The new Street Fighter movie trailer centers on the strained friendship and fierce rivalry between Ryu and Ken as they enter a World Warriors Tournament [1, 2, 3]. Ryu hesitantly joins the competition after Chun-Li warns him that Ken, his longtime friend and rival, has enlisted and may be in danger [1, 2]. Ken resents living in Ryu's shadow and vows to prove himself by winning the tournament. "I spent years living in Ryu’s shadow. I’m gonna win it all," Ken declares in the trailer [2].
The film showcases many iconic moves and homages to the games, including E. Honda’s headbutt and Hundred Hand Slap, Ryu’s Tatsumaki spin-kick, Chun-Li’s Lightning Legs, and the signature Ryu-Ken fist bump [1, 2]. David Dastmalchian plays the villainous M. Bison, who organizes the tournament with a secret plan to steal the fighters’ powers. "For you, the day Bison graced your village was the most important day of your life. But for me, it was Tuesday," he says with chilling sarcasm [1].
Cody Rhodes appears as Guile, a sarcastic, quick-witted character who exchanges humorous banter with Dan Hibiki [1, 2, 3]. Roman Reigns features as Akuma and is shown lifting Joe with the powerful Satsui no Hadou energy during a fight scene [2, 3]. The movie also includes other familiar characters such as Vega, Balrog, and Cammy [2].
The film embraces a colorful, campy, and maximalist style that celebrates the game’s chaotic energy. Well-staged action sequences and special moves are brought vividly to life, aiming to thrill fans of the franchise [1, 3, 4].
The Street Fighter movie is scheduled to hit theaters worldwide on October 16, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
