Warner Bros has surprised fans by dropping a fake trailer for Uncaged Fury, a fictional 1990s action movie starring Johnny Cage, played by Karl Urban in the upcoming Mortal Kombat II. The spoof trailer is part of a clever marketing campaign to build excitement before the official Mortal Kombat II trailer released on July 17, 2025.
The fake trailer mimics classic straight-to-VHS martial arts films, packed with over-the-top action, slow-motion explosions, and cheesy one-liners. It even includes fake posters for other Johnny Cage movies like Cool Hand Cage, Hard to Cage, and Rebel Without a Cage.
What Is Uncaged Fury?
Uncaged Fury is a fake movie trailer created as a fun promotional stunt for Mortal Kombat II. The trailer shows Johnny Cage fighting goons in a warehouse, dodging a rocket launcher, and delivering his signature catchphrase, “Showtime!”
The trailer opens with a dramatic voiceover:
“They p**sed him off… They messed with his shades… They should’ve brought more guys.”
Fans loved the nostalgic throwback to 90s action films, with references to stars like Jean-Claude Van Damme and Steven Seagal. The only hint of Mortal Kombat is a quick flash of the game’s logo at the end.
Karl Urban’s Role as Johnny Cage
Karl Urban joins the Mortal Kombat franchise as Johnny Cage, a washed-up action star recruited to fight in the deadly tournament. The official Mortal Kombat II trailer shows Cage reluctant to join but eventually stepping up to save Earthrealm.
Urban’s casting was initially met with skepticism, but the fake trailer proves he perfectly captures Cage’s cocky, over-the-top personality. His performance has already won over fans, with many calling it a perfect fit.
Mortal Kombat II Plot and Returning Characters
The sequel follows the 2021 reboot, continuing the battle between Earthrealm and Outworld. Returning characters include:
- Cole Young (Lewis Tan)
- Scorpion (Hiroyuki Sanada)
- Sub-Zero (Joe Taslim)
- Sonya Blade (Jessica McNamee)
- Liu Kang (Ludi Lin)
- Jax (Mehcad Brooks)
- Raiden (Tadanobu Asano)
Newcomers include Kitana (Adeline Rudolph), Shao Kahn (Martyn Ford), and Quan Chi (Damon Herriman). The film will focus more on the tournament itself, with a scoreboard tracking wins and losses.
Watch the official trailer of mortal combat 2 below.
Fan Reactions to the Fake Trailer
The Uncaged Fury trailer quickly went viral, with fans praising Warner Bros for the creative marketing. Some reactions from social media:
“This is the best fake trailer I’ve ever seen. Karl Urban IS Johnny Cage!”
“The 90s action movie parody is spot-on. I’d watch Uncaged Fury for real!”
“Warner Bros nailed it with this promo. Can’t wait for Mortal Kombat II!”
When Does Mortal Kombat II Release?
Mortal Kombat II hits theaters on October 24, 2025. The official trailer is now available, showcasing more brutal fights, fatalities, and Johnny Cage’s hilarious one-liners.
Also read: Mortal Kombat 2 Introduces Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, with Kitana and Shao Kahn Joining the Battle
Credits: Information gathered from Warner Bros announcements, IGN, Hindustan Times, and fan reactions on social media.
