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Back in the day, you were either a Street Fighter kid or a Mortal Kombat kid. Both had their pros and cons, but you had to choose one. I mean, your parents weren’t going to shell out good money for both, right? Well, parents who actually loved their kids did. Thanks for nothing, Dad. Since I had to choose, I went with Street Fighter. The moves seemed more straightforward to do, and my mom had less of a heart attack about the cartoony violence than the bloody gore that Mortal Kombat provided. The games after Street Fighter II were plentiful, even if the movies were not great. With a new film on the horizon,...

Noah Centineo, who starred in Dceu’s Black Adam, shocked fans after posting a shirtless photo online. Revealing a stunning body transformation, this change appears to have fans concerned and in awe, raising the question of whether he’s on steroids or not.

Signs of steroid use typically exist if muscle growth and bulking happen in a short amount of time, with some changes in facial structure as well. There is a chance that he has used performance enhancers while filming for his current movie, Street Fighter, which features very bulky characters. All this is mere speculation as Centineo himself has not commented on this sudden transformation.

Noah Centineo looks handsome in new photo.

Following a silhouetted tease of current WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes' video game-accurate look as Guile and a first glimpse of Noah Centineo (Black Adam) suited-up as Ken Masters, we have some new behind-the-scenes photos and video from the set of the Street Fighter reboot.

The photos feature a number of cast members, including Callina Liang (Chun-Li), Andrew Koji (Ryu), and Andrew Schulz (Dan Hibiki), but Orville Peck appears to be the only one in-costume as the villainous Vega.

The South African musician has Vega's blonde hair and signature snake tattoo, but there's a good chance this isn't the mask he'll wear as the character, since Peck is known for covering his face in public.

.Do you remember in 2019 when Kumail Nanjiani posted a photo of his shredded bod while preparing to star in Marvel Studios’ Eternals? Well, Noah Centineo is here to say, “Hold my beer,” with a behind-the-scenes image from Legendary’s adaptation of Street Fighter. In the new pic, Centineo shows off his yoked body and golden blond locks while playing the American Ansatsuken-style fighter Ken Masters in the upcoming Street Fighter movie.

Noah Centineo was never a stringbean, but he’s clearly been hitting the weights alongside a strict diet and lifestyle changes. His transformation serves a dual purpose, as his next significant role is for John Rambo, the Rambo prequel...

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Over the past few years, retro gaming has becoming more and more popular with gamers who want to recapture a bygone era of video games. And now, Arcade1Up has made it easier and more affordable to bring retro gaming to your home.

Enter Arcade1Up’s Classic Se Series, the company’s compact version of arcade cabinets. Ideal for those who live in small spaces, these cabinets feature retro gameplay,...

WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes will play Guile in the upcoming Street Fighter reboot, and we now have our first shadowy glimpse (via GameFragger.com) at the current Undisputed WWE Champion as the iconic video game character.

The American Nightmare was recently written off television for a few weeks after being attacked by Drew McIntyre on SmackDown. That's allowed Rhodes to shoot his role in the movie, and this behind-the-scenes photo confirms he'll be rocking Guile's iconic haircut.

It's not a particularly realistic hairstyle, but props to this movie for embracing what we've seen in this video game franchise over nearly four decades. As for Rhodes, he may be best known for his in-ring work, but the fan-favourite former Aew star also has his fair share of acting experience after appearing in Arrow, Warehouse 13, and The Naked Gun.

Guile made his debut in 1991's Street Fighter II. A U.S. Air Force major,...

A new photo from the set of the Street Fighterreboot has offered a hair-raising sneak peek of a fan-favorite character from Capcom's popular video game of the same name. Filming is currently underway on the live-action adaptation despite the project being indefinitely delayed by Sony Pictures after previously promising a 2026 theatrical release. A snap shared by actor Andrew Schulz, who is playing Dan Hibiki in the big-screen feature, has teased what's to come — and fans of the fighting franchise are sure to be pleased with the latest glimpse.

The image, which was posted on Schulz's Instagram story and later shared by WrestlePurists on X/Twitter (below), doesn't give too much away,...

Bill Maher’s jokes may not have the juice to make people laugh, but one of them started a chain reaction of events that’s now exposing a major rift amongst two prominent Trump loyalists.

