film for MK fans, story could've been better and the film could've been a bit longer overall to showcase some more of the late fights. Some of the fights could've felt more weighty and brutal, rather than just relying on fatalities for the gore element. Id love to see more and see where the story goes. Overall a promising re-entry to the MK franchise. Great Fatalities and gore with some good characters, but Sub-Zero, Scorpion and Kano are amazing! Expand
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Corey2124Apr 23, 2021
This was sooo much fun to watch.. if you’re a fan of the games you’ll find lots to love here. I mean it’s not perfect.. the story is pretty basic & is more or less a prequel of sorts leading up to the tournament which they’re obviouslyThis was sooo much fun to watch.. if you’re a fan of the games you’ll find lots to love here. I mean it’s not perfect.. the story is pretty basic & is more or less a prequel of sorts leading up to the tournament which they’re obviously setting up for a sequel, but it’s really well made, fast paced, the characters are fun & some of the character arcs are cool & the visual effects are awesome too. The icing on the cake though is that the action & fatalities are absolutely top notch & so entertaining. A solid 8/10 from me Can’t wait for the sequel.. Expand
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Stevieb93Apr 23, 2021
Mortal kombat was great entertainment. Loved every minute of it. Action was good and so much gore.
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HarrisonBrondleApr 23, 2021
Satisfyingly violent and gory. Director Simon McQuoid's love for video games allows him to translate the franchise spectacularly onto the big screen.
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ChipmunkkApr 23, 2021
Countless battles between good and evil will always capture the hearts of the curious. The battles of Mortal Kombat will as well. A victory, albeit flawed. I’ve been a casual fan of Mortal Kombat since the arcade days. I also wouldn’t say I’mCountless battles between good and evil will always capture the hearts of the curious. The battles of Mortal Kombat will as well. A victory, albeit flawed. I’ve been a casual fan of Mortal Kombat since the arcade days. I also wouldn’t say I’m an avid fighting game player. However, this movie was purely fan service and misunderstood by those who aren’t fans at all. If you’ve watched the first movie or the second, you know there’s a little bit of a niche when it comes to Mortal Kombat. Action, gore, cheesy lines, and oh, overacting. Mortal Kombat (2021) does what it does well. Give amazing fight sequences, provides the gore we know and love from the series as well as leaves us wanting more. However, Mortal Kombat (2021) doesn’t do what it does well, and that’s writing a good script. There are parts in the movie where it feels very.. “Si, se puede (Yes, we can!)” and character development seemed rushed. Definitely with the new character Cole Young. As for a lot of the reviews I’ve seen they’ve all said “the movie could’ve done without Cole” or “Cole is for the new fans”. While I agree with those statements, Cole’s storyline, albeit vanilla, provides a bridge for plot. Else it’d just be the first Mortal Kombat movie, everyone shows up in one place and fights each other in an actual tournament. Come to think of it, that isn’t so bad. Not much of a plot, and no character development.. oh wait, THAT’S THE NICHE OF THE MORTAL KOMBAT MOVIE SERIES!! This movie has a plot, this movie leaves us with something to look forward to. This movie for what it is, gave us what it is, and that’s a classic Mortal Kombat movie. Anyone expecting more are obviously spoiled by more modern day cinema, more specifically ‘The Avengers’.

If you’re gonna give this movie a watch do it with an open mind and open heart. You don’t watch Godzilla vs. King Kong for the plot, you watch it for the monsters and actions. Do the same.
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itisme3MoviesApr 23, 2021
It is fair to say I am bias with this movie. From the day I saw Mortal Kombat in the arcade over 25 years ago I have been playing this game. I have unremembered hours of time sunk into this game series over those 25+ years and to this day IIt is fair to say I am bias with this movie. From the day I saw Mortal Kombat in the arcade over 25 years ago I have been playing this game. I have unremembered hours of time sunk into this game series over those 25+ years and to this day I am still playing MK almost daily. We are up to MK11 now, but it is really MK, MK2 and the Ultimate that really hold my heart.

My point is... I am a MK fanboy, so take this with a grain of salt.

This movie was **** awesome!!!

The only thing that sucks about it is that if you are a fan you're sure to see some of your favourite characters die, and that is depressing, though of course death is never the end in MK! I am not sure what people are expecting but this is an old school American Martial Arts film. Think "Bloodsport" but modern. The movie is a weak, and I mean weak, framework to get people into a fight sequence. While the plot works, it never is able to rise above the fact that it is a framing device for the fight sequences. This is not a weakness of the film, this is the film makers understanding what they are making and who they are making it for. We are not forced to sit through much mellow drama or other assorted crap.. it is just blood and gore fight sequences pretty much non-stop peppered in with some fun jokes.

