How should the Mortal Kombat franchise address continuity in future films?
Why 'Mortal Kombat II' Ignores Most of the Events of the First Film
The decision to largely ignore the events of the first 'Mortal Kombat' film in its sequel has been a topic of debate among fans. The original 'Mortal Kombat' (1995) established key characters like Liu Kang, Johnny Cage, and Scorpion, along with the overarching conflict between Earthrealm and Outworld. However, 'Mortal Kombat II' (1997) took a different direction, focusing on new characters and plotlines that did not directly follow from the first film's ending. This divergence has led to questions about how future installments should handle continuity, especially as the franchise attempts to balance nostalgia with fresh content.
Options
- Reset the timeline for each movie
- Build directly on the previous film's events
- Mix in elements from both films' storylines
- Create an alternate universe for every sequel