Last September, during an episode of Real Time with Bill Maher, the host quipped that far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer was in an “arranged relationship” with Donald Trump, helping to spread a widespread rumor that the two were having the world’s grossest affair.

“We did an editorial here a few years ago,” Maher added. “it was basically, who’s Trump fucking? Because I said, you know, it’s not nobody. He’s been a dog for too long, and it’s not Melania. I think we may have our answer this week. I think it might be Laura Loomer.”

Loomer then sued Maher and HBO for $150 million, claiming that the comment was “false, malicious and defamatory.

Legendary Entertainment's anticipatedStreet Fighterlive-action film is continuing to assemble its group of fighters. Indian action star Vidyut Jammwal is the latest addition to the film, set to portray the iconic Dhalsim, the limb-stretching yoga master from India. For Jammwal, this marks a significant milestone: his Hollywood debut. He is a well-known actor in India, recognized for his action roles and expertise in martial arts and has starred in numerous films in India, including the popular Commando and Khuda Haafiz franchises. Deadline, which broke the news of Jammwal's involvement, says the actor "has been deliberate about the project with which he wants to introduce himself in the U.S. market."

Dhalsim is one of Street Fighter's most recognizable characters. He was introduced in Street Fighter II: The World Warrior in 1991, and quickly became a fan favorite for his unique fighting style (which includes stretching his limbs to impossible lengths...

The Indian action icon Vidyut Jammwal has officially been cast as Dhalsim in Legendary Entertainment’s upcoming live-action Street Fighter film, multiple sources confirm. Best known for his work in the Commando franchise, Jammwal will make his Hollywood debut portraying the iconic fire-wielding yogi from Capcom’s beloved fighting game series.

Jammwal’s casting brings a major martial arts talent into the project, with the actor reportedly being very deliberate about selecting the right opportunity to break into the U.S. market. For many fans, he’s an ideal choice to portray the peace loving yet powerful Dhalsim, a character first introduced in 1991’s Street Fighter II.

Who Is Dhalsim In Street Fighter?

Dhalsim, the meditative and spiritual warrior, is one of the most recognizable characters in the Street Fighter series. Known for his yoga fire attacks and elastic limbs, he represents the game's blend of international fighting styles and cultural archetypes.

Another familiar character has been cast for the upcoming Street Fighter reboot. After several big names have already been announced, the latest actor to board the project is Vidyut Jammwal (Commando).

Per Deadline, Jammwal has been cast in the role of Dhalsim. The Dhalsim character has been featured in the video games since 1991's Street Fighter II. Depicted as a yogi with the ability to spit fire, his memorable special moves include "Yoga Flame" and "Yoga Fire." Dhalsim is also able to stretch his limbs to punch and kick opponents from afar. The character is a pacifist who goes against his peaceful beliefs by competing in a global tournament of the world's greatest fighters in order to raise money for his village.

Jammwal is best known for his work in India, where he appeared in major blockbuster franchises like Commando and Khuda Haafiz. He also produced and starred in last year's Crakk.

The cast of the Street Fighter movie continues to come together as Deadline reports that Vidyut Jammwal has signed on to play Dhalsim. The character, who first appeared in Street Fighter II, is a yogi who can stretch his limbs and use fire-based attacks. He’s also a pacifist who only joins the tournament in order to raise money for his family and village.

Street Fighter has been filling out its ranks rather furiously, with the cast currently consisting of Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken, Callina Liang as Chun-Li, David Dastmalchian as M. Bison, Cody Rhodes as Guile, Jason Momoa as Blanka, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as Balrog, Orville Peck as Vega, Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki, Roman Reigns as Akuma, and Hirooki Goto as E. Honda.

Street Fighter will serve as Jammwal’s Hollywood debut, but he’s already a well-known figure in India, with leading roles...

Exclusive: Indian action star Vidyut Jammwal (Commando) has landed the role of Dhalsim in Legendary’s live-action Street Fighter movie, based on the video games from Capcom, sources tell Deadline.

Reps for Legendary declined to comment. The project marks the Hollywood debut of an actor who we’re told has been deliberate about the project with which he wants to introduce himself in the U.S. market. First introduced in Street Fighter II in 1991, the character of Dalsim is a yogi with fire-spitting abilities — a fundamentally peaceful man who fights to support his family.

