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Mortal Kombat II, the video game adaptation starring Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, opened with a global box office haul of $63 million across its opening weekend, comprising $40 million domestically and $23 million internationally. The film performed strongest in North American theaters, though it has not yet launched in several major international markets, suggesting potential for additional growth.
Produced on an $80 million budget, Mortal Kombat II is tracking toward significantly outperforming its 2021 predecessor, which earned $84.4 million globally. However, that comparison carries context—the original Mortal Kombat film faced the headwinds of pandemic-related cinema restrictions and concurrent HBO Max streaming availability, both of which suppressed theatrical revenue.
With strong domestic performance and international expansion still forthcoming, Mortal Kombat II appears positioned for a solid theatrical run, though its ultimate financial success will largely depend on how the film sustains audience interest beyond its opening weekend and performance in yet-to-open markets.