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Mortal Kombat

1995·Movie
1h 41min·PG-13
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Metacritic597.0Rotten Tomatoes44%58%

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A , fantasy movie: , .

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Nothing in this world has prepared you for this.

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.
Campy Video Game AdaptationNostalgic 90s ActionHigh-Octane Martial ArtsGrotesque ViolenceIconic SoundtrackB-Movie CharmFantasy TournamentCult Classic Status

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Directed by:
Paul W. S. Anderson
Written by:
Kevin Droney
Produced by:
Lawrence Kasanoff
Composed by:
George S. Clinton

Sequels and Prequels

Mortal Kombat
Mortal Kombat (1995)
GoodWatch score 56
Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997)
GoodWatch score 21

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Questions about Mortal Kombat

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Where can I stream Mortal Kombat?

HBO Max

In the United States, Mortal Kombat streams on HBO Max. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 58 other countries.

Is Mortal Kombat worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 59). Audiences rate it higher (62 out of 100) than critics (52).

Is there a sequel to Mortal Kombat?

  1. Mortal Kombat (1995)
  2. Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997)

Yes: it's movie 1 of 2 in its series, followed by Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997).

Is Mortal Kombat okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Can I half-watch Mortal Kombat?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Mortal Kombat plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: spectacle (7 of 10) and intrigue (5 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Was Mortal Kombat a box office hit?

Budget$18 million
Box office$122 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $18 million to make and earned $122 million worldwide, 6.8 times its budget.