As previously announced, the Street Fighter cast will also include Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken, Callina Liang as Chun-Li, David Dastmalchian as M. Bison, Cody Rhodes as Guile, Jason Momoa as Blanka, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as Balrog, Orville Peck as Vega, Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki, Roman Reigns as Akuma, and Hirooki Goto as E.

Street Fighter 6 arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 as a definitive statement of intent from Capcom, proving that portable hardware can deliver tournament-quality fighting experiences without meaningful compromise. This Years 1-2 Fighters Edition represents the franchise at its absolute peak, bundling two years of post-launch content into a comprehensive package that showcases both the series’ evolution and the Switch 2’s impressive capabilities.

The significance of this release cannot be overstated. After years of Nintendo platforms being relegated to inferior ports or compilation collections, Street Fighter 6 marks the first proper, current-generation entry since the 3Ds era. What Capcom has achieved here goes beyond simple porting—this is a complete fighting game ecosystem that leverages the Switch 2’s unique features while maintaining the core experience that has made Street Fighter 6 a modern classic.

The edition includes all 26 characters from the base game and both Dlc seasons, four additional stages, and a wealth of customization options.

The Street Fighter movie just landed another heavy-hitter — literally —i n the shape of one of WWE's biggest stars. As first reported by Nexus Point News and now confirmed by Deadline, Cody Rhodes, 40, has offically signed on to take on the role of Guile in Legendary Pictures’ upcoming live-action Street Fighter reboot. The fan-favourite colonel with the unforgettable flat-top haircut is officially back — and this time, he’s bringing the Cross Rhodes with him.

Guile, introduced in Street Fighter II back in 1991, has become one of the most iconic characters in Capcom’s long-running franchise. Known for his “Sonic Boom” projectile attack, his stoic military discipline, and, of course, that theme song, Guile serves as the muscle and moral center of the roster. Within the lore of the story, he's an Air Force colonel who's trying to hunt down M. Bison and his Shadaloo empire, all while trying to...

It seems the upcoming Street Fighter movie could end up featuring (at least) two WWE Superstars.

Following yesterday's news that David Dastmalchian has joined the cast of Legendary's live-action video game adaptation as the villainous M. Bison, we're hearing that another key role may have been filled, with Nexus Point News reporting that Cody Rhodes is now in talks to play Guile.

Known for his signature flat-top haircut and Sonic Boom projectile, William Guile debuted as one of the original eight World Warriors in 1991's Street Fighter II. The tough, no-nonsense US Air Force Colonel made it his mission to take down Bison and his Shadaloo criminal empire following the death of his friend, Charlie Nash.

Guile was played by Jean-Claude Van Damme in the '90s movie.

Andrew Koji and Noah Centineo have reportedly closed their deals to play the co-lead roles of Ryu and Ken, respectively, and...

Street Fighter has a new live-action adaptation in the works, and several big names have recently been revealed as part of the cast. It hadn't yet been reported who would be taking on the fan favorite role of Guile, but the latest update is that a major WWE star could be cast in the part.

Per Nexus Point News, it's been reported that Cody Rhodes is in talks to play Guile in the Street Fighter reboot. If the casting goes through, Rhodes would become the first person to play Guile in an official live-action adaptation since Jean-Claude Van Damme in the 1994 film. The character was not featured in 2009's Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li. A U.S. Air Force pilot known for his military garb and blonde flat-top haircut, Guile has been a fan-favorite since his introduction in 199's Street Fighter II.

Rhodes, the brother of Dustin "Goldust" Rhodes and...

As Legendary continues to assemble an eclectic cast for its upcoming Street Fighter movie, Deadline says that David Dastmalchian will enter the fray as the iconic Street Fighter II villain and leader of the criminal organization Shadaloo, M. Bison. Over the years, gamers have sacrificed many quarters to defeat Master Bison, a self-imposed dictator, megalomaniac, arms trafficker, and mind control madman. M. Bison wants nothing more than to control the world, and he’ll set anyone who stands in his way ablaze with his devastating Psycho Crusher move to get it.

Bad Trip’s Kitao Sakurai directs Legendary’s Street Fighter movie from a screenplay by Dalan Musson. Callina Liang plays Chun-Li, Orville Peck plays Vega, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson plays Balrog, while rumored character castings find Jason Momoa playing Blanka, Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, Roman Reigns as Akuma, and controversial podcaster Andrew Schultz as Dan.

