Comparison Freshness: May 15, 2026
Mortal KombatVSGOAT
Mortal Kombat
HIT
Comparison
Rating
Vote Count
Release Date
Runtime
Budget
Revenue
Genres
🏆 Rating Winner
GOAT
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Action hits, GOAT takes the audience favorite trophy with a +1.0 lead in ratings. However, GOAT continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 7.0
Audience Rating
★ 8.0
$84,426,031
Box Office
$190,564,590
$20,000,000
Budget
$90,000,000
110 min
Runtime
100 min
Apr 7, 2021
Release Date
Feb 11, 2026
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
When placed side-by-side, GOAT emerges as the critics' and fans' darling. Its 8 score highlights a level of narrative polish that Mortal Kombat struggles to match, despite the latter's technical merits in the Action space.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, GOAT was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than Mortal Kombat. Its financial success in 2026 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Action and Animation makes this an interesting study in style. Mortal Kombat prioritizes visceral spectacle and pacing, creating a adrenaline-fueled experience. On the other hand, GOAT is all about visual imagination and boundary-pushing art, leading to a much more vibrant and stylized narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: GOAT is the clear winner of this battle, sweeping both the critical ratings and the commercial earnings. It is the definitive recommendation for anyone looking for the best that Action/Animation has to offer.