Mortal Kombat (1995)

Theatrical - Wide 1995-08-18

Cast Christopher Lambert Robin Shou Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Linden Ashby Bridgette Wilson Talisa Soto Trevor Goddard Chris Casamassa Francois Petit Keith Cooke Hakim Alston Kenneth Edwards
Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson
Written by Ed Boon John Tobias Kevin Droney

Synopsis

For nine generations, Shang Tsung, and evil sorcerer, has led a powerful prince to victory against his mortal enemies. Should he win the tenth Mortal Kombat tournament, the darkness and despair that has flourished in his Outworld will reign over Earth forever. Now, guided into battle by a mighty and powerful God, three human warriors must delve deep within their souls to discover the power they need to conquer a host of insurmountable events and superhuman foes.

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