Hollywood is returning to the Gold Coast once again, with another massive blockbuster set to start production here next month.
The Queensland Government has confirmed Mortal Kombat 2 will begin production at Village Roadshow Studios in the coming weeks.
The New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures movie is a sequel to the 2021 action hit Mortal Kombat and is based on the iconic video game by Ed Boon and John Tobias, which has had massive global success since it was originally developed in the 90s.
The film is written by Jeremy Slater and will be helmed by Australian director Simon McQuoid. The film will be produced by James Wan’s Atomic Monster and Todd Garner’s Broken Road Productions.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said it would provide a major boost for the state.
“With an estimated local spend of more than $68 million, Mortal Kombat 2 is a heavy hitter for the state’s economy, creating at least 560 jobs for Queensland cast and crew,” the Premier said.
“My government’s support for the state’s screen industry continues to pay dividends, with Mortal Kombat 2 the latest in a long line of high-profile films to be made here.
“Queensland has firmly established itself as a leading global production hub, suited to all productions from Hollywood blockbusters right through to homegrown stories.
Producer James Wan said he was proud to be able to bring the film to Australia.
“Filming the first film in Australia was such a great experience, I’m thrilled that with the help of Screen Australia and Screen Queensland, we can show off the majestic locations of Queensland and work with the top-notch artistic talent based there,” he said.
Screen Queensland Acting CEO Dr Belinda Burns said she was hopeful more movies will continue to be locked in for Queensland in the future.
“International and Australian producers continually look to Queensland as a destination of choice for film and series production — attracted by our competitive government incentives, enviable studios and post-production facilities, unbeatable locations, and the expertise of our local crews and creatives,” Dr Burns said.
“It’s this winning combination that will ensure a ‘flawless victory’ for New Line and Warner Bros. Pictures with Mortal Kombat 2.”
