At the recent Game Awards, Legendary and Paramount Pictures delivered an exciting reveal for fighting game fans worldwide—a first look at their upcoming Street Fighter movie, scheduled to arrive in cinemas in 2026.
This highly anticipated adaptation brings Capcom’s iconic franchise to the big screen, following years of speculation and development.
The 45-second teaser trailer gave audiences a quick glimpse into what promises to be both a nostalgic and action-packed cinematic experience for classic Street Fighter enthusiasts and general moviegoers alike. The footage highlighted fan-favorite characters in full costume, including Andrew Koji portraying Ryu, Cody Rhodes as Guile, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson embodying Balrog, David Dastmalchian taking on the role of M.
Bison, Olivier Richters as the formidable Zangief, Joe "Roman Reigns" Anoa'i as the menacing Akuma, Mel Jarnson as Cammy, and Callina Liang as Chun-Li.
Producers also unveiled official character posters, further showcasing the diverse and international ensemble cast, featuring Noah Centineo as Ryu and Jason Momoa as Blanka among others. True to its roots, the trailer is packed with layered references and callbacks to the beloved Street Fighter II video game.
One notable scene includes a reinterpretation of the fan-favorite bonus stage where players had to destroy a car against the clock, a detail sure to resonate with longtime fans of the series and highlight the production’s respect for Street Fighter’s legacy. Following the trailer’s debut, several cast members took the stage to speak about their excitement for the project and to present the Best Ongoing Game Award, a prize that was ultimately awarded to No Man’s Sky.
This moment underscored the movie’s central role at the event and reaffirmed its strong connection to the gaming community. Notably, the project’s directorial reins are now in the hands of Kitao Sakurai, acclaimed for his work on Bad Trip and The Eric Andre Show.
Sakurai assumed the director’s chair earlier this year, taking over from Danny and Michael Phillipou, the filmmakers originally set to direct.
The change has generated significant interest, given Sakurai’s reputation for blending sharp humor and inventive storytelling fits well with Street Fighter’s signature style. With a scheduled cinema release in 2026, the Street Fighter movie is poised to continue the tradition of game-to-film adaptations that resonate across both gaming and film cultures.
Legendary and Paramount Pictures’ commitment to authenticity, as demonstrated by the dedicated cast and detailed homage to classic moments, has set high expectations for both longtime fans and newcomers.
Further announcements are anticipated as the production progresses, keeping Street Fighter at the forefront of gaming and cinematic conversation throughout its development.
This highly anticipated adaptation brings Capcom’s iconic franchise to the big screen, following years of speculation and development.
The 45-second teaser trailer gave audiences a quick glimpse into what promises to be both a nostalgic and action-packed cinematic experience for classic Street Fighter enthusiasts and general moviegoers alike. The footage highlighted fan-favorite characters in full costume, including Andrew Koji portraying Ryu, Cody Rhodes as Guile, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson embodying Balrog, David Dastmalchian taking on the role of M.
Bison, Olivier Richters as the formidable Zangief, Joe "Roman Reigns" Anoa'i as the menacing Akuma, Mel Jarnson as Cammy, and Callina Liang as Chun-Li.
Producers also unveiled official character posters, further showcasing the diverse and international ensemble cast, featuring Noah Centineo as Ryu and Jason Momoa as Blanka among others. True to its roots, the trailer is packed with layered references and callbacks to the beloved Street Fighter II video game.
One notable scene includes a reinterpretation of the fan-favorite bonus stage where players had to destroy a car against the clock, a detail sure to resonate with longtime fans of the series and highlight the production’s respect for Street Fighter’s legacy. Following the trailer’s debut, several cast members took the stage to speak about their excitement for the project and to present the Best Ongoing Game Award, a prize that was ultimately awarded to No Man’s Sky.
This moment underscored the movie’s central role at the event and reaffirmed its strong connection to the gaming community. Notably, the project’s directorial reins are now in the hands of Kitao Sakurai, acclaimed for his work on Bad Trip and The Eric Andre Show.
Sakurai assumed the director’s chair earlier this year, taking over from Danny and Michael Phillipou, the filmmakers originally set to direct.
The change has generated significant interest, given Sakurai’s reputation for blending sharp humor and inventive storytelling fits well with Street Fighter’s signature style. With a scheduled cinema release in 2026, the Street Fighter movie is poised to continue the tradition of game-to-film adaptations that resonate across both gaming and film cultures.
Legendary and Paramount Pictures’ commitment to authenticity, as demonstrated by the dedicated cast and detailed homage to classic moments, has set high expectations for both longtime fans and newcomers.
Further announcements are anticipated as the production progresses, keeping Street Fighter at the forefront of gaming and cinematic conversation throughout its development.
