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Street Fighter live-action film release

Overview

A live-action film adaptation of the ‘Street Fighter’ fighting game franchise is scheduled for worldwide release on October 16, 2026. Produced by Legendary Pictures in collaboration with Capcom, the film features a cast including Jason Momoa, Noah Centineo, and Andrew Koji.

The narrative centers on the reunion of estranged fighters Ryu and Ken, who are brought together by Chun-Li to participate in the ‘World Warrior Tournament.’ As the competition unfolds, the characters must navigate a deadly conspiracy and confront personal histories. The film includes various iconic characters such as M. Bison, Guile, Blanka, and Zangief.

Promotional efforts have included a ‘World Warrior Tour.’ In Brazil, Paramount Pictures has announced specific release details: ticket pre-sales begin October 1, with paid pre-premiere sessions on October 14 and the official national release on October 15.

A special IMAX event and showmatch is scheduled for October 13 in Rio de Janeiro at the UCI New York City Center. Held in partnership with UCI and Capcom, the event will feature themed decorations, cosplayers, and a live ‘Street Fighter 6’ match between professional players Diego Lins (Dark) and Antônio Diniz (Zangief Bolado).

Set in 1993, the film’s expanded cast includes Callina Liang as Chun-Li, alongside Joe ‘Roman Reigns’ Anoai, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Vidyut Jammwal, Eric André, Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson, and Jason Momoa, who portrays the Brazilian character Blanka.

Entities

Capcom · Street Fighter · Legendary Pictures · Paramount Pictures · Jason Momoa

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Street Fighter film release dates and special Rio event announced

    The Street Fighter film arrives in Brazil with pre-sales starting October 1, a special IMAX event in Rio on October 13, and a national release on October 15.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Street Fighter film adaptation set for October release

    A new ‘Street Fighter’ film set in 1923 will hit theaters on October 16, focusing on the reunion of estranged fighters Ryu and Ken Masters amidst a deadly tournament conspiracy.

  3. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Street Fighter live-action film set for worldwide release in 2026

    The live-action ‘Street Fighter’ movie is set for a worldwide release on October 16, 2026, featuring Ryu, Ken, and Chun-Li in a tournament centered around a global conspiracy.

Sources

animeanime.jp · arkade.com.br · avenuedelhorreur.fr · middle-edge.jp · poltronanerd.com.br · uinterview.com

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