Andrew Schulz Challenges ‘Mortal Kombat’ Cast: ‘They Only Care About Money’
In a spirited exchange during the Game Awards, comedian Andrew Schulz, who stars as Dan Hibiki in the upcoming “Street Fighter” film, boldly challenged the cast of “Mortal Kombat 2.” His remarks ignited a playful rivalry between the two franchises. Schulz’s comment suggested that the “Mortal Kombat” team didn’t attend the event because “they only care about money,” unlike his own cast, who he claimed genuinely values their fan base.
Schulz’s Playful Provocation
During the Game Awards, Schulz took the stage with a lineup of “Street Fighter” cast members, including Noah Centineo (Ken), Jason Momoa (Blanka), and Callina Liang (Chun-Li). As these actors began to share their excitement for the game franchise, Schulz interjected, leading to laughter and applause from the audience. He declared the importance of fans in their success, prior to humorously claiming the absence of the “Mortal Kombat 2” cast.
Cast and Crew of Upcoming Films
The cast of “Street Fighter” is enriched with a diverse range of actors, including:
- Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki
- Noah Centineo as Ken
- Andrew Koji as Ryu
- Callina Liang as Chun-Li
- Jason Momoa as Blanka
- Roman Reigns as Akuma
- David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
- Cody Rhodes as Guile
- Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim
- Orville Peck as Vega
- Olivier Richters as Zangief
- Rayna Vallandingham as Juli
- Mel Jarnson as Cammy
The “Mortal Kombat 2” cast mirrors this star-studded lineup, featuring Karl Urban (Johnny Cage), Adeline Rudolph (Kitana), and Hiroyuki Sanada (Scorpion), among others.
Response from “Mortal Kombat” Producer
The light-hearted jab did not go unnoticed. Todd Garner, the producer of “Mortal Kombat 2,” responded to Schulz’s comments on social media, stating, “I don’t climb over others to get ahead.” Garner expressed hope for both movies to succeed, despite Schulz’s teasing remarks.
Release Dates and Anticipation
The rivalry comes as fans eagerly await both films. “Mortal Kombat 2” has experienced a delay, moving its release from October 24, 2025, to May 8, 2026. Conversely, “Street Fighter” is scheduled to hit theaters on October 16, 2026. Although the films won’t compete directly at the box office, they are expected to attract passionate fans from the gaming community.
As the excitement builds, the rivalry highlighted by Andrew Schulz may intensify interest in both franchises, paving the way for memorable experiences for fans of the fighting game genre.
