# Is Mortal Kombat II the flawless victory fans were hoping for?

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Podcast: [Popcorn Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/popcorn-podcast-640780)
Published: 2026-05-10T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/popcornpodcast/episodes/mortal-kombat-ii-review
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Our Mortal Kombat II review is here, with content creator and Mortal Kombat expert and Movie Nerds Founder, Ryan Adams. Johnny Cage, Sonya Blade and Kano are pitted against one another in the ultimate battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders. Sounds exciting, right? Well buckle up as Tim and Ryan examine the origins of the Mortal Kombat game and whether this highly anticipated sequel gets it right. From its IMAX release to the tight action, stunts and set pieces, this chat is a flawless victory example of how a film can be a hit for one and a misfire for another. More Popcorn: Karl Urban, Jessica McNamee and Josh Lawson on improv battles, strong female characters and Voldemort’s nutsack? Mortal Kombat II director Simon McQuoid on his made for IMAX sequel and the tournament’s dirty fighting Know someone who loves movies? Please share  Popcorn Podcast  with your friends. Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air by  shouting Leigh and Tim a movie snack . Visit  popcornpodcast.com  for movie reviews, celebrity interviews and giveaways. Popcorn Podcast interviews the biggest stars on YouTube:  Popcorn Podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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