Antony Starr, renowned for his portrayal of the antagonist in "The Boys," has confirmed that he will not be lending his voice to the character of Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1. Discover his response and the fans' reactions below.

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

Fans Express Disappointment

Antony Starr directly addressed a fan's inquiry on his Instagram account regarding his potential role in voicing Homelander for Mortal Kombat 1, succinctly responding with "nope."

The announcement of Homelander as part of the upcoming DLC characters for Mortal Kombat 1 sparked excitement among fans. Starr's portrayal of the villain in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" has been widely acclaimed, with many attributing the show's success to his compelling performance. This acclaim even led to a spin-off series, "GenV," featuring a cameo by Homelander.

Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage from "The Boys" on his Instagram on November 12, 2023, prompting a fan to ask about his involvement in Mortal Kombat 1. His straightforward "nope" response left fans, who cherished his depiction of the character, feeling let down.

Speculations and Theories Surrounding Antony Starr's Decision

This development marks a departure from the Mortal Kombat series' tradition of featuring original actors in their game adaptations. For instance, J.K. Simmons reprised his role as Omni-Man from the "Invincible" series in the latest Mortal Kombat 1 release, leading fans to expect a similar casting for Homelander.

Speculation abounds among fans. Some believe Starr might be misleading fans in a manner befitting his character, possibly due to non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Others speculate that his "nope" might be a way to quell constant inquiries. Despite this, fans note that Starr has previously voiced Homelander in a Call of Duty collaboration, fueling hopes that he might still join Mortal Kombat 1.

As the gaming community awaits further updates, the truth behind Starr's involvement—or lack thereof—in Mortal Kombat 1 remains a topic of keen interest and speculation.