Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm
Series Overview
A group of warriors come together to defend Earthrealm from invaders who entered through portals from various other dimensions.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
20–30 min per episode
1996 – 1996
Premiered: Sat, Sep 21, 1996
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Overthrown”
The Defenders of the Realm are getting ready for the final battle with the forces of evil. For ruling all parts of the dark world Kittana reached an agreement with Sheeva's Warriors. But she doesn't know that she is in fact the cruel Shang Tsung who transformed to look like Sheeva. The good forces break into Shao Kahn's castle and demand that Shao Kahn hands over his rule to the princess. Suddenly Shang Tsung appears with warriors of the real Sheeva. The magician is also after the power the monarch chair. But Tsung forgets one thing, Sheeva has enemies withing the outworld forces. Raiden finds out Shang Tsung's plan and disturbers the fight. The god of thunder brings with him the worst enemy of Sheeva, Motaro's squad. Mortal Kombat continues, but the insurrection failed and The Earth is still in danger.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
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Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm Commercial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-12
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Goguen
Sean Catherine Derek
Jonathan Sloate
Anne D'Amato, Alison Savitch, Phil Roman, Joshua Wexler, Lawrence Kasanoff
Department Leadership Roster
Joshua Wexler
Producer
Jonathan Sloate
Original Music Composer
Susan Levin
Producer
Michael Goguen
Director
Michael Goguen
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-Y7: Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.
International Certification Matrix
Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.
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What is Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm about?
A group of warriors come together to defend Earthrealm from invaders who entered through portals from various other dimensions.
How many seasons does Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm have?
Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm?
Key cast members in Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm include Clancy Brown, Olivia D'Abo, Dorian Harewood, Ron Perlman, Luke Perry.
Who created or directed Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm?
Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm was developed and directed by Michael Goguen.