Homelander's Starr Skips Mortal Kombat 1

Antony Starr, who plays the iconic villain in "The Boys," has confirmed he will not provide the voice for Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. Read on for his exact response and fan reactions to the news.

Antony Starr Will Not Voice Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1

Fan Disappointment Following the Announcement

Responding to a fan's question on his Instagram account about voicing the character, Antony Starr gave a succinct "nope."

Excitement had been high since Mortal Kombat 1 announced Homelander as an upcoming DLC character. Starr's chilling portrayal of the antagonist in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" is widely praised and considered key to the show's success. The franchise's popularity even led to a spin-off, "Gen V," which featured a cameo from Homelander.

On November 12, 2023, Starr posted behind-the-scenes footage from the spin-off on Instagram, prompting a fan to ask if he would voice Homelander in the game. The actor's casual reply was a simple "nope."

Many fans expressed disappointment, with their level of dismay matching their admiration for Starr's performance.

Speculation About Antony Starr's Involvement

This decision marks a shift from the Mortal Kombat series' usual practice of securing original actors. Recently, J.K. Simmons reprised his role as Omni-Man for the game, having voiced the character in the "Invincible" animated series. This led many to assume Starr would do the same for Homelander.

Some fans have theorized that Starr might not be telling the truth, suggesting he could be in character by misleading the audience. Others speculate he may be bound by a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) or simply tired of the repeated questions and gave a definitive answer to end the speculation.

Fans also note that Starr is no stranger to video game voice work, having voiced Homelander for a Call of Duty collaboration in July. Given his prior experience, some remain suspicious and believe he may still be invited to participate in Mortal Kombat 1.

Only time will tell if Starr's statement is final. The community eagerly awaits further news regarding Homelander's arrival in Mortal Kombat 1.