Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms (2021): Cast & Ratings
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms is a 2021 animated fantasy film directed by Ethan Spaulding, starring Fred Tatasciore as Shao Kahn (voice), Grey DeLisle and Debra Wilson. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes. Its Echo Score is 67/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 20m (80 min)
- Director
- Ethan Spaulding
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Warner Bros. Animation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms About?
The premise of Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
To protect Earthrealm from the tyrannical Shao Kahn, a team of warriors embarks on a perilous journey into Outworld. They must confront the evil warlord and his forces in a decisive tournament, the final Mortal Kombat, where the fate of their homeland hangs in the balance. The battle will test their strength and courage as they fight for survival.
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Themes & Keywords
· 38 tags- sequel
- spin off sequel
- martial arts
- graphic violence
- bloody fight
- scorpion the mortal kombat character
- norville shaggy rogers character
- gore
- tournament
- fighting skills
- invasion
- mortal kombat
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- martial arts tournament
- intense violence
- martial arts match
- martial arts team
- evil warlord
- adult animation
- mature animation
- seven word title
- fight to death
- cyrax character
- sonya blade character
- kung lao character
- raiden the mortal kombat character
- liu kang character
- johnny cage character
- jade the mortal kombat character
- jax character
- sub zero character
- kuai liang character
- kitana character
- shang tsung character
- mortal combat
- mortal combat match
- journey
- good versus evil
- martial arts action
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Cast & Characters
Fred Tatasciore leads the cast as Shao Kahn (voice), with Grey DeLisle as Kitana / Satoshi Hasashi (voice) and Debra Wilson as D'Vorah (voice). Directed by Ethan Spaulding; 18 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ethan Spaulding
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Fred Tatasciore as Shao Kahn (voice) -
Grey DeLisle as Kitana / Satoshi Hasashi (voice) - Debra Wilson as D'Vorah (voice)
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Matthew Yang King as Kung Lao (voice)
Also Starring in Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms
· 14 more- Jennifer Carpenter Sonya Blade (voice)
- Ike Amadi Jax Briggs / One Being (voice)
- Joel McHale Johnny Cage (voice)
- Jordan Rodrigues Liu Kang (voice)
- Dave B. Mitchell Raiden / Kintaro / Sektor (voice)
- Patrick Seitz Scorpion (voice)
- Robin Atkin Downes Shinnok / Reiko (voice)
- Paul Nakauchi Lin Kuei Grandmaster (voice)
- Bayardo De Murguia Sub-Zero / Kuai Liang (voice)
- Matthew Mercer Smoke / Stryker (voice)
- Artt Butler Shang Tsung / Cyrax / Shao Khan Soldier (voice)
- Matthew Lillard Shaggy (voice)
- Emily O'Brien Jade / Mother (voice)
- Kyle Wyatt Mob Leader (voice)
More from Ethan Spaulding
More films directed by Ethan Spaulding: Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match, Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge, Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge and Scooby-Doo! Return to Zombie Island.
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in rewatch factor (85) and weakest in story & flow (35).
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Echo Score Breakdown
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms delivers a visually striking experience that appeals to franchise fans, but its narrative cohesion suffers from rushed pacing and reliance on prior installments. Critics highlight strong animation and sound design, while numerous reviewers note a confusing, underdeveloped plot that hampers emotional investment. The film’s replay value remains solid for enthusiasts, yet the story’s shortcomings prevent broader acclaim, resulting in a mixed overall reception.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 75
In terms of visual and production quality, the film is frequently praised for its vivid animation and polished audio. Critics and users commend the striking color palette and dynamic fight choreography, though a few note occasional lapses in graphics fidelity. The overall craftsmanship is strong, reinforcing the movie’s appeal to fans of the game’s aesthetic.
- Character & Emotion 60
When evaluating character work, reviewers acknowledge capable performances from the core cast, especially Liu Kang's portrayal. Positive remarks focus on actor chemistry and emotive moments, yet some criticism targets missing fan‑favorite figures and limited depth for newer characters. The mixed feedback yields a moderate assessment of character and emotional resonance.
- Story & Flow 35
The narrative structure receives consistent criticism for its accelerated pacing and reliance on previous entries. Critics describe the plot as hollow, with underdeveloped beats that leave viewers disengaged. User comments reinforce this view, noting confusion for newcomers and a rushed resolution, resulting in a low score for story coherence and originality.
- Sensory Experience 80
Sensory elements such as the soundtrack, sound design, and overall visual style are widely praised. Reviewers highlight the energetic score, impactful fight sound effects, and cohesive visual motifs that capture the game’s atmosphere. While the excessive gore is noted, it aligns with the franchise’s tone, leading to a strong sensory rating.
- Rewatch Factor 85
Rewatch potential is high among fans, with many citing the film’s entertaining action set‑pieces and nostalgic references as reasons to view again. Positive feedback emphasizes fun factor and fan service, outweighing narrative flaws. Consequently, the movie scores well on lasting appeal and repeatability.
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Plot Summary
What happens in Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Following the fallout of the previous Mortal Kombat tournament, Shao Kahn, Fred Tatasciore declares an outright war on Earthrealm and pushes forward a fresh Mortal Kombat contest staged in Outworld, cast to decide once and for all who rules the realms.
Kitana, Kintaro, and D’Vorah lead the Emperor’s first wave, rallying Outworld forces to strike the Wu Shi monastery. The attack is bold and brutal, but it is met head-on by Kung Lao, Matthew Yang King, the cybernetically enhanced Jackson Briggs, and NYPD officer Sonya Blade, Jennifer Carpenter. The siege tests the resolve of Earthrealm’s defenders as the invaders push deeper into the sacred stronghold, threatening to snuff out the sanctuary that has long stood as a bulwark against darkness.
Full summary
The whole story of Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms, scene by scene
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Green Band Trailer
How Well Do You Know Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which NYPD officer defeats both D'Vorah and Li Mei in quick succession during the tournament bouts?
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms Also Known As
18 alternative titles, including “Легенды «Смертельной битвы»: Сражение миров” and “Легенды «Смертельной битвы»: Битва королевств”.
- Also known as
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- Легенды «Смертельной битвы»: Сражение миров
- Легенды «Смертельной битвы»: Битва королевств
- 真人快打传奇:天下之战
- 真人快打传奇:王国之战
- Mortal Kombat Legends - Battle of the Realms (2021)
- Легенды Мортал комбат: Битва миров
- Mortal Kombat Leyendas: La Batalla de los Reinos
- אגדות מורטל קומבט: קרב הממלכות
- Legendy Mortal Kombat: Starcie królestw
- Mortal Kombat Legends: Batalha dos Reinos
- Смертельна битва. Легенди. Битва королівств
- Huyền Thoại Rồng Đen: Cuộc Chiến Của Các Vương Quốc
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- Žūtbūtinio mūšio legendos. Pasaulių mūšis
- Mortal Kombat legende: Bitka kraljevstva
- モータルコンバットレジェンド レルムの戦い
- Mortal Kombat Legends: Bitva o říše
- 真人快打:域界之戰
- 모탈 컴뱃 레전드: 배틀 오브 랠름
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Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms?
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
When was Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms released?
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms was released on August 30, 2021.
Who directed Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms?
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms was directed by Ethan Spaulding.
More films by Ethan Spaulding Who is in the cast of Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms?
Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms stars Fred Tatasciore as Shao Kahn (voice), Grey DeLisle as Kitana / Satoshi Hasashi (voice) and Debra Wilson as D'Vorah (voice), among 18 credited actors.
Does Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms have a post-credit scene?
No. Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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