Karl Urban is playing Johnny Cagein the upcoming movieMortal Kombat 2, and the character has starred in a fake action movie trailer ahead of the actual trailer for the video game adaptation. Although Johnny Cage wasn’t in the first film, Karl Urban’s character is set to play a major role inMortal Kombat 2, as is proven by this fake piece of action movie promotional material.
Thetrailer is for a fake in-universe movie titledUncaged Fury, which is a corny action film starring Johnny Cage. The teaser shows Cage fighting several goons in a warehouse, with an epic voiceover explaining that Cage is seeking revenge after the criminals “pissed him off” and “f*cked with his shades.”
Cage manages to easily knock out the goons before a bazooka is fired at him, with him leaping over the missile. The teaser also shows off some ofCage’s past in-universe movies, with it naming fake New Line Cinema filmsCool Hand Cage,Hard to Cage, andRebel Without a Cage.
What The Fake Johnny Cage Movie Teaser Means For Mortal Kombat 2
How The Movie Is Handling Cage So Far
This Johnny Cage teaser trailer is perfect for the characterahead ofMortal Kombat 2’s release, proving that the sequel is adapting some of Cage’s best qualities. In theMortal Kombatvideo games, Johnny Cage is a Hollywood action star who stars in similarly cheesy action movies, andMortal Kombat 2has taken this premise and ran with it.
The teaser’s release also proves that Johnny Cage will most likely be at the center ofMortal Kombat 2’s marketing campaign. While he isn’t the main character, he is a recognizable fighter and the sequel’s big new addition. Plus,Karl Urban is a big name thanks to his success onThe Boys, meaning that the actor’s presence might draw some new fans in.
Our Take On Mortal Kombat 2’s Handling Of Johnny Cage
Karl Urban Has Done A Great Job As Cage
While someMortal Kombatfans were hesitant upon news breaking of Karl Urban’s casting, this teaser proves that he is right for the role. Although we have only seen one side of Johnny Cage so far, Urban has perfectly pulled off the schlocky martial arts attitude of Cage’s movies, which is a tricky balance to find.
The upcomingMortal Kombat 2trailer will probably show off more of Johnny Cage outside of his movie star persona, which will provide a better look at Urban’s performance. However,Mortal Kombat 2has given a successful first look at Johnny Cage, one that is sure to please fans and intrigue newcomers to the franchise.
