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 Will Not Voice Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1

Fans Express Disappointment Over the Announcement

On his Instagram account, Antony Starr replied to a fan's question about voicing Homelander in Mortal Kombat 1 with a simple "nope."

Fans had been thrilled when Mortal Kombat 1 revealed its upcoming DLC characters, including Homelander. Starr's portrayal of the villain in the satirical superhero series "The Boys" has earned widespread acclaim, with many crediting his performance as key to the show’s success. The series’ popularity also led to a spinoff, "Gen V," featuring a cameo by Homelander.

On November 12, 2023, Starr shared behind-the-scenes footage from the show on Instagram, prompting a fan to ask whether he would voice the character in Mortal Kombat 1. Starr's casual reply was a straightforward "nope."

Many fans were disappointed, with reactions reflecting their appreciation for Starr's compelling performance as the villain.

Speculation Surrounding Antony Starr's Involvement

This decision marks a departure from Mortal Kombat’s usual practice of involving or honoring original actors. For instance, Omni-Man, the latest playable character added to the game, is voiced by J.K. Simmons, who also voiced the character in the "Invincible" adult animated series. This led fans to assume Starr would reprise his role as Homelander as well.

Some fans have speculated that Starr may not be telling the truth, suggesting he could be staying in character by misleading the audience. Others suspect he may be bound by a non-disclosure agreement, or perhaps he grew tired of repeated questions and gave a definitive answer to end the inquiries.

Fans also note that Starr is no stranger to video game voice acting, having reprised Homelander for a Call of Duty collaboration in July. Given his prior experience, some remain hopeful that he may still be approached for Mortal Kombat 1.

Only time will tell whether Starr’s statement holds true. As we await further updates on Homelander’s inclusion in Mortal Kombat 1, anticipation continues to build.