The film serves as a sequel to the 1995 film “Mortal Kombat” and follows the continuing battle between Earthrealm’s champions and the forces of Outworld, led by the villainous Shao Kahn (played by Brian Thompson). Following his defeat in the first film, Kahn seeks to conquer Earthrealm by merging it with Outworld.
The story picks up shortly after the events of the first film, with the heroes Liu Kang (played by Robin Shou), Kitana (played by Talisa Soto), Sonya Blade (played by Sandra Hess), and Johnny Cage (played by Chris Conrad) preparing to defend Earthrealm against Kahn’s forces.
However, Kahn’s invasion begins sooner than expected, catching the heroes off guard. The film follows the heroes as they battle against Kahn’s minions, including the deadly female assassin Mileena (played by Dana Hee) and the monstrous cyborg Cyrax (played by J.J. Perry).
As the battle rages on, the heroes encounter new allies, including the mysterious warrior Nightwolf (played by Litefoot) and the eccentric martial artist Jax Briggs (played by Lynn “Red” Williams). Together, they must unlock their hidden powers and unite against Kahn’s forces to prevent the merger of Earthrealm and Outworld.
In a series of epic fight scenes and martial arts battles, the heroes face off against Kahn and his minions in a desperate bid to save Earthrealm. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, testing their strength, courage, and resolve.
In the climactic showdown, Liu Kang confronts Shao Kahn in a final duel to determine the fate of Earthrealm. With the help of his friends and allies, Liu Kang taps into his inner strength and defeats Kahn, saving Earthrealm from destruction.
In the end, the heroes celebrate their victory and prepare to rebuild Earthrealm in the aftermath of the battle. Although they have emerged victorious, they remain ever vigilant, knowing that the forces of Outworld may one day return to threaten their world once again.
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, “Mortal Kombat: Annihilation” is praised by fans for its action-packed fight scenes, colorful characters, and faithful adaptation of the “Mortal Kombat” video game franchise. While it may not reach the same level of acclaim as its predecessor, it remains a fun and entertaining martial arts film for fans of the series.