Mortal Kombat 2 release date postponed to spring 2026

Warner Bros. has decided to postpone the premiere of the film adaptation of the cult fighting game series from October 24, 2025 to May 15, 2026. According to the Deadline portal, the change in dates is due to strategic considerations - the fall period turned out to be overloaded with competing projects, while the spring release could bring in more significant box office receipts.

It is important to note that the postponement is not related to the quality of the film - test screenings were successful, and reshoots are not planned. The film is a continuation of the 2021 film adaptation and maintains continuity with the original game franchise. The seven-month delay will allow the studio to optimize the marketing campaign and avoid competition with other major releases of the fall 2025 season.