The first look at the new live-action Street Fighter movie arrived with a surprise drop at The Game Awards 2025. The teaser trailer and a full set of character posters introduced the large cast, bringing classic video game fighters to life for a film set to hit theaters on October 16, 2026. Actors, wrestlers, and musicians took the stage at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles to present the footage, offering fans their initial glimpse of the World Warrior Tournament.
The Full Cast of World Warriors Revealed
Paramount and Legendary Pictures have assembled a large group of actors to play the game’s famous characters. The main story will focus on the classic rivalry between Andrew Koji as Ryu and Noah Centineo as Ken Masters. Callina Liang will play the powerful Chun-Li, who recruits the two fighters.
The cast extends far beyond the main trio, featuring a mix of Hollywood stars and figures from other entertainment fields. The full lineup of fighters includes:
- Cody Rhodes as the American soldier Guile
- Jason Momoa as the electric beast Blanka
- David Dastmalchian as the primary villain, M. Bison
- Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i as the demonic Akuma
- Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as the boxer Balrog
- Orville Peck as the masked assassin Vega
- Mel Jarnson as the special forces operative Cammy
- Vidyut Jammwal as the yoga master Dhalsim
- Olivier Richters as the Red Cyclone, Zangief
- Hirooki Goto as the sumo wrestler E. Honda
- Andrew Schulz as the joke fighter Dan Hibiki
- Alexander Volkanovski as Joe
A First Look at the Action and Story
The 45-second teaser trailer provides a fast-paced introduction to the film’s style. It features quick shots of combatants showcasing their signature fighting styles and special moves directly from the games. The trailer confirms the movie will be set in the year 1993.
The plot centers on Ryu and Ken, who are described as “estranged” Street Fighters. They are pulled back into the world of combat when Chun-Li finds them for the next World Warrior Tournament. However, this fighting competition hides a more dangerous conspiracy. The fighters will have to battle each other and confront personal struggles from their pasts.
“But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past. And if they don’t, it will be game over.”
One specific moment in the trailer that delighted long-time fans was a clear nod to the games: a scene showing Guile destroying a car. This is a direct reference to the classic “bonus stage” from the Street Fighter II video game, where players could earn extra points by wrecking a vehicle.
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Fan Reactions to the First Look
Following the reveal, fans quickly shared their first thoughts on social media. The reaction on platforms like Facebook showed a mix of excitement and curiosity about the casting choices and the film’s tone.
Some comments focused on the unique cast, with one fan noting the trailer seemed to be “definitely leaning into the video games”. Others expressed broad approval for the approach, with one person stating they were “FOR IT” and didn’t need a serious blockbuster, preferring a “campy martial arts movie like the 90s Mortal Kombat”.
The release of individual character posters on the official Street Fighter social media accounts gave each fighter a moment in the spotlight. The posters feature the actors in costume with a tagline, such as Cody Rhodes as Guile with the text “Reporting for duty” and 50 Cent as Balrog with “You’re just another payday”.
Movie Release Date and Production Details
The Street Fighter movie is scheduled for a global theatrical release on October 16, 2026. The film is directed by Kitao Sakurai and written by Dalan Musson. It is a joint production between Legendary Pictures and the original game’s developer, Capcom, with Paramount Pictures handling distribution.
This new film joins previous adaptations of the fighting game series. The most famous prior film is the 1994 Street Fighter movie starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, which has gained a cult following over the years.
