Arnold Schwarzenegger atop a dinosaur featured in unearthed footage from Kung Fury 2, surprising viewers with this surreal imagery.
In a disappointing turn of events for fans, the release of the long-awaited sequel to the 2015 cult hit short film, 'Kung Fury', has been delayed due to ongoing legal issues. The film, starring Michael Fassbender, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and David Hasselhoff, among others, was completed some time ago, but its debut remains elusive [1][2][5].
The legal battle centres around a dispute with Chinese financier Creasun Entertainment over unpaid funds. This financial limbo has created a roadblock preventing the film's release as of August 2025 [1][2][5]. Despite the setbacks, fans remain eager for updates, but the lawsuit and associated financial issues have put the project on hold indefinitely.
The original short film of 'Kung Fury' is available for viewing on YouTube, and the sequel, 'Kung Fury: The Movie', promises to be a tongue-in-cheek send-up of 1980s sci-fi action films. A 10-minute promo for the film has leaked online, showcasing various unconventional and humorous scenes, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger riding a dinosaur and Michael Fassbender using bullets to press keys on a typewriter [3].
The leak of the 'Kung Fury: The Movie' clip may have inadvertently increased interest in the film, potentially leading to its release. In fact, the clip's impact mirrors the marketing strategy of 'Deadpool', instantly generating excitement for the film. Director David Sandberg expressed hope that people can see the passion put into the movie, and that the film will be released as intended [4].
While no official release date has been announced pending resolution of these disputes, Variety confirmed that the leaked promo is genuine [3]. In the meantime, fans can revisit the original short film and keep their fingers crossed for a resolution to the legal and financial conflicts that are currently delaying the release of 'Kung Fury: The Movie'.
References:
- Variety
- The Verge
- Deadline
- ComicBook
- Bloody Disgusting
Crossing fingers for a speedier resolution, fans eagerly await the release of 'Kung Fury: The Movie' on various entertainment platforms such as io9 and Gizmodo. The delay in its release, due to a dispute with Chinese financier Creasun Entertainment over unpaid funds, has left many wondering when they'll finally get to witness the promising sequel to the cult hit short film. The leak of a 10-minute promo for the movie on Deadline seems to have fueled anticipation, drawing comparisons to the marketing strategy of 'Deadpool' and heightening expectations for the film's release [3]. Meanwhile, the original short film of 'Kung Fury' remains available for viewing on YouTube for those who wish to revisit the hilarious send-up of 1980s sci-fi action movies starring the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Fassbender, and David Hasselhoff [3].