50 Cent is stepping into the ring and onto the big screen as Balrog in the upcoming Street Fighter reboot, and he’s doing it without a stunt double.

The Hip-Hop mogul and actor is preparing to perform his own action sequences, placing him in the same league as Hollywood heavyweights like Tom Cruise and Jackie Chan.

The film, based on Capcom’s legendary video game franchise, is being directed by Kitao Sakurai, known for The Eric Andre Show and Bad Trip.

Jackson’s character, Balrog, is a disgraced boxer turned enforcer for a villain.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, he’s currently undergoing intense physical training to prepare for the role.

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His decision to do his own stunts mirrors the approach taken by some of the most bankable action stars in film history.

Tom Cruise famously clung to...

The upcoming live-action ‘Street Fighter’ movie, set to bring Capcom’s iconic fighting game to the big screen in 2026, has us buzzing with anticipation. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, known for his work on ‘Bad Trip’ (2021), this reboot aims to deliver a fresh take on the beloved franchise, leaving behind the mixed reception of earlier adaptations like ‘Street Fighter’ (1994) and ‘Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li’ (2009).

With a cast packed with diverse talent, from musicians to wrestlers to action stars, the film is shaping up to be a bold mix of charisma and martial arts flair. Production is slated to begin in August 2025 in Australia, promising intense fight scenes and a nod to the game’s vibrant characters. Here’s every confirmed actor and actress for the ‘Street Fighter’ movie as of June 2025, along with the roles they’ll bring to life.

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Street Fighter II, the bestselling gaming series developed and released by Capcom, is all set to grace the screens once again – but this time, it’s going to be in live-action. After winning over innumerable fans with its immersive storyline, now the game is prepping to soon jump to the big screens, with 50 Cent reported to have been cast as Balrog.

In terms of the physicality of the video-game character, of course, the rapper-actor, whose real name is Curtis James Jackson III, more or less fits the role. But besides that, his casting doesn’t seem to be all that fine of a decision, for having Jackson on board as Balrog means a missed opportunity to make the former pro-boxer Mike Tyson return to the ring.

Is Street Fighter‘s Balrog based on Mike Tyson? Mike Tyson. | Credits: Image by Eduardo Merille / licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons.

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Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is taking it to the street.

The rapper turned actor and entrepreneur has joined the eclectic cast of Street Fighter, Legendary Entertainment’s feature adaptation of the classic Capcom video game.

And what a diverse bunch it is. The call sheet ranges from A-lister Jason Momoa as Blanka to heartthrob Noah Centineo as Ken to gay country singer Orville Peck as Vega.

Joe Anoa’i, aka WWE superstar Roman Reign, and martial artist-actor Andrew Koji (Warrior), are on the roll call as battler Akuma and lead character Ryu, respectively. Callina Liang (Presence) is playing Chun-Li.

Jackson will play Balrog, a disgraced boxer who is also the bodyguard of the villain. Sources say he is deep into training for the part and will be doing his own stunts for the picture.

Legendary had no comment.

Kitao Sakurai (The Eric Andre Show) is directing the feature, which begins production in August in Australia.

Anime distributor AnimEigo and parent company MediaOCD have announced the debut of Episode 5 of The Anime Business, a first-of-its-kind documentary series featuring interviews with a variety of pioneers of the Western anime industry. The latest episode features an insightful interview with Andy Frain, the founder of Manga Video/Manga Entertainment who was a visionary entrepreneur who played a pivotal role in popularizing anime in the UK and later North America throughout the 1990s.

Episode 5 is available now on the official AnimEigo YouTube channel at:

Frain recounts the early days of the savviest anime publisher in UK history and founding Manga Video / Manga Entertainment with the legendary British record producer and Island Records owner, Chris Blackwell. The company’s popularity in the UK exploded following the release of Akira and it expanded into North America and Australia in 1993. A pivotal moment arrived when Frain became a co-executive producer for Ghost in the Shell,...

It's been a little over two years since we learned that Legendary Entertainment has secured an exclusive license to the live-action film and television rights for the iconic Capcom video game franchise Street Fighter.

