Avengers: Endgame Encore is closing in on Mortal Kombat II’s global box office total — and doing so without a single new scene, trailer, or promotional campaign. The film, originally released in 2019 and directed by the Russo brothers as the final chapter of the Infinity Saga, returned to theatres on September 25, 2026, under the re-release title 'Encore'. According to Box Office Mojo data cited by Koimoi, it has already earned an estimated $37.7 million in North America. Combined with international earnings, the film’s worldwide gross now stands at $127.7 million. That places it just under $5 million short of surpassing Mortal Kombat II’s $129.6 million global haul, a figure that was achieved during the video game adaptation’s original run in May 2026. The Simon McQuoid-directed sequel, starring Karl Urban, had a lackluster debut, failing to sustain momentum despite its source material. Avengers: Endgame Encore, meanwhile, is outperforming several fresh 2026 releases, including DCU’s Supergirl, and is currently ranked #35 on the year’s global gross chart. It hasn’t matched the record-breaking performance of The Lion King re-release, but its steady draw in select markets suggests enduring audience appeal. The film features Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, and Jeremy Renner in their iconic roles. While the MCU’s fortunes dipped after the conclusion of the Infinity Saga, recent releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Deadpool & Wolverine have helped restore momentum. The Russo brothers are now set to return with Avengers: Doomsday, the next major entry in the franchise. But for now, the past continues to deliver. The question isn’t whether Endgame Encore will pass Mortal Kombat II. It’s how long this encore will last, and whether studios will take note before the next big launch. The January 29, 2027, release date for the next Marvel event looms, but first, the legacy film keeps collecting.