Homelander Actor Antony Starr Not Reprising Role in Mortal Kombat 1

Antony Starr, renowned for his portrayal of the antagonist Homelander in "The Boys," has confirmed that he will not be lending his voice to the character in Mortal Kombat 1. Here's how he responded and the subsequent reactions from fans.

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

In a direct response to a fan's query on his Instagram account, Antony Starr succinctly replied "nope" to the question about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1.

The excitement among fans was palpable when Mortal Kombat 1 announced its upcoming DLC characters, including Homelander. Starr's portrayal of the villainous character in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" has been widely acclaimed, contributing significantly to the show's success. This acclaim even led to a spin-off series, "GenV," featuring a cameo by Homelander.

On November 12, 2023, Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage on Instagram, prompting a fan to inquire about his involvement in Mortal Kombat 1. His casual "nope" response left many fans disheartened, given their appreciation for his performance.

The disappointment among fans reflects their high regard for Starr's portrayal of the character.

Speculations Surrounding Antony Starr

This development marks a departure from Mortal Kombat's tradition of featuring original voice actors. For instance, J.K. Simmons reprised his role as Omni-Man from the "Invincible" series in Mortal Kombat 1, leading fans to expect the same for Homelander and Starr.

Some fans speculate that Starr might be misleading them, possibly channeling Homelander's deceitful nature. Others suggest that contractual obligations, like NDAs, might prevent him from confirming his involvement. There's also a theory that Starr's response was an attempt to end the constant inquiries about his participation.

Furthermore, fans noted that Starr has previously voiced Homelander in a Call of Duty collaboration, adding to the speculation that he might still be involved with Mortal Kombat 1.

As we await further updates, the gaming community remains hopeful and curious about the final casting for Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1.