Antony Starr Won't Play Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1

Antony Starr, renowned for his chilling portrayal of Homelander in the satirical superhero series "The Boys," has confirmed he will not be voicing the character in the upcoming DLC for 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 Are Disappointed At The News

In a straightforward response on Instagram, Antony Starr dashed fans' hopes by simply replying "nope" to a query about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. The anticipation was high when Mortal Kombat 1 announced its DLC characters, including Homelander, who Starr brings to life in "The Boys." His compelling performance has not only captivated audiences but also contributed significantly to the show's success, which has even led to a spin-off titled "GenV" featuring a cameo by Homelander.

Starr's behind-the-scenes footage shared on November 12, 2023, sparked the question from a curious fan, leading to his succinct denial.

The disappointment among fans was palpable, reflecting their admiration for Starr's portrayal of the iconic villain.

Speculations Surrounding Antony Starr

This decision marks a notable deviation from Mortal Kombat's tradition of featuring original voice actors, as seen with J.K. Simmons reprising his role as Omni-Man from the "Invincible" series. Fans had naturally assumed Starr would follow suit.

Speculation abounds, with some fans theorizing that Starr might be misleading them, perhaps channeling Homelander's deceptive nature. Others suggest he may be bound by non-disclosure agreements or simply tired of repeated inquiries, prompting his straightforward answer.

There's also the fact that Starr has previously voiced Homelander in a Call of Duty collaboration, fueling further speculation that he might yet be involved with Mortal Kombat 1.

As the community eagerly awaits further developments, only time will reveal whether Starr's response was indeed the final word on his involvement with Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1.