What makes the film really step up a notch is the amazing performance of Kano. He carries the movie as he is fun to watch, and funny as **** In fact Kano and Kabal are both fantastic in this movie. Everyone else is taking it a little to seriously. Still the casting is just boss. Scorpion is perfectly cast from Hiroyuki Sanada, and Sub-Zero being played by Joe Taslim is genius. (Can not wait for him to come back as Noob Saibot). Chin Han dose a perfect Shang Tsung and well, really, all in all.... everyone nails it.

The movie has its problems. The forced game lines like "Finish Him" and "Flawless Victory" stand out like dogs balls. With Kano's "Kano Wins" the only one that works. This is probably the films biggest issue, while the dialogue writing is actually really good, particularly the comedic stuff with Kano which is all working, the attempts to call back to the game constantly breaks the reality of the movie.

The gore is not as gory as I would have liked. It is not nearly as gory as the actual modern games, apart from a few "fatalities". If you have seen "The Night Comes for Us"... that is what the gore should have been. More vicious and brutal. This is more like "glory shots".. so the gore is there, but it is more cartoonish than brutal. Even so, in the modern age of Disney and WB comic book films with all the bloodless violence having actual gore and blood in a mainstream movie is 5 aces as far as I am concerned, even if the Indonesian Martial Arts film scene is way in front.

I do not really know what more people could have wanted from a MK film. Lets not pretend that the original movies are some kind of high art. You see some great realisations of your favourite characters, you see them fight... all in all it is a much better MK film that I expected and I was very happy with what I saw.

Verdict : Round 2.... FIGHT!!
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aldwinishereApr 23, 2021
A decent movie with a stupid first half filled with expositions and explanations that gets overpowered by the satisfyingly strong second half.
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bshorkeyApr 23, 2021
It does what a video game movie needed to do. The good definitely outweighs the bad!
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edu_110Apr 23, 2021
Yo le pongo 10 para que su calificación suba ,debe haber una secuela segura ,vale mucho la pena y aunque la película no es perfecta es muy satisfactoria
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Rnescobar1Apr 24, 2021
This version of Mortal Kombat, was a fun/action movie, did pretty good with sticking to the original MK characters for the most part, I just feel it was on a tight budget for a Blockbuster that requires a lot of CGI. I hope there is a sequelThis version of Mortal Kombat, was a fun/action movie, did pretty good with sticking to the original MK characters for the most part, I just feel it was on a tight budget for a Blockbuster that requires a lot of CGI. I hope there is a sequel and they give it a bigger budget to work with. There are good points to build on for a sequel. Expand
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SpitshawApr 23, 2021
Yes it's cheesy, yes there's some bad acting, yes there's too much soundtrack, yes Cole REALLY sucks and was wooden and unlikable and yes, the editing is SO bad - BUT, I still enjoyed the HELL out of this movie and I hope they learn from theYes it's cheesy, yes there's some bad acting, yes there's too much soundtrack, yes Cole REALLY sucks and was wooden and unlikable and yes, the editing is SO bad - BUT, I still enjoyed the HELL out of this movie and I hope they learn from the missteps of this first one to make a bad ass sequel. Kano, Sub Zero and Kung Lao were the MVPs. If you loved the game ignore the critic scores, go see it and support the franchise! You'll still enjoy it despite its issues Expand
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QuezaryApr 23, 2021
The makers of this film clearly knew what their film is and what it is not. Surely, they were not aiming to make a storytelling masterpiece. But they were clearly making a film for the fans of the game. Most of the cast fit their roles, theThe makers of this film clearly knew what their film is and what it is not. Surely, they were not aiming to make a storytelling masterpiece. But they were clearly making a film for the fans of the game. Most of the cast fit their roles, the visuals are solid, the fights are brutal, the jokes and callbacks are on point. Had a lot of fun watching it. A solid starting point for the new Mortal Kombat movie franchise. Expand
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RagnusLifApr 23, 2021
The Movie is not perfect, but had great action scenes and good chars like Kano and Kabal, the new char who made the protagonist (Cole) is horrible, but lots of good fights during the film, i hope they make a second movie and fix the mistakesThe Movie is not perfect, but had great action scenes and good chars like Kano and Kabal, the new char who made the protagonist (Cole) is horrible, but lots of good fights during the film, i hope they make a second movie and fix the mistakes they made in this movie Expand
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NeotanshukApr 27, 2021
........................................................................nice
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Rgm6490Apr 24, 2021
This movie is a ton of fun! Loved every moment. The pacing was on point and the action scenes were choreographed well. Best game adaptation in a long time. If you love MK you will love this movie. If your new to MK you may not appreciate it as much.
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darkoS2kApr 23, 2021
good pop corn movie ... i want kitana, j cage and much more in the sequel.. great action movie
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kagekirazuulApr 23, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie was made for the fans of the games.
If your not an mk vet but like action movies, you’ll enjoy it.
If you’ve played the games, you’ll love it.
From classic fatalities, to spamming the sweep, in game references galore.

