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Mortal Kombat

2021·Movie
1h 50min·R
IMDb6.1Metacritic446.2Rotten Tomatoes55%71%

Where to watch

HBO MaxYouTube TV

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Your score

Mortal Kombat fingerprint

Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Epic and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Wonder6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Fantasy, games, and pop culture

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality3
  • Rewatchability3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction5
  • Acting5
  • Intrigue5

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

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Crew

Directed by:
Simon McQuoid, P.J. Voeten, Chris Webb
Written by:
Oren Uziel, David Callaham, Greg Russo
Produced by:
James Wan, Rich Delia, Todd Garner
Composed by:
Benjamin Wallfisch, James Ashton, Phil Heywood

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Mortal Kombat

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Mortal Kombat legally?

HBO MaxYouTube TV

Mortal Kombat is included with a subscription to YouTube TV and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Mortal Kombat worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 44). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mortal Kombat rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Mortal Kombat?

1 h 50 min

Mortal Kombat runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Mortal Kombat based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

Do critics and audiences agree on Mortal Kombat?

Critics50
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Mortal Kombat higher (65) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Mortal Kombat a box office hit?

Budget$20 million
Box office$84 million

Yes. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $84 million worldwide, 4.2 times its budget.

What language is Mortal Kombat in?

EnglishJapaneseChinese

It was made in English, with some Japanese, Chinese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Mortal Kombat?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mortal Kombat in 122 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mortal Kombat use?

Sorting Algorithm of EvilInstant ExpertAdaptational Angst UpgradeBizarre and Improbable BallisticsCame Back StrongMade of IronXtreme Kool LetterzThe Unchosen OneAdaptational Superpower ChangeHate SinkActor AllusionBreath Weaponand 159 more

TV Tropes lists 171 storytelling tropes for Mortal Kombat, including Sorting Algorithm of Evil, Instant Expert, Adaptational Angst Upgrade.