Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match

1/7/2025

I thought it was pretty good to be honest. The story was admittedly slower than the previous movies but the characters were well done. Johnny Cage and Ashrah being co protagonists was definitely interesting and worked surprisingly well. Also nice to see Raiden in the movie. Sareena and Shinnok being the main villains was also really cool and I liked that they added others like Kia and Jataaka. Overall it's a fun watch for a Mortal Kombat fan.

10/12/2026

"Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match" leans heavily into a nostalgic 80s Los Angeles vibe, complete with bright neon lights and a killer synthwave soundtrack. It’s a fun setup that explores Johnny Cage’s early days as a struggling actor trying to make it big. Joel McHale perfectly voices the narcissistic yet vulnerable star, bringing a natural charm that carries the movie's early moments. This fresh take on his origin story gives longtime fans something new to chew on, showing who he was before he became the savior of Earthrealm. However, the movie’s obsession with 80s parodies and satirical comedy creates a huge identity crisis. It constantly pokes fun at Hollywood clichés, but these relentless jokes quickly get tiring and strip away the dark, mystical tone that defines Mortal Kombat. Be