Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge
Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge

2020Movie80 minEnglish

After the vicious slaughter of his family by stone-cold mercenary Sub-Zero, Hanzo Hasashi is exiled to the torturous Netherrealm. There, in exchange for his servitude to the sinister Quan Chi, he’s given a chance to avenge his family – and is resurrected as Scorpion, a lost soul bent on revenge. Back on Earthrealm, Lord Raiden gathers a team of elite warriors – Shaolin monk Liu Kang, Special Forces officer Sonya Blade and action star Johnny Cage – an unlikely band of heroes with one chance to save humanity. To do this, they must defeat Shang Tsung’s horde of Outworld gladiators and reign over the Mortal Kombat tournament.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Google Users89%
Director: Ethan SpauldingGenres: Animation, Action, Fantasy, Video Game

Plot Summary

This animated film follows the legendary tournament where Earth's greatest champions face the warriors of the Outworld. Scorpion, seeking revenge for the murder of his family and clan, discovers the truth behind his ordeal and must decide whether to follow the path of vengeance or embrace his destiny as Earth's protector. The story delves into the tragic backstory of Hanzo Hasashi and his transformation into the iconic specter, Scorpion.

Critical Reception

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge received generally positive reviews, particularly from fans of the franchise. Critics praised its faithful adaptation of the game's lore, its brutal and well-animated action sequences, and its compelling character development for Scorpion. While some noted it might be too violent for general audiences, it was widely regarded as one of the best Mortal Kombat adaptations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithfulness to the Mortal Kombat lore and brutal, well-executed fight choreography.
  • Scorpion's tragic backstory and character arc are a highlight, providing emotional depth.
  • The animation style and voice acting effectively capture the spirit of the video game franchise.

Google audience: Audiences widely appreciated the film's exciting action, its connection to the beloved video game series, and the compelling narrative centered around Scorpion's quest for vengeance and justice. Many users found it to be a satisfying and brutal adaptation.

Fun Fact

The film's animation studio, Warner Bros. Animation, is also responsible for many other DC Universe animated movies, bringing a similar level of quality to this Mortal Kombat adaptation.

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james4715

james4715

My favorite Mortal Kombat movie to this day. I loved the story and all the characters. Scorpion was amazingly done and so were other characters like Liu Kang. I loved Shang Tsung and Quan Chi as the villain. I really enjoyed how they manage...
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tmdb28039023

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge gets off to a very promising start. I don’t think it’s hyperbole to call the first 10 minutes a blood orgy – I mean, a waterfall ends up literally flowing red with the blood of the dead. This is all...
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

If you're a fan of the video games, stick to them - the visuals and narrative that they deliver are still at a much higher level of sophistication than 'Mortal Kombat Legacy: Scorpion's Revenge'. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... ...