Not to mention Hiroyuki Sanada as Hasashi Hanzo was perfect on so many levels. He brings a level of grace to the character that MK X and MK 11 equally captured.

Asano Tadanobu was also a great choice for Raiden. There has always been a criticism of the God of Thunder being white washed. Asano has the cynicism that echoes the Christopher Lambert portrayal so well.

Saddened over the recast of Shang Tsung but Cary-Hiroyuki can only be so young. Maybe they will recast him as old Shang Tsung, though Goro already died just outside a barn so that was weird.

All in all, a wonderful film to sit through, discuss on the fly, and oooh and ah.

Loved it
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fastdak25Apr 23, 2021
What, the story was bad? It's MK. It's about eh fight scenes and they are BRUTAL. Gore level on par with MK X brought to life. Loved all the moves and fatalities being recreations from the original games. Scorpion was by far the best withWhat, the story was bad? It's MK. It's about eh fight scenes and they are BRUTAL. Gore level on par with MK X brought to life. Loved all the moves and fatalities being recreations from the original games. Scorpion was by far the best with his scenes. Loved the few throwbacks to the first film, though won't say them to avoid spoilers. Even liked the new version of the original film's theme they came up with. If another is made as of course they teased, looking forward to it. Expand
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Ironfist745Apr 23, 2021
It's mortal kombat what else would you want!!!kano was great..sub zero was a beast..the story was ok at best..but like I said it mortal kombat we here for the fighting,blood & gore this is what the true fans ask for so many years ago and theyIt's mortal kombat what else would you want!!!kano was great..sub zero was a beast..the story was ok at best..but like I said it mortal kombat we here for the fighting,blood & gore this is what the true fans ask for so many years ago and they got it...i most definitely want a part 2 Expand
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MMA938Apr 23, 2021
It did what it was supposed to do....be Mortal Kombat. It has it's own story, great action and delivers. Too many people expect their "own" version of it and throw a fit when they don't get it.
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dharmaApr 23, 2021
This is probably the best video game adaptation of all time, and that's not exactly something to be proud of. This particular genre has always been problematic in the past, with loads and loads of misses instead of hits. However, by beingThis is probably the best video game adaptation of all time, and that's not exactly something to be proud of. This particular genre has always been problematic in the past, with loads and loads of misses instead of hits. However, by being relatively faithful to the video game series, along with its trademark ultra violence, Mortal Kombat has managed to break through that curse. Expand
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RoboticGentApr 23, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you go into this expecting anything on Marvel's level. well I doubt you even know what mortal Kombat is. Its just as campy as the 90s classic with my biggest complaint is the how much the second half of the movie is what everyone is here for. Personally I wish they had taken a page out of the 90s movie and just wrote a story with the expectation we know who these characters are. if it started closer to the half way point and stretched that out to 2 hours would have been better. Expand
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nobugsApr 23, 2021
Solid 8. Giving it a 10 to counter all the negative review bombing and shills. The movie is more accurate than the original film and so dont listen to negative "purists"
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beynouahApr 23, 2021
Good entertainment, fans of MK will definitely enjoy. A bit shallow story-wise. Would have enjoyed more fleshed-out characters (Kabal and Mileena). It's a solid 7/10.
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Mattsniper94Apr 23, 2021
I liked this movie. It has some problems in the storytelling buy i think it's still a great start for this franchise. What i loved the most of this film are the fatalitiess, Sub-zero, Scorpion and Liu Kang which Is my favorite mk carachterI liked this movie. It has some problems in the storytelling buy i think it's still a great start for this franchise. What i loved the most of this film are the fatalitiess, Sub-zero, Scorpion and Liu Kang which Is my favorite mk carachter and ludi lin nailed It in this film. Overall Is a good and fun film and i really Hope they're going to do sequels because they Need to continue this. SCORE: 7.5/10 Expand
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amiikaiiApr 23, 2021
Loved this adaptation of the Game. Had some real true to game moments and went from heart breaking to hilarious to brutal brilliantly. I’ve always been a massive fan of the games and the OG movies and I’m looking forward to the sequel of thisLoved this adaptation of the Game. Had some real true to game moments and went from heart breaking to hilarious to brutal brilliantly. I’ve always been a massive fan of the games and the OG movies and I’m looking forward to the sequel of this one. Can’t fault it. Expand
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Argamer12wqApr 23, 2021
This is really good ، The characters were the best they could be. The story was what we all expected. It was a fantastic show and I do not agree at all with critics who say it was a bad movie. This movie is recommended for everyone
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Nomad1490Apr 23, 2021
Great action, good acting, does the MK storyline justice, overall a good video game adaptation.
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BooquefiusApr 23, 2021
Great action scenes and awesome gore. Story is ok but its a Mortal Kombat movie. If you are expecting a compelling story you are an idiot.
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Alexz559Apr 23, 2021
This was exactly what I want from a mortal kombat movie, character design is perfect and actors just done their job well, anything is great about this movie -
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NigtmarezEndApr 23, 2021
It was decent entertainment without a whole lot of political takes. Wasn’t perfect but it will get the job done.
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jade510Apr 23, 2021
Violent escapist fun. Don’t come for the story. Liu Kang should’ve stayed the main but I’m ready for the sequel
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mrmonsterApr 23, 2021
Great action scenes, but the bland story and 1d characters left a lot to be desired.
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v1c1ousv1c2Apr 23, 2021
Don't understand the hardcore hate for this movie. It was very entertaining, could of been better. Fun movie
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woodatehisfrandApr 23, 2021
It’ll all felt like one big setup film but all too excited for a future of hyper violence. Kano, all the congrats go to you. Jax, see you bigger and badder in the next!
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ScornfulOrcApr 23, 2021
Its goddarn Mortal Kombat as a movie. Some details are missing but the fights are good and the feeling of the games is there for sure. Anyone complaining about this movie not "respecting" MK is a nerd who thinks the punching game is somehow highbrow
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Dodo_SyApr 23, 2021
The movie delivered what was promised. It definitely have enough gore to be called Mortal Kombat. The only problem was that they tried to merge an origin story and an action hero movie, so the movie took a while before it found it's footing
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j1mbo15Apr 23, 2021
Loved it. Loved the fan service. Thanks for correcting the 90s movie that ruined my childhood. This movie was awesome and my soul is now at ease... Lol
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QuazarrApr 23, 2021
The best movie that made from a video. Cool customs . Good story . Introducing new character
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NicantutanApr 23, 2021
