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Talha Sonmez
Arrow Video is tapping straight into 90s nostalgia with the Mortal Kombat Kollection. This two-film set brings the original big-screen adaptations roaring back in newly restored 4K UHD. For fans of the franchise, or anyone who remembers the era of arcade cabinets and techno soundtracks, this release is more than just a reissue. It is a full-scale restoration and celebration.
[Pre-orders are now live across the UK](https://amzn.to/4lWefV4), with prices starting at £34.99 for the 4K UHD edition and £29.99 for Blu-ray. The set is scheduled to land on June 29, 2026.
A Cult Classic, Revisited
When Mortal Kombat hit cinemas in 1995, it did something few video game adaptations had managed at the time. It worked. Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, the film combined martial arts action with fantasy elements and a now-iconic electronic soundtrack. The result was fast, energetic, and unapologetically fun.
Two years later, Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, directed by John R. Leonetti, was released. The sequel pushed things further, expanding the mythology into a full-scale battle between realms. Bigger, louder, and more chaotic, it leaned fully into the franchise’s over-the-top identity.
Together, these films helped cement Mortal Kombat as a cultural force beyond gaming, bringing characters like Liu Kang, Sonya Blade, and Raiden into the mainstream.
What’s New in This Collection
Arrow Video’s release is built around fresh 4K restorations sourced from the original camera negatives. Both films are presented in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision, offering a noticeable upgrade in clarity, colour, and contrast while preserving the original look.
Audio also gets careful treatment, with original DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround and lossless stereo tracks included. Optional English subtitles are available for accessibility.
This is not just about picture quality. The physical presentation leans heavily into collector appeal:
• A perfect-bound booklet with new essays by Simon Ward and John Torrani
• Reversible sleeves with original and newly commissioned artwork by Matt Griffin
• Two double-sided foldout posters
It feels designed for fans who still value physical media as something to own, not just stream.
Deep Dive Bonus Features
Each film comes with a substantial set of extras, mixing archival material with newly produced interviews and commentaries.
Mortal Kombat (1995)
• New audio commentary by Paul W.S. Anderson
• Additional commentary with Dave Baxter
• New interviews with Linden Ashby, John R. Leonetti, Lawrence Kasanoff, and Tom Woodruff
• Behind-the-scenes featurettes and on-set footage
• Trailers and image gallery
Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997)
• Commentary by John R. Leonetti
• Additional commentary with Dave Baxter
• New interviews with Musetta Vander, George S. Clinton, and J.J. Perry
• On-set material, trailer, and gallery
The emphasis here is on context. These features give insight into how the films were made, how they fit into 90s cinema, and why they still hold a place in fan culture today.
Release Details at a Glance
• Studio: Arrow Video
• Directors: Paul W.S. Anderson, John R. Leonetti
• Cast: Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Linden Ashby, Robin Shou
• Run Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
• Discs: 2
• Release Date: June 29, 2026
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Why This Release Matters
The Mortal Kombat Kollection is not just a nostalgia play. It reflects how far physical media has come, especially for cult titles that once felt disposable. Arrow Video treats these films with the same care often reserved for prestige cinema, giving them a new life for both longtime fans and newcomers.
For those who grew up with the franchise, this set captures a very specific energy. Loud, stylised, slightly chaotic, and completely sincere. For everyone else, it offers a chance to see how one of gaming’s most controversial franchises made its mark on film history.
Either way, this release proves that the spirit of 90s action cinema is still very much alive.
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