With the release of its first full-fledged teaser trailer, which features all the well-known faces you’ve been hoping to see punch it out on the big screen, Street Fighter, that classic arcade brawler that made gamers go crazy about feeding their quarters into a machine, has finally begun to come out swinging. This Street Fighter movie, now helmed by Kitao Sakurai, the director of the Netflix movie “Bad Trip,” will be released by Paramount Pictures on October 16, 2026.
People’s heads are whirling almost as quickly as Ryu’s spinning Hurricane Kick as a result of the cast news. Noah Centineo is stepping into Ken Masters’ fighting gear, bringing that laid-back charm to the fiery adversary who always seems to be one quarrel away from a full-on donnybrook. Then there’s Andrew Koji, who perfectly captures the essence of Ryu, the reserved, gloomy warrior whose intensity suggests that a storm cloud is building beneath his surface. Chun-Li, an Interpol agent with legs capable of delivering justice with lightning-fast kicks, is portrayed by Callina Liang. As Blanka the Brazilian wildman, Jason Momoa lets loose all of his insane rage; his green skin and electrifying snarls just promise complete mayhem each time he takes off. As the wrestling world’s strongman Akuma, Roman Reigns rises, and his demonic eyes promise that he will simply crush those mischievous souls without exerting any effort. When David Dastmalchian dons M. Bison’s ominous costume, his voice dripping with icy cold malice causes the underlings to flee for their lives. Finally, Cody Rhodes appears as Guile, the all-American soldier with a buzzcut and an expression that suggests he still has that vintage buzzsaw—the sort that has been honed over years of honing his renowned “Sonic Boom.”
- Features artwork inspired by the original street fighter ii ce arcade cabinet
- Co/vs technology allows for head-to-head play by linking two devices (co/vs cable included)
- Joystick and action buttons use mechanical switches for added accuracy and classic feel
Every new name that is introduced to the roster is a subtle reference to the vast, expansive world of the game. Dan Hibiki, a strong believer in fighters with a bright pink gi and no self-awareness, is played by Andrew Schulz. As Dhalsim, a yogi master who can reach out and place his hands anywhere, Vidyut Jammwal extends his limbs, while the screen somehow keeps up. Olivier Richters bulks up as Zangief, the Soviet grappler with bear hugs that could probably snap steel in two. Hirooki Goto stomps his way into the picture as E. Honda, the sumo champ ready to thunderclap his opponents right into oblivion. As Cammy, a British special forces agent with a glare that could penetrate glass, Mel Jarnson flips and jumps through the trailer.
Orville Peck sashays his way onto the scene as Vega, the totally self-absorbed matador whose claws are gleaming under all those arena lights. Eric André is absolutely off the charts as Don Sauvage, one of the tournament’s wild cards, a completely unhinged guy who’s a complete unknown. And then there’s Curtis Jackson, also known as 50 Cent, who has been hiding in the background for days as Balrog, a boxer with brass knuckles and a vicious streak, but he’s sensibly keeping a low profile for the time being. Additionally, there are smaller parts strewn throughout the trailer, such as Kyle Mooney as Marvin, Alexander Volkanovski as Joe, and Rayna Vallandingham as Juli, all of which give the entire international conflict a little more nuance.
The beginning of this clip is filled with intense nostalgia for the 1990s. The vivid blues, pinks, and yellows from Street Fighter II’s arcade cabinets are quite striking. The warriors are seen in all their motion, with quick cuts showing their boots scratching concrete and their gis tearing apart. As a rainstorm rages overhead, Ryu stands motionless on a rain-soaked street, his gaze fixed on something that is just out of sight. With flames flaring behind him, Ken storms through a door into a dingy pub, trading blows that send tables flying in all directions. In the midst of all that pandemonium, Chun-Li’s posture remains unwavering as her leg suddenly springs out, striking a thug’s chin and sending him flying across the floor.
