Antony Starr, who portrays the antagonist in "The Boys," has confirmed he will not voice the character in Mortal Kombat 1. Discover his response and how fans are reacting to the news.
Antony Starr Confirmed Not Voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1
Fans Express Disappointment Over the Announcement
In the comments section of his Instagram post, Antony Starr replied to a fan’s question about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1 with a simple "nope."
Fans had been highly enthusiastic when Mortal Kombat 1 announced its upcoming DLC characters, which included Homelander. Starr’s portrayal of the villain in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" has earned widespread acclaim, with many crediting him for the show's success. The popularity of the series also led to a spin-off, "Gen V," featuring a cameo appearance by Homelander.
On November 12, 2023, Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage from the show on his Instagram account. This prompted a fan to ask whether he would voice Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1, to which Starr casually responded "nope."
The news left many fans disappointed, with reactions reflecting their appreciation for Starr’s compelling performance as the villain.
Speculations Around Antony Starr's Involvement
This decision marks a departure from Mortal Kombat’s usual approach of honoring original characters. A recent example is Omni-Man, the latest playable character, who is voiced by J.K. Simmons—the same actor who portrayed him in the adult animated series "Invincible." Given this precedent, many fans had assumed Starr would reprise his role as Homelander.
Some have speculated that Starr may not be revealing the full story, suggesting he could be deliberately misleading fans in character. Others believe he might be bound by a non-disclosure agreement, or that he grew tired of repeated questions and provided a quick answer to end the speculation.
Additionally, fans note that Starr is no stranger to video game voice acting, having previously reprised his role for a Call of Duty collaboration in July. Given his prior experience, many remain hopeful that he will eventually join the Mortal Kombat 1 cast.
Only time will reveal the truth behind Starr’s statement. For now, fans eagerly await further updates regarding Homelander’s inclusion in Mortal Kombat 1.
