Antony Starr, who famously portrays the villainous Homelander in "The Boys," has confirmed he won't be providing the voice for the character in Mortal Kombat 1. Here's what the actor revealed and how fans are reacting.

Mortal Kombat 1's Homelander Won't Feature Antony Starr's Voice

Community Reacts With Disappointment

When a fan inquired on Starr's Instagram about his potential involvement with Mortal Kombat 1, the actor responded with a simple "nope" - crushing many fans' hopes.

Excitement had been building since NetherRealm Studios announced Homelander as a DLC fighter. Starr's chilling performance as the sociopathic superhero in Amazon's hit series "The Boys" made him the obvious fan favorite for the role. The character's popularity even led to a spinoff series, "Gen V," where Homelander made a brief appearance.

The actor shared behind-the-scenes footage from the show on Instagram last November, prompting the fateful question about his Mortal Kombat involvement. His blunt denial sparked significant reactions across social media.

The news hit particularly hard among those who credit Starr's performance with elevating The Boys' success.

Questions Arise About Starr's Involvement

This departure from tradition raises eyebrows. Mortal Kombat historically brings back original actors - like J.K. Simmons reprising Omni-Man from "Invincible." Naturally, fans expected similar treatment for Homelander.

Some theorists suggest Starr might be deceiving fans in character, while others speculate about non-disclosure agreements. Another possibility? The actor simply grew tired of constant inquiries.

Observers note Starr already voiced Homelander for Call of Duty, making his MK1 absence puzzling. His previous game work keeps hope alive among skeptical fans.

Only time will reveal the truth about Starr's involvement. For now, players must wait for official updates regarding Homelander's debut in Mortal Kombat 1.