Excellent movie! Game accurate moves and the fatalities in the movies are awesome. Please do not listen to haters and critics. For me as a gamer this is 10/10. Please make a sequel
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jmontiel916Apr 23, 2021
If you loved the original movie, you're definitely gonna love this! Me and my friends watched it, and it gave us the old with the new! Bravo! I wanna watch the next one already!
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ChazzmanarApr 23, 2021
An improvement from the original film in every way, fun, gory good time and not meant to be taken seriously and an awesome watch
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turtel_lordApr 23, 2021
The fight scenes are badass, the fight scenes were what you'd expect, gruesome and gory, the movie is pretty is slow once you hit the halfway point for awhile, but then the last 40 minutes are just straight fighting for the rest of the movie.The fight scenes are badass, the fight scenes were what you'd expect, gruesome and gory, the movie is pretty is slow once you hit the halfway point for awhile, but then the last 40 minutes are just straight fighting for the rest of the movie. Most of the characters aren't very fleshed out and are kinda bland but its not something that bothered me to much. The movie isn't for everyone so if you don't like the games/gore then this isn't one for you. Hope this helps Expand
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jessterhuy2001Apr 23, 2021
The battles take place at an extremely fast speed and are extremely bloody, cruel. The characters, however, have too little time to perform and are rather lackluster, but there are a few characters that still perform really well like kano,The battles take place at an extremely fast speed and are extremely bloody, cruel. The characters, however, have too little time to perform and are rather lackluster, but there are a few characters that still perform really well like kano, scopions, and sub zero that are great.
This is just the opening film for the next events in the Mortal Kombat timeline so it takes a lot of time and support from our fans to develop like the original game. So I rate the movie at a good level and have the ability to develop more with time and the support of the people
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BmakormickApr 23, 2021
DO NOT LISTEN TO THESE PAID CRITICS REVEIWS! I honestly whole heartedly believe that critics ruin movies for people. I thought this adaptation of Mortal Kombat was way better then the first one from back then. Granted different times, betterDO NOT LISTEN TO THESE PAID CRITICS REVEIWS! I honestly whole heartedly believe that critics ruin movies for people. I thought this adaptation of Mortal Kombat was way better then the first one from back then. Granted different times, better technology and cgi effects. Watch it for yourself. Expand
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DiamandeApr 23, 2021
Having played many of the Mortal Kombat video games over the years, seen the cheesy and visually painful older versions of Mortal Kombat movies,I couldn't been happier seeing this adaptation here come to life (Too bad I could not watch it onHaving played many of the Mortal Kombat video games over the years, seen the cheesy and visually painful older versions of Mortal Kombat movies,I couldn't been happier seeing this adaptation here come to life (Too bad I could not watch it on cinema due to COVID tho). Even tho I don't know the whole Mortal Kombat lore, I believe it was obvious that the director and the cast respected the source material and wanted to make a good film, which they did in my opinion. Great cinematography overall with beautiful landscapes, a very nice music score including the iconic soundtrack, the casting was spot on and the fighting was non stop from start to finish, exactly what you would expect to see in a Mortal Kombat movie. I will not spoil anything here because I believe, every Mortal Kombat fan or anyone who just likes fighting movies should watch it and make up their own mind. My score for the movie is easily 9/10 with only "complaint" really being that, I enjoyed it so much I could see myself watching an extra hour more, didn't want it to end. I would love to see more Mortal Kombat ovies in the future following this direction and approach. Expand
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JmbmjmbmApr 23, 2021
For me a big fan of mk it was good and it was what I was expecting . If your a fan you will love it but if your not a fan you wil not .
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Subzero95Apr 23, 2021
I loved how faithful it was to the movie bloody gory funny fun simple as that
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Kasper99Apr 23, 2021
The Mortal Kombat movie we’ve been needing. Awesome action and great Easter eggs from the game.
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aznamericanentApr 23, 2021
Great action sequences, love the gore and fatalities as we’ve been expecting. Needed more character development, but a good start on the origins of these characters we’ve grown up to play on our counsel.
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TyrlandoApr 23, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I honestly hate reading critic reviews... It's like these people literally have no idea about what makes a good movie... I give this movie a 10... I was at the edge of my seat the entire movie. Jumping at certain points because they shot out the lines at the perfect moments. The story was fantastic and stayed true to the original video game. The graphics were phenomenal and what you would expect about big Hollywood Blockbuster. The excitement in the combat scenes will have you at the edge of your seat if you are a true fan. As for the critics I have to honestly ask you if you're not a fan of the series why do you even bother watching these types of movies. If you'd rather vote on something like When Harry met Sally then watch When Harry met Sally and leave the reviews to people who actually enjoy these kinds of movies. You asked me the critics are stupid majority of them. And what pisses me off is that people actually listen to these reviews to decide whether or not they're going to watch a movie or buy a movie and it's determines whether or not we get a sequel. This movie was amazing if you enjoy mortal Kombat and you enjoy the story and the series and everything that has grown around it. If you're not somebody who enjoys this type of thing don't watch it. But don't ruin the rating so that we don't get a sequel because this was a fantastic movie and I hope to God they do a part 2. Expand
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Magig_mike7Apr 23, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's pure fan service and i love it, great characters with charisma. Great videogame movie adaptation; violent and totally stunnig. The best adaptation ever made. I cannot wait to see jonhy cage in action. Expand
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mike_sim0Apr 24, 2021
Great homage to the mortal kombat of old and new. So much potential with future adaptations with the lore. Can't wait.
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Zeke13zApr 24, 2021
Disclaimer : This is a movie made for fans of the game. You may find it difficult to follow if your not into the games, that's your fault, not the movie. Having 18 different games in the franchise you should've played one of them by now...Disclaimer : This is a movie made for fans of the game. You may find it difficult to follow if your not into the games, that's your fault, not the movie. Having 18 different games in the franchise you should've played one of them by now... This is how a game-made-movie adaptation should've been from the beginning, throwing you right into the action. This will tickle the fancy of every MK lover. The inclusion of Cole is unobtrusive to the overall MK lore while remaining true to the core of the franchise. Kano was written in very well, and cast even better. I was also surprised to see the Scorpion / Sub Zero story almost completely carried over from "Scorpions Revenge" (that's another great watch for the MK buff). With how well this sticks to the game franchise, I'm expecting a sequel.

