🥊 Street Fighter Movie 2026: Jason Momoa, Ryu, Ken & Chun-Li Lead the Big-Screen Return

The legendary Street Fighter video-game franchise is returning to the big screen with a new live-action movie in 2026. The upcoming film brings some of the franchise's most recognizable characters—including Ryu, Ken Masters, Chun-Li, M. Bison and Blanka—into a new action-packed story.

The movie is scheduled to arrive in theaters on October 16, 2026, distributed by Paramount Pictures.

🎬 Street Fighter 2026 Movie: What Is It About?

The story is set in 1993 and follows estranged fighters Ryu and Ken Masters. Chun-Li recruits them for the dangerous World Warrior Tournament, but the competition hides a much bigger conspiracy.

As the fighters enter the tournament, they are forced to confront their past while battling powerful opponents.

⭐ Street Fighter Movie Cast

The new movie features a huge ensemble cast:

• Andrew Koji as Ryu
• Noah Centineo as Ken Masters
• Callina Liang as Chun-Li
• Jason Momoa as Blanka
• David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
• 50 Cent as Balrog
• Cody Rhodes as Guile
• Roman Reigns (Joe Anoa'i) as Akuma
• Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim
• Eric André as Don Sauvage

🔥 Jason Momoa as Blanka

One of the biggest talking points is Jason Momoa playing Blanka. The character is one of Street Fighter's most recognizable fighters, making Momoa's casting particularly interesting for fans of the video game.

The official cast listing from Paramount confirms Momoa as Blanka.

🥋 Ryu, Ken and Chun-Li Return

Ryu and Ken remain at the center of the story, while Chun-Li plays an important role in bringing the fighters together for the World Warrior Tournament.

The latest trailers have highlighted martial-arts action, famous Street Fighter moves and the growing conflict between the characters.

🎥 Who Is Directing Street Fighter?

The movie is directed by Kitao Sakurai, with the screenplay credited to Sakurai and T.J. Fixman. The story comes from Dalan Musson and Gary Dauberman.

📅 Street Fighter Movie Release Date

Street Fighter is scheduled to be released in theaters on:

October 16, 2026

The movie is listed as an Action/Adventure film and is also planned for IMAX and RealD 3D screenings.

👀 Why Fans Are Excited

The combination of a beloved video-game franchise and a large cast of Hollywood stars has created major interest around the film. Fans are especially curious to see how characters such as Blanka, Ryu, Chun-Li, M. Bison and Balrog will be translated into live action.

With its tournament storyline, martial-arts battles and familiar characters, Street Fighter 2026 could become one of the most talked-about video-game adaptations of the year.