Highlights
- Warner Bros. Animation rejected the idea of a DC vs. Mortal Kombat crossover movie, despite recent successful Mortal Kombat films sparking anticipation among fans.
- Jeremy Adams, who has worked on both franchises, proposed the crossover but was rebuffed. However, he remains hopeful for its realization and would love to be involved in the project.
- A DC and Mortal Kombat crossover holds boundless potential and has been proven feasible in the past with games like Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe and Injustice. Fans eagerly anticipate the day these iconic worlds unite in an epic project. #DCMortalKombatCrossover
Warner Bros. Animation was pitched an animated DC vs. MortalKombat movie, but unfortunately, the idea of two powerhouse franchises coming together for a feature-length film was rejected.
Recent MortalKombat films like Scorpion'sRevenge and Battle of the Realms, written by Jeremy Adams, have sparked anticipation for a crossover with Batman. It's unsurprising, as Adams has worked on both franchises, providing a potential avenue for a thrilling collision of these iconic worlds.
In an interview with ComicBook.com, Adams noted that he and his team proposed a Mortal Kombat and DC crossover, but it was rejected. Despite this setback, Adams remains hopeful for the project's realization, as he finds the idea incredibly exciting. Adams stated, "I would lower your expectations. I don't know if they have any plans to do more. I do know that we pitched that a while ago, but it was kind of rebuffed." During the discussion, Adams clarified that he would love to be involved with the project because. He added, "Well, I think at the end of the day, I don't know if they're ever going to do anymore. I hope they do, and I hope they call me to be involved. That would be great because I love it. But I don't know. I don't know. I think it would be cool though. Trust me, I would love to see a DC Mortal Kombat. That would be super, super cool."
With boundless potential, a DC and Mortal Kombat crossover holds exciting prospects, and fans remain hopeful for its realization. The 2008 game Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe and the Injustice games featuring Mortal Kombat cameos prove this collaboration's feasibility. Fans eagerly anticipate the day when both universes unite in an epic project that will undoubtedly captivate audiences with its thrilling combination.
Both franchises have a lot in store for their fans. A sequel to the 2021 film Mortal Kombat is in development, while the DC franchise is experiencing changes with James Gunn's DCU reboot. According to a recent report, the current Justice League cast is not expected to return for the new universe led by Gunn and Peter Safran. Fans of the universe eagerly wait for future projects to be released and blow their minds away.
Source: ComicBook