STREET FIGHTER Live-Action Movie Sets Release Date & Confirms Cast of Legendary and Capcom Film

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It’s high time for action! The highly anticipated live-action Street Fighter movie produced by Legendary Pictures and Capcom is all set to hit the cinemas with an impressive lineup of stars announced. This film promises to be a thrilling spectacle, bringing our beloved characters from the Street Fighter universe like Ken Masters, Ryu, Chun-Li, M. Bison, Balrog, and many other Street Fighter legends to life. Actors of great talent have been cast for these roles, adding even more excitement to this much-anticipated production. Here’s what we currently know about the live-action Street Fighter movie by Legendary and Capcom.

When Will the Live-Action Street Fighter Movie Release in Theaters?

The first round commences in October 2026. The live-action Street Fighter movie is set to be released on October 16, 2026.

The beginning of Round One is scheduled for October 2026. The release date for the live-action Street Fighter film is October 16, 2026.

What Street Fighter Story Will This Live-Action Adaptation Tell?

The Street Fighter series, which originated in 1987, boasts a rich history with a vast amount of lore and numerous potential stories to explore. Rest assured, given Legendary Pictures’ successful adaptation of the intricate world presented in Dune, there’s good reason to believe that the Street Fighter franchise will prove to be a triumph for its devoted fans.

For now, here’s what the live-action Street Fighter movie shares as its synopsis:

In 1993, former Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) find themselves drawn back into combat when the enigmatic Chun-Li (Callina Liang) calls upon them for a new World Warrior Tournament. This fierce competition, filled with brutal brawls, destiny, and rage, pits them against each other and forces them to confront their past demons. However, hidden behind this tournament is a lethal conspiracy that threatens their survival unless they can overcome it, or else the game ends for good!

Hello World Warrior Tournament! Here we come!

Which Characters Are Appearing in the Live-Action Street Fighter Movie? And Who Is in the Cast?

Throughout its long history, Street Fighter has introduced numerous captivating characters. Now, 18 of the top ones will be brought to life in a live-action adaptation. From Ken Masters and Cammy, to Chun-Li and Juli, up to Balrog and Zangief, here’s a list of all the CONFIRMED vibrant personalities that are set to populate the world of the upcoming Street Fighter movie. We can’t wait to see how their unique themes and costumes translate in live-action, as we expect it will be an exhilarating spectacle!

Beyond everything else, just the ensemble of actors in the live-action Street Fighter film is enough to leave you breathless (in a good way). I’m absolutely thrilled about Noah Centino, David Dastmalchian, 50 Cent, Jason Momoa being part of it. But what really gets me excited is the prospect of seeing David Dastmalchian and 50 Cent sharing the screen together. That’s all I wish for!

Check out the full roster of actors playing their respective roles in the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie!

By using phrases like “check out” and “full roster,” the sentence sounds more informal and approachable, making it easier to read for a general audience. The meaning remains the same, as the focus is still on introducing the cast of the live-action Street Fighter movie.

  • Noah Centineo as “Ken Masters” 
  • Andrew Koji as “Ryu” 
  • Callina Liang as “Chun-Li” 
  • Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i as “Akuma” 
  • David Dastmalchian as “M. Bison” 
  • Cody Rhodes as “Guile” 
  • Andrew Schulz as “Dan Hibiki” 
  • Eric André as “Don Sauvage” 
  • Vidyut Jammwal as “Dhalsim” 
  • Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as “Balrog” 
  • Jason Momoa as “Blanka”  














The movie also stars:

  • Orville Peck as “Vega” 
  • Olivier Richters as “Zangief” 
  • Hirooki Goto as “E. Honda” 
  • Rayna Vallandingham as “Juli”
  • Alexander Volkanovski as “Joe” 
  • Kyle Mooney as “Marvin” 
  • Mel Jarnson as “Cammy”

More About the Street Fighter Movie

Enthusiasts of the game franchise have long been anticipating a live-action movie adaptation that does justice to Street Fighter. It appears that day is finally upon us. The upcoming live-action Street Fighter film aims to uphold the arcade fervor and controller chaos reminiscent of the ’90s original, while modernizing its narrative for contemporary audiences. We can expect to see Hadoukens, roundhouses, and all our beloved characters in action.

The upcoming live-action movie based on “Street Fighter” is being helmed by director Kitao Sakurai. Mark your calendars for October 16, 2026, as that’s when this highly anticipated film is set to hit the screens.

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2025-09-04 22:04