Mortal Kombat III: Script in Progress After NYCC 2025

Mortal Kombat III Confirmed at NYCC 2025

It’s official: a Mortal Kombat III is on the way!

During the New York Comic Con 2025 panel for the upcoming Mortal Kombat II, screenwriter Jeremy Slater revealed that he is currently writing the script for the third movie. Slater stated, "Our friends at New Line and Warner Bros. are so happy with this movie... they’ve already hired me to start writing the next installment."

What’s Next for Mortal Kombat?

Before diving deeper into Mortal Kombat III, fans can look forward to Mortal Kombat II, which is set to release on May 16, 2026. This date has been pushed back from its original fall 2025 slot. Director Simon McQuoid commented on the delay, calling the film a "victim of its own success" after positive feedback from test screenings. He noted, "Every time people have seen this movie, it gained momentum. We’ve created a massive summer blockbuster."

Returning Cast and Crew

The panel featured cast members Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Tati Gabrielle, and Martyn Ford, who portray critical characters like Johnny Cage, Kitana, Jade, and Shao Kahn, respectively. They’ll be joining a returning cast from the first film, including Lewis Tan, Hiroyuki Sanada, Jessica MacNamee, and Joe Taslim.

Sneak Peek at Mortal Kombat II

In addition to the exciting announcement of Mortal Kombat III, the panel showcased a behind-the-scenes look and the first fight scene featuring Baraka and Johnny Cage. This scene hints at an alliance with familiar faces, including Liu Kang, Sonya, and Jax.

Get ready for the return of this iconic franchise.

Source: IGN

Mortal Kombat II writer Jeremy Slater reveals work has begun on a third film! #nycc pic.twitter.com/m5XD60ooej

— IGN (@IGN) October 11, 2025

The cast and crew of Mortal Kombat II is in the room at #NYCC! Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/Jbj1qdQl99

— IGN (@IGN) October 11, 2025