*Quasi Spoiler*
This was clearly written to have a sequel. It's kinda clear the writers didn't want to drag the movie on.
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TheBugApr 24, 2021
This adaptation was one of the best, since it is based off a video game that has a campaign/story mode that this movie follows in style, you will not be disappointed. The way this movie tracks the characters, again like the video game, toThis adaptation was one of the best, since it is based off a video game that has a campaign/story mode that this movie follows in style, you will not be disappointed. The way this movie tracks the characters, again like the video game, to find there backstory and develop them in said storyline.
This adaptation of Mortal Kombat did everything right, especially with the fatalities.
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DwinstonApr 24, 2021
Great movie **** was a must see

Cannot wait for the sequel It’s going to be great
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JonnyTheGreatApr 29, 2021
This movie is awesome! Best fighting sequence scenes I've seen in a long while, the martial arts choreography is amazing. Sure brings back my childhood memories as a kid growing up in the 90s! I'm already grateful that film studios nowadaysThis movie is awesome! Best fighting sequence scenes I've seen in a long while, the martial arts choreography is amazing. Sure brings back my childhood memories as a kid growing up in the 90s! I'm already grateful that film studios nowadays even bother to release new entries to something so old school like Mortal Kombat and Space Jam. Gotta show support! Expand
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BarnyApr 24, 2021
lots of fun in this movie, really enjoyed it. Good with popcorn and friends, not a brainwrecker. A good prequel calling for more.
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seyonApr 24, 2021
First great game adaptation to a movie. I hope we get more of this. It's a new story with a low budget but with great image fight scenes and characterization.
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WjatApr 24, 2021
One for the fans! As someone who loved the original movies this was a well executed modern interpretation and a lot of fun!
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Cylon13Apr 25, 2021
Movie is great! Finally something without that **** LGBTQ and feminism crap! Don't listen Critics **** We want more Motal Kombat 2,3,4..
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Bats888Apr 26, 2021
Acting isn't amazing, but the fights were amazing! Liked it way more that I thoughti would and it also turned out better than I though.
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FortiapaxApr 24, 2021
Excelente película que al fin después de tantos años, le hace justicia a Mortal Kombat. Véanla y solo disfruten.
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KitsumaApr 24, 2021
It was a great mixture of character building and fun fights. There's a few good hat tilts to the original games and the characters dialog was very fitting. Also these "critics" up on here must have no idea what they are talkin about lol. BothIt was a great mixture of character building and fun fights. There's a few good hat tilts to the original games and the characters dialog was very fitting. Also these "critics" up on here must have no idea what they are talkin about lol. Both me and my roommate loved this movie and can't wait for a sequel. Expand
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kenhaksterApr 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie does go off video game cannon. But not only is if high quality it's action packed with a great story line. Expand
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Chirican1988Apr 24, 2021
Really good graphics! Wish Kitana was in this one. The storyline was kind of cheesy and felt rushed but fighting scenes made up for it.
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10
Alba8335Apr 24, 2021
This movie is so good
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DrowsyJungleApr 24, 2021
Everything I thought it should be. Lots of action, fun and fatalities. Can't wait for the sequels!
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DakemuraApr 25, 2021
Great fight scenes and special effects, needs more runnung time, main character not so charismatic.
Look forward for the sequel
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B5HARPApr 26, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As long as you do not shoot holes in the story, it's a great movie. SPOILER ALERT. The Mark represents a chosen for the tournament, but for some dumb reason Cole's mark was passed down through his bloodline, which originates with Scorpion. Everyone else has to get their mark by killing a combatant that has the mark and it transfers over. Last gripe would be the actor they chose for Raiden. Dry as a popcorn fart and very hard to understand. Okay with they bad out of the way, this film was GREAT. Seems like a prequel and there will definitely be another one, especially since there was no actual tournament in this one. Fights were amazing and they managed to bring in actual fatalities. If you're a fan of the game, then go see it. It's worth it for sure. If you're not a fan, you won't get it, so don't go. Simple as that Expand
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iscmarkiemarkApr 26, 2021
Wasn't perfect, but for the budget and a first re-entry into the series it definitely works. Raiden wasn't the same for me without Lambert's iconic voice, not to mention lackluster dialogue for his character, but fan's of the MK game seriesWasn't perfect, but for the budget and a first re-entry into the series it definitely works. Raiden wasn't the same for me without Lambert's iconic voice, not to mention lackluster dialogue for his character, but fan's of the MK game series can foreshadow what is ahead for the series and it looks promising. Expand
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DubeauApr 24, 2021
MK 2021 is actually a decent movie. The story is average. I mean the explications are sometimes pretty thin but there is a mythology aspect in it. The acting is also average but then, it's not like the actors have great lines. The FX areMK 2021 is actually a decent movie. The story is average. I mean the explications are sometimes pretty thin but there is a mythology aspect in it. The acting is also average but then, it's not like the actors have great lines. The FX are solid at least regarding the special powers. The combat and action are really good, not too cliché. The music was fine with the fights. This movie isn't for an intellectual perspective on anything but for a video games movie it does pretty well. I give it 68%. At least the story has a certain logic, until the ending where it's less logic. But yah, I guess it's there with Sonic film. Expand
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xXClutchDutchXxAug 21, 2021
