Antony Starr, who portrays the iconic villain Homelander in "The Boys," has confirmed he won't provide the character's voice in Mortal Kombat 1. Discover his response and how fans are reacting.
Mortal Kombat 1’s Homelander Won’t Feature Antony Starr’s Voice
Fan Reactions Mirror Disappointment
When asked by a fan on Instagram whether he would voice Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1, Starr responded simply: "Nope."
The announcement of Homelander as a DLC character for Mortal Kombat 1 initially thrilled fans. Starr's chilling portrayal of this charismatic supervillain in Amazon's "The Boys" has earned widespread acclaim, with many crediting his performance as key to the show's success. The franchise even expanded with spin-off "Gen V," featuring Starr's cameo appearance.
Following Starr's November 12, 2023 Instagram post showcasing behind-the-scenes footage from the show, one curious fan inquired about his Mortal Kombat 1 involvement - receiving that blunt two-letter reply.
This revelation disappointed numerous fans who had hoped to experience Starr's signature vocal performance in the fighting game.
Why Isn’t Starr Voicing Homelander?
This decision breaks from Mortal Kombat's tradition of featuring original actors. Recent DLC character Omni-Man retained J.K. Simmons' voice from "Invincible," leading fans to expect similar treatment for Homelander.
Some theories speculate Starr might be deceiving fans - either maintaining character persona or bound by confidentiality agreements. Others suggest he may have grown tired of constant inquiries.
Fans note Starr's previous video game work, having voiced Homelander in July's Call of Duty crossover. This history with game voice acting leaves some hopeful he might still appear in Mortal Kombat 1.
As we await official confirmation, the mystery surrounding Homelander's Mortal Kombat debut continues.
