Antony Starr Won't Play Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1

Antony Starr, renowned for his portrayal of the villainous Homelander in "The Boys," has confirmed that he will not be lending his voice to the character in Mortal Kombat 1. Dive into the details of his response and the reactions from fans.

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

Fans Express Disappointment

In response to a fan's query on Instagram, Antony Starr succinctly answered "nope" when asked about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. This revelation came after much anticipation, as the game had announced Homelander as part of its upcoming DLC characters. Starr's portrayal of Homelander in "The Boys" has been widely acclaimed, contributing significantly to the show's success, which also led to the creation of the spin-off "GenV," featuring a cameo by the character.

Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage from "The Boys" on his Instagram on November 12, 2023, which sparked the question about his involvement in Mortal Kombat 1. His straightforward "nope" left fans visibly disappointed, reflecting their high regard for his performance as the villain.

The disappointment among fans underscores the impact of Starr's portrayal on their expectations for the game.

Speculations About Antony Starr's Involvement

This news marks a significant departure from the tradition of the Mortal Kombat series, which often seeks to include or honor the original actors of characters. For instance, the recently released character Omni-Man is voiced by J.K. Simmons, who originally voiced the character in the "Invincible" series. This precedent led fans to expect the same for Homelander and Starr.

Speculation abounds among fans, with some theorizing that Starr might be misleading them as part of his character's persona, or that he may be bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Others suggest he might have simply grown tired of the constant inquiries and provided a definitive answer to put an end to them.

Adding to the speculation, fans note that Starr has previously voiced Homelander in a collaboration with Call of Duty in July, indicating his willingness to engage in video game voice acting. This history fuels the belief among some that he might still be involved with Mortal Kombat 1.

As the gaming community awaits further updates, the truth behind Starr's involvement with Mortal Kombat 1 remains to be seen. Fans are eagerly anticipating more news on Homelander's role in the game.