A remastered cult classic. Idk why it's being ranked as a Hollywood film. What makes the original so special it the video game culture, cliché dialogue, and over the top action. This movie has that and more. It takes a small spin-off of theA remastered cult classic. Idk why it's being ranked as a Hollywood film. What makes the original so special it the video game culture, cliché dialogue, and over the top action. This movie has that and more. It takes a small spin-off of the original and modernizes it, while still giving you those small nuggets of memorabilia throughout the way. I will say the new protagonist "Cole" was not fully brought to life. His character could have been more fleshed out, but besides that, this was a solid film for a fan. Expand
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BigimpactpoochApr 24, 2021
Perfect for fans. Want a sequel. Only nitpick I had was how Sonya was written
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vcoApr 26, 2021
Simplesmente foda o começo foi foda Deu uma caiu mas recuperou muito bem, estou no aguardo da continuação.
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RealLlamaShadyApr 25, 2021
Absolute flawless victory for true fans of the game series! It pays some nice tributes including little mentions of Night Wolf, it shows Liu Kang do the bicycle kick, etc. It also gives a little more explanation of the realms!
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DarikovicApr 25, 2021
Норм кино, не без недостатков. Надеюсь на продолжение.
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ChorierApr 26, 2021
Великолепная экранизация. Хороший складный цельный сюжет, очень динамичное повествование. Отличный актерский состав и игра, а так же грим, костюмы - персонажи благодаря этому максимально узнаваемые и колоритные. Боевые сцены доставляют,Великолепная экранизация. Хороший складный цельный сюжет, очень динамичное повествование. Отличный актерский состав и игра, а так же грим, костюмы - персонажи благодаря этому максимально узнаваемые и колоритные. Боевые сцены доставляют, хореография на высоте, особенно в исполнении Таслима и Санады. Чувствуется бюджетность фильма в спецэффектах, декорациях и звуке, но это не идет фильму в минус. А вот минус бал исключительно за рваный монтаж ленты, слишком высокая частота смены ракурсов мешает рассмотреть детали. Expand
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VlavApr 25, 2021
The movie is really fun to watch! I enjoyed the movie a lot. It is very close to the game franchise, too.
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HerrLuciusApr 25, 2021
Cheesy B movie schlock and I loved every minute! Very much feels like a transplanted 80s movie.
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Taylormade655Apr 25, 2021
Good movie. I’d say it’s as good as any other MK movie. If you like MK you’ll appreciate the movie. It’s a little cheesy here and there but the story was good. The actors were definitely lesser known as well. I love how the critics are justGood movie. I’d say it’s as good as any other MK movie. If you like MK you’ll appreciate the movie. It’s a little cheesy here and there but the story was good. The actors were definitely lesser known as well. I love how the critics are just slamming this movie one after another. I’d watch another one if it came out without a doubt. I wouldn’t pay to watch it though that’s for sure. If you have HBO Max it’s worth the watch. Expand
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spintacticsApr 24, 2021
Like a Marvel flick, but more gory. Great action scenes. Great one liners. Just wished they brought Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa as Shang Tsung
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CoolingManateeJul 15, 2021
This movie was amazing can't wait for a sequel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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WizardbreakerApr 24, 2021
It may not appeal to some people, but Mortal Kombat certainly has it's charms compared to it's predecessors. The trailer certainly does not disappoint with the violence. If you enjoy the series of the same name, are a gore hound,It may not appeal to some people, but Mortal Kombat certainly has it's charms compared to it's predecessors. The trailer certainly does not disappoint with the violence. If you enjoy the series of the same name, are a gore hound, disappointed with the older movies, or have heard of the games and want to start somewhere, then this movie might appeal to you. It brings in some old-school fatalities from the older Mortal Kombat games, and adds a new one to the mix. The story might be a little disappointing but it can appeal to certain others. The music is definitely some of the best you can ever hear. Action sequences? Awesome! Overall, I would definitely recommend the movie to you. I give it a 10/10, an A+, an 5 stars, and a thumbs up. Actually, I'll give it TWO thumbs up. I definitely recommend you check it out! Expand
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TotonhaoApr 24, 2021
I really don't understand How people vote less then 10 in this movie... everything the fans want and more. I'm a child first time I played MK I and this movie brings all I could ask for. Thanks all people envolved at the production. I love you
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Resin1Apr 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mortal Kombat definitely tries to provide a storyline similar but at the same time they also try and get themselves away from the original Mortal Kombat storyline. First of all, the action is AMAZING. While it didn't exactly exceed my expectations, my expectation for the action was very high. Each character keeps their moves from the games, so its great to see them come back and with an actual budget unlike the 1995 movie. The kills in this movie are awesome as well, and to me the action is just the highlight of this movie. I also loved how faithful the kills stayed to the characters fatalities, like how Kung Lao killing Nitara is just like Lao's fatality in the game, and I love that. However as most people complain about, the plot is too different. Instead of Shang Tsung hosting a tournament, as Earth realm has to choose its best to keep their planet from being invaded by the Outworld, the tournament never even happens...its just a battle of who can kill whos champions before the tournament even starts. While this was obviously done to avoid Earth realms champions dying (other than Lao), it can still disappoint you at times. The movie does characters and casting VERY well though, the actors are fantastic and make you interested in them at times. They also change the characters up very well. Kano as most people say is the best character in the movie, or its just me. Kano will make you laugh, and its hard not to laugh at his lines. However I really wished that his death was done better, instead of being stabbed by something just like that. Blade is better, and compared to the 1995 movie Sub-Zero is given WAYYYY more time and is an entertaining villain in his fights. While Scorpion is only in for the first part (and eventually comes back to fight and kill Sub-Zero), hes still a solid character and I love his actor. But the obvious problem everyone will point out is Cole Young, who shares heritage with Sub-Zero. I thought they were going to have him turn into Scorpion or some **** but he just comes off as bland as times, like he's the main character in some Wattpad fan-fiction, as much as I hate saying it, because his weapons are cool as all hell. I'd say characters are an upgrade from the 1995 movie, costume design for SURE...but its hard to compare a big-budget film to a film like 1995 MK.

