Street Fighter (2026 Movie): Everything You Need to Know
Street Fighter (2026) is one of the biggest upcoming action films of 2026 — a live-action Hollywood reboot of Capcom’s legendary fighting game franchise. Fans of the games and action cinema around the world have been closely following its development, cast announcements, and first looks at the motion picture.
Plot & Setting
Unlike previous film adaptations, this Street Fighter is being crafted as a faithful and dramatic reboot rooted in the lore of the original video games. The story is set in 1993 and follows two of the franchise’s most beloved fighters — Ryu and Ken Masters — whose rivalry and friendship are central to the narrative. They are pulled into a global martial arts competition known as the World Warrior Tournament, organized by Chun-Li, a mysterious fighter with her own reasons for bringing them together.
However, the film’s official synopsis reveals that outside the fights and tournament battles lies a deadly conspiracy — one that forces Ryu, Ken, and other warriors to confront not only each other, but their deepest personal demons.
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Director & Production
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Director: Kitao Sakurai
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Screenplay: Dalan Musson
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Producers: Legendary Pictures (in partnership with Capcom)
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Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production for the movie began in August 2025 and wrapped principal photography in November 2025. The decision to film in the Australian landscape helped shape the gritty, retro 1990s tone of the project.
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This reboot is the fourth live-action Street Fighter feature ever made and serves as a clean reinvention of the property for a modern audience, aiming to capture both long-time fans and newcomers.
Release Date
After several reschedulings and changes in distribution partners, Street Fighter is firmly slated to hit theaters on October 16, 2026 in the United States and internationally.
This places the movie among the major fall blockbusters of the year — a period typically reserved for potential awards contenders and commercially-driven tentpoles.
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Star-Studded Cast & Characters
The ensemble draws from game lore with real fighters and stars:
| Character | Actor/Actress |
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| Ryu | Andrew Koji |
| Ken Masters | Noah Centineo |
| Chun-Li | Callina Liang |
| Akuma | Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i |
| M. Bison | David Dastmalchian |
| Guile | Cody Rhodes |
| Dan Hibiki | Andrew Schulz |
| Don Sauvage | Eric André |
| Dhalsim | Vidyut Jammwal |
| Balrog | Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson |
| Blanka | Jason Momoa |
| Vega | Orville Peck |
| Zangief | Olivier Richters |
| E. Honda | Hirooki Goto |
| Juli | Rayna Vallandingham |
| Joe | Alexander Volkanovski |
| Marvin | Kyle Mooney |
| Cammy | Mel Jarnson |
Production Background
Announced in 2023, casting ramped up by May 2025 with negotiations for Centineo, Koji, Momoa, and Reigns finalized soon after. Principal photography started August 2025 in Australia and wrapped November 2025. Legendary Pictures produces alongside Capcom, aiming to redeem 1994’s flop with practical effects and cultural accuracy.
Trailers and Promotion
A Game Awards sneak peek debuted December 2025, showcasing first looks like Vidyut Jammwal’s bald Dhalsim. Full trailers highlight tournament fights and conspiracy teases, building hype for nostalgic 90s vibes with modern action.
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