Mortal Kombat

1995 · 101 min · EN · PG-13 · 5.9 (2,690 votes)

Dir. Paul W. S. Anderson · Starring Robin Shou, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Linden Ashby, Bridgette Wilson, Christopher Lambert, Talisa Soto · Music George S. Clinton · Mortal Kombat Collection

“Nothing in this world has prepared you for this.”

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For nine generations an evil sorcerer has been victorious in hand-to-hand battle against his mortal enemies. If he wins a tenth Mortal Kombat tournament, desolation and evil will reign over the multiverse forever. To save Earth, three warriors must overcome seemingly insurmountable odds, their own inner demons, and superhuman foes.

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This is a high-octane, gloriously campy martial arts fantasy. It feels like a Saturday morning cartoon brought to life with pulsing techno beats and over-the-top supernatural showdowns. Expect a rush of adrenaline, iconic characters, and a distinct 90s charm that’s pure, unadulterated fun.

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