Finally I'd just give Mortal Kombat an 8/10. It's the start of a series of movies, and I think its a solid start. While there are some flaws with the plot, the soundtrack being a bit TOO forgettable, its not a bad movie. And I recommend it to action and fans of blood.
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LucastormApr 24, 2021
First time I’ve made the effort to see a film adt the cinemas. Was not disappointed. Movie did a very good job at adapting key elements of the complex lore and backstory. Loved the sub zero/scorpion plot. Loved the respect for the charactersFirst time I’ve made the effort to see a film adt the cinemas. Was not disappointed. Movie did a very good job at adapting key elements of the complex lore and backstory. Loved the sub zero/scorpion plot. Loved the respect for the characters and the universe. I look forward to seeing Bi Han return as Noob Saibot in a sequel! Expand
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WholiohApr 24, 2021
Action is solid. Shame i didnt see it in theaters. Been waiting for a long time.
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EddiealiuApr 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought the movie was very good, the fatalities were awesome. Cole was alright. This was all around a very good movie Expand
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goldensparklesApr 24, 2021
I liked it, of course, it needed time to build the story and needs the sequels to tell the full story. Was it the best? No. But can any of you people and "Critics" write a film, direct, act, produce, and edit a film???? If not then appreciateI liked it, of course, it needed time to build the story and needs the sequels to tell the full story. Was it the best? No. But can any of you people and "Critics" write a film, direct, act, produce, and edit a film???? If not then appreciate a film for its effort and have fun with it, and if you think you can do better, then let's see your attempt at filmmaking lol. Expand
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M-folleApr 24, 2021
LOVE IT yes it gore and violent but its done clean adore the start wish to see more of that actor some move and comment clearly reminds me of the game and the movie is better then the old one.Hope it gets a saga!
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RiotsteanApr 24, 2021
Just watch it and make your own opinion. If you have played the games you will enjoy it.
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ScorpionBOSSApr 24, 2021
I Really Don't Know From Where To " Start Talk " Because That Movie Was Insane & Epic AS HELL , They Introduced EveryThing About the Origin of Each Character Especially Scorpion & Sub-zero , And There is Such Deep Story On The Movie ThatI Really Don't Know From Where To " Start Talk " Because That Movie Was Insane & Epic AS HELL , They Introduced EveryThing About the Origin of Each Character Especially Scorpion & Sub-zero , And There is Such Deep Story On The Movie That makes Me Feel Super Hyped And Love To the Series of This Franchise .

