Mortal Kombat II Pushed Back to May 15, 2026 — Official X Post Sparks Fan Backlash
Mortal Kombat II has been moved from its planned October release to May 15, 2026, the film’s official X account announced. The studio posted a short message explaining the change and fans immediately reacted on social media.
- The film’s release date is now May 15, 2026.
- The official announcement came from the movie’s X account, which included a brief statement.
- Fans responded on X after the announcement.
- Trailer view counts have been reported on Warner Bros.’ channel and in a separate Deadline report.
Delay details
The film, which had been scheduled for release this October, will now arrive in theaters on May 15, 2026. The announcement was posted on the movie’s official X account and included the line: “The tournament demands a new time and place, worthy of its spectacle. Mortal Kombat II – only in theaters May 15, 2026.”
https://twitter.com/MKMovie/status/1961557439574413342
Fan reaction
After the announcement, users on X posted responses expressing disappointment and surprise. One example of the fan response was shared publicly on X shortly after the studio’s post.
7 months?! TF IS HAPPENING THAT IT NEEDS TO BE DELAYED SO LONG?!! pic.twitter.com/VvBQEcNyll
— ItzCRUZYBaby (@ItzCRUZYBaby) August 29, 2025
Trailer views and reporting
Warner Bros.’ official channel has logged more than 11 million views for the film’s first trailer. In addition, a Deadline report says the trailer has been viewed more than 117 million times across various YouTube repost channels and social platforms.
Studio wording
The film’s account framed the change with the phrase: “The tournament demands a new time and place, worthy of its spectacle. Mortal Kombat II – only in theaters May 15, 2026.”
Polygon has reached out to Warner Bros. for comment and will update when a response is available.
