Mortal Kombat 2 star Josh Lawson opens up about the unique challenge of moving from his role as the cunning villain Kano to a cocky trauma surgeon, Bruce, in NBC’s upcoming sitcom St. Denis Medical. The new series debuts on the network on November 12, following the doctors of the titular fictional hospital. Back from the dead, Lawson will be returning as Kano under the direction of Simon McQuoid in the Mortal Kombat sequel, set to release in theaters on October 24, 2025.