I Enjoyed Watching The Movie , Thank U for Creating Such Wonderful Movie Film Who Brought back Much Love TO The Franchise .

ScorpionBOSS Signing OUT !!!
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KaylaKodyApr 24, 2021
An absolute must see! I wish I could have seen more of my favorite characters, but it looks like that's what the sequel is for.
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Vf3Apr 24, 2021
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Tempestblue22Apr 25, 2021
The mortal Kombat movie is brilliant and much much better than expected
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RockJoshApr 25, 2021
It’s not perfect, but it’s a great start for the sequels to come! Personally I liked it, but I know it’s not for everyone!
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SmoovApr 25, 2021
Great concept in making the movie following the newer games and how they change the concept of the tournament.
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gbalstadApr 25, 2021
Played every game, watched every movie. This movie has a fun, believable plot. Cast was awesome, especially Kano! Would have liked to see him and Johnny Cage fight over Sonya, bring Kano back. Sub Zero and Scorpion battle and story line wasPlayed every game, watched every movie. This movie has a fun, believable plot. Cast was awesome, especially Kano! Would have liked to see him and Johnny Cage fight over Sonya, bring Kano back. Sub Zero and Scorpion battle and story line was also epic. Thanks, MAKE MORE Expand
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Slim_CobaltApr 25, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No one goes to a movie, based off a Gory Fighting Arcade Game, to enjoy a story. Given the insane lore and retcons already established, no one can complain about continuity. They've established a theatrical universe with, hopefully, more to come. Good A$$ movie. Cringey yet satisfying references.fantastic martial arts performances. an 8/10 because of no Kitana. 9/10 for Johnny Cage. Expand
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