Its success birthed its sequel,Mortal Kombat 2, which arrives in 2025 with a theatrical release.

Speaking withThe Direct, Lawson teased what fans can expect from his beloved character whenMortal Kombat 2arrives in theaters.

And you know,death alters you.

Josh Lawson as Kano bloodied, bruised, and looking grim in 2021’s Mortal Kombat

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So yeah, prepare yourselves for a Kano 2.0.

Descended fromHiroyuki Sanada’s Scorpion, the fighter was a target of forces who sought to dominate Earthrealm.

We have a good friend of mine, Adeline [Rudolph], who’s playing Kitana.

Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion wrapped in fiery aura in 2021’s Mortal Kombat

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Martyn Ford is playing Shao Khan.

There’s a tournament in this one.

That’s all I can say before they get mad at me.

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I’m very excited for fans to see it."

Mortal Kombat 2is scheduled to be theatrically released on October 24, 2025.

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Headshot Of Adeline Rudolph

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