New Street Fighter Movie — Release Date, Cast & First Details
The new live-action Street Fighter film is scheduled to hit theaters on October 16, 2026. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the story is reportedly set in 1993 as a nod to the original Street Fighter II arcade era and will follow familiar fighters uncovering “a deadly conspiracy.”
Main cast (announced)
- Andrew Koji — Ryu
- Noah Centineo — Ken
- Callina Liang — Chun‑Li
- David Dastmalchian — M. Bison
- Jason Momoa — Blanka
- Cody Rhodes — Guile
- 50 Cent (Curtis Jackson) — Balrog
- Orville Peck — Vega
Tone & expectations
The film leans into the arcade-era vibe and — judging by the casting — may mix serious action with campy, larger-than-life performances. It could be a cult hit, a divisive blockbuster, or both.
Sources & where to read more
- Nerdist coverage: nerdist.com
- GameSpot cast gallery: gamespot.com
Buy related merch
Looking for games or collectibles? Search on Amazon: Street Fighter II on Amazon
Note: This post summarizes official casting and release-date announcements reported by major outlets. Original reporting referenced Engadget; this summary links to other outlets for wider coverage.
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