Antony Starr Won't Return as Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1

Antony Starr, renowned for his portrayal of the antagonist in "The Boys," has confirmed that he will not be voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. Dive into his response and the fans' reactions below.

Mortal Kombat 1’s Homelander Will Not Be Voiced by Antony Starr

Fans Express Disappointment

In a recent interaction on his Instagram account, Antony Starr succinctly responded "nope" to a fan's query about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. This news came as a shock to many, as fans were eagerly anticipating Starr's involvement following the announcement of Homelander as part of the game's upcoming DLC characters.

Starr's portrayal of Homelander in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" has been widely acclaimed, contributing significantly to the show's success. This success led to a spin-off titled "GenV," where Homelander made a cameo appearance. On November 12, 2023, Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage on Instagram, prompting a fan to ask about his role in Mortal Kombat 1, to which he responded with a simple "nope."

The disappointment among fans was palpable, reflecting their high regard for Starr's performance as the iconic villain.

Speculations and Theories

This decision marks a significant deviation from the Mortal Kombat series' tradition of featuring original voice actors. For instance, the recent addition of Omni-Man, voiced by J.K. Simmons, who originally voiced the character in the "Invincible" series, set a precedent that many expected Starr to follow.

Some fans speculate that Starr might be misleading them, perhaps embodying Homelander's deceptive nature. Others believe he might be bound by NDAs that prevent him from confirming his involvement. There's also a theory that Starr might have simply wanted to put an end to the constant inquiries.

Adding to the speculation, fans noted that Starr has previously lent his voice to Homelander for a Call of Duty collaboration in July, suggesting that his experience in video game voice acting could still lead to his involvement in Mortal Kombat 1.

As we await further updates, the gaming community remains hopeful yet uncertain about Starr's role in Mortal Kombat 1. Only time will reveal the truth behind his "nope" and what the future holds for Homelander in the game.