Mortal Kombat's 1995 Cast: Where Are They Now?

Robin Shou

Before throwing a single flying kick as Liu Kang, Robin Shou had already built an impressive résumé in Hong Kong cinema. Trained in martial arts from a young age, he carved his path through the competitive Hong Kong film industry, appearing in action-packed productions throughout the late '80s and early '90s. His blend of authentic fighting skills and natural screen charisma made him a standout choice to anchor the entire Mortal Kombat film as its lead hero. Since the tournament ended, Shou reprised his role in the 1997 sequel Mortal Kombat: Annihilation and would even appear in another movie based on a fighting game, “DOA: Dead Or Alive”. He also trained Milla Jovovich during the production of the first “Resident Evil” movie. Now in his 60s at the time of this video, Shou has retired from acting and is living a comfortable life away from the internet.

Bridgette Wilson

Bridgette Wilson had already proven herself a versatile talent worth watching prior to playing as Sonya Blade. She got her start competing in beauty pageants, winning the title of Miss Teen USA in 1990, and quickly transitioned that visibility into an acting career. Television appearances and supporting film roles followed, including a memorable part in Billy Madison alongside Adam Sandler in 1995 — the same year “Mortal Kombat” introduced her to video game fans. After the film, Wilson starred in the horror film “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and the 2001 rom-com flick “The Wedding Planner”. As of 2008, Wilson has retired from acting, though she did allow her likeness to be used as a costume for Sonya in “Mortal Kombat 11”.

Linden Ashby

Before stepping into Cage's signature sunglasses, Ashby had been steadily building his career through television, landing recurring roles and guest appearances across multiple popular series throughout the late '80s and early '90s. He also appeared in Wyatt Earp in 1994, demonstrating a range that went well beyond wisecracks and split-kicks. Following Mortal Kombat, Ashby became a recognizable face on the small screen, notably landing a major recurring role in the hit TV series Teen Wolf. He has also appeared in “Resident Evil: Extinction” as Chase and has continued working consistently across both film and television.

Chris Casamassa

A highly accomplished martial artist and founder of the Red Dragon Karate system, Casamassa had spent years building his reputation as both a competitor and a stunt performer before stepping into Scorpion's iconic yellow ninja suit. His real-world combat expertise gave the character an authenticity that pure actors simply couldn't replicate — every movement felt genuinely dangerous. After Mortal Kombat, Casamassa continued working as a stunt coordinator and martial arts performer on various Hollywood productions. He also contributed his skills to numerous direct-to-video action movies and has remained active in the martial arts community as an instructor and performer.

Talisa Soto

Elegance and danger are a rare combination, but Talisa Soto pulled it off effortlessly as the steel fan-wielding Princess Kitana. Born in Brooklyn to Puerto Rican parents, Soto first rose to prominence as a high-fashion model before transitioning into acting in the late 1980s. Her breakthrough came as the Bond girl Lupe Lamora in Licence to Kill in 1989, which opened the door to bigger Hollywood opportunities throughout the early '90s. After Mortal Kombat, she reprised her role as Kitana in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation in 1997 before appearing in a small handful of movies until 2009. Since then, Soto has retired from acting.

Trevor Goddard

One of the film's most memorable villains, Kano leapt off the screen with a swagger and menace that felt genuinely threatening — and that was largely down to Trevor Goddard's magnetic performance. The British-born actor crafted an Australian accent for the role so convincingly that many people assumed it was his natural voice. Before Mortal Kombat, Goddard had been working his way through television, appearing in shows across both the UK and the United States. After the film, he landed a prominent recurring role as Lt. Mic Brumby in the television series “JAG”, which kept him on screens for years. Goddard passed away in 2003, leaving behind a legacy of bold, unforgettable performances that fans still celebrate today. His last theatrical movie role was as Grapple in “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl”.

François Petit

Behind the blue mask and bone-chilling ice powers of Sub-Zero was a French martial artist with credentials that were genuinely formidable. François Petit was a seasoned kickboxing and full-contact karate competitor who had earned serious recognition in combat sports circuits well before Hollywood came calling. His fighting background gave Sub-Zero's movements a raw, physical intensity that brought the video game character to life in a uniquely convincing way. Following Mortal Kombat, Petit appeared in additional action productions and continued participating in martial arts competitions and events. While he never became a mainstream Hollywood name, he has popped back into the film industry for small roles on a few occasions.

Keith Cooke

Before donning both Reptile's scaly suit, Cooke had already made his mark as a martial artist and actor, most notably appearing in China O'Brien II alongside Cynthia Rothrock and in King of the Kickboxers. His athletic ability and screen presence made him a natural fit for the kind of explosive, effects-driven action that Mortal Kombat demanded. After the film, Cooke appeared in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, this time taking on the role of Sub-Zero instead. He continued working in martial arts-driven film and television projects such as “Beverly Hills Ninja” and “The New Adventures of Robin Hood”. He was also one of the Tusken Raiders seen in the “Star Wars” television series, “The Book of Boba Fett”.

Christopher Lambert

There's something undeniably perfect about the man who played the Highlander stepping into the role of an immortal thunder god. Christopher Lambert was already an established international star well before Mortal Kombat, having built a devoted following through the original Highlander in 1986 and its sequels, as well as Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan. His effortless ability to project ancient, otherworldly authority made him an ideal choice to guide a group of earthly warriors through an interdimensional tournament. Since Mortal Kombat, Lambert continued his work through a litany of different genres of films like “Beowulf”, “Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance”, and “Hail, Caesar!”. Lambert still appears in entertainment from time to time, but outside of that, he owns businesses that specialize in food processing, mineral water, and even wine.

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa

Your soul is his — and honestly, from the moment he appeared on screen, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa owned every single frame of this movie. Born in Tokyo and raised across multiple countries, Tagawa developed a commanding screen presence that translated effortlessly to Hollywood, where he became one of the most reliably powerful character actors of his generation. Before Mortal Kombat, he had already delivered memorable performances in “Rising Sun” and “Showdown in Little Tokyo”. Since stealing souls in 1995, Tagawa has had an extraordinary career resurgence in his final years, having reprising his role as Shang Tsung in “Mortal Kombat 11”, playing Valco in “Star Wars Visions”, and voicing Hashi in “Kubo and the Two Strings”. And like Shou, he would work on yet another movie based on a fighting game, playing as Heihachi Mishima in the 2009 adaptation of “Tekken”. Tagawa sadly passed away from a stroke on December 4, 2025 at the age of 75.

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