WWE’s Cody Rhodes Fuels Street Fighter Movie Hype With Guile Tease

In a recent turn of events, professional wrestler Cody Rhodes is set to portray Guile in the forthcoming “Street Fighter” film by Legendary, sparking excitement. The flame was further stoked when comedian Andrew Schulz shared a tantalizing hint on Instagram.

The Shadow Tease

Schulz, known for portraying Dan Hibiki, recently shared an Instagram post featuring the silhouette of Cody Rhodes. The caption read: “‘A fresh fighter has joined the fray…’

The image features Guile’s signature hair.

Cody Rhodes as Guile

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but recognize the enduring influence of Guile in the Street Fighter universe, a character who has been a staple since Street Fighter II (1991). His military backdrop, iconic flattop hairstyle, and signature moves like the Sonic Boom and Flash Kick have made him instantly recognizable.

As the current WWE Champion, Rhodes seems perfectly suited for the part, with his appearance and physique fitting the bill. Fans can’t help but notice how effortlessly he embodies the character online.

Street Fighter Movie Cast So Far

The ensemble cast is already stacked with big names:

  • Roman Reigns as Akuma
  • Jason Momoa as Blanka
  • Andrew Koji as Ryu
  • Noah Centineo as Ken
  • Callina Liang as Chun-Li
  • Orville Peck as Vega
  • 50 Cent as Balrog
  • Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki
  • David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
  • Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim
  • Hirooki Goto as E. Honda

What We Know About the Movie

The movie, titled Street Fighter, is currently in production by Legendary Entertainment, who acquired exclusive rights for both film and television adaptations. Kitao Sakurai, known for his work on films like Bad Trip and Twisted Metal, has been appointed as the director. Dalan Musson is responsible for penning the script.

The scheduled release date for the movie hasn’t been disclosed as of now. As per IMDb, filming is expected to occur in Australia.

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2025-08-19 00:32