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Immortal Combat

Name: Immortal Combat
Director: Monroe Robertson
Released: 2026
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2026

Director

Monroe Robertson

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Immortal Combat earns high marks for gender and racial diversity, placing women and actors of color in prominent, action-driven roles as historical figures. The narrative reinforces this by centering their collective resistance against a controlling organization. However, the film’s inclusivity falters in other areas. There is a complete absence of LGBTQ+ characters and no representation of disability, narrowing the scope of identities portrayed on screen. Cultural representation is present but limited, focusing more on casting choices and a general critique of authority than on deep exploration of the characters’ backgrounds. This imbalance results in a moderate overall score.

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Category Breakdown

Does Immortal Combat have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

No LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex relationships appear in the cast or synopsis. The narrative centers on historical warriors fighting for survival, with no queer identities or romance depicted.

How does Immortal Combat portray gender?

Excellent

Women lead the cast as major historical figures like Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, and Boudica. They drive the plot by actively plotting to dismantle their captors rather than serving as side characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Immortal Combat?

Excellent

Actors of color hold leading roles, including Roxanne G.C. Brooks as Cleopatra and Samuel Selman as Shaka Zulu. This diverse lineup challenges traditional casting norms for historical figures.

How does Immortal Combat represent religion and culture?

Good

The film questions authority by having fighters dismantle the shadowy organization controlling them. It frames the captors as antagonists, suggesting a critique of oppressive power structures.

Does Immortal Combat include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with physical or mental disabilities are mentioned in the cast or plot summary. The narrative centers on able-bodied warriors engaged in combat.

Present on Screen

Strong female presence with women in leading, action-driven roles.
Diverse casting across major historical figures.
Narrative focuses on characters resisting and overthrowing their oppressors.

Limited or Absent

Complete absence of LGBTQ+ representation.
No inclusion of characters with disabilities.
Limited depth on cultural backgrounds beyond casting choices.

Official Synopsis

History's greatest warriors, including Genghis Khan and Joan of Arc, are summoned by a shadowy organization to fight in a battle to the death. But unknown to their captors, the fighters have been plotting to turn the tables and dismantle the deadly enterprise from within.

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