The studio confirmed that any new projects would be co-developed and produced in conjunction with Capcom, including the feature film that's currently in development.

We've seen the cast of the new Street Fighter take shape in recent months, including Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken, along with Jason Momoa, Orville Peck, and WWE Superstar Roman Reigns in undisclosed roles. Kitao Sakurai (Bad Trip) is directing from a screenplay by Dalan Musson (Captain America: Brave New World).

Today, Deadline (via GameFragger.com) brings word that Callina Liang, who starred in Steven Soderbergh's Presence, has nabbed the female lead role of Chun-Li. She previously starred in Bad Genius, a movie we interviewed her for last...

The live-action Street Fighter movie finds its Chun-Li in a recent 25-year-old breakout star. In April 2023, it was announced that Legendary was developing an adaptation of the Capcom video game franchise with Danny and Michael Philippou, fresh off their successful debut Talk to Me, in talks to direct, though they eventually dropped out and were replaced by Kitao Sakurai in May 2025. More recently, the Street Fighter movie made a big splash by casting Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, and Orville Peck in undisclosed roles.

Now, the live-action adaptation has added another star. According to Deadline, the Street Fighter movie has cast Callina Liang as Chun-Li. Representatives for Legendary declined to comment on the reported casting, and plot details remain under wraps.

What This Means For The Street Fighter Movie Who Are Chun-Li & Callina Liang?

Chun-Li is a legendary figure in the Street Fighter video games. Introduced...

The cast of the upcoming Street Fighter movie is starting to come together. After a slew of fan favorites have reportedly locked down their actors, the latest update may have revealed the casting for the freakishly buff boxer, Balrog.

Per Nexus Point News, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is reportedly in talks to play Balrog in the live-action Street Fighter film. The Balrog character has been a part of the franchise since Street Fighter II, depicted as a boxing champion from Las Vegas, Nevada. He was first introduced as a non-playable boss players had to fight ahead of taking on M. Bison, serving as his personal bodyguard. The Balrog character was originally intended to have the M. Bison name for himself, as he was based on real-life boxing legend Mike Tyson, but the developers switched the names around to avoid potential legal problems.

Jackson rose to fame in the world of rap under the 50 Cent name.

Callina Liang has been chosen to play Chun-Li in the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie produced by Legendary. This news comes from sources who shared it with Deadline. Liang is already gaining attention for her role in Steven Soderbergh’s recent supernatural thriller, Presence.

Taking on Chun-Li, one of the most well-known characters in the Street Fighter games by Capcom, is a big step for her.

The movie’s story is still a mystery, as Legendary has not revealed any details yet. The studio also declined to comment on Liang’s casting. Chun-Li is famous as a tough martial artist and Interpol officer.

She first appeared in the game Street Fighter II, which launched in 1991, and has become one of the franchise’s signature fighters.

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Liang will be working alongside a strong cast that includes Andrew Koji,...

Callina Liang has been cast as Chun-Li in the new live-action Street Fighter movie from Legendary, according to sources who spoke with Deadline. Liang, known for her role in Steven Soderbergh’s supernatural thriller Presence, will take on one of the most famous characters from the popular video game series by Capcom.

Legendary has not shared details about the movie’s story yet, and representatives for the studio declined to comment on Liang’s casting. Chun-Li, a strong martial artist and Interpol officer, first appeared in Street Fighter II back in 1991 and has become one of the franchise’s most iconic fighters.

Liang joins a growing cast that already includes Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, and Orville Peck. The film will be directed by Kitao Sakurai, who previously worked on Bad Trip.

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Yatta! Legendary‘s Street Fighter movie is rapidly kicking into high gear with the addition of Presence and Bad Genius actress Callina Liang. Liang boards the live-action adaptation of the world-famous Capcom fighting game as Chun-Li, the Chinese martial arts expert and Interpol officer, who’s seeking revenge for her father. Chun-Li, alongside Ryu and Ken, is arguably the most iconic character in Capcom’s Street Fighter franchise. She first appeared in Street Fighter II in 1991 and has been a playable character in almost every game.

Callina Liang joins Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, and Orville Peck as a primary cast member. Bad Trip’s Kitao Sakurai directs from a script by Dalan Musson.

Street Fighter is one of the most beloved fighting game franchises in history. The first game in the series, Street Fighter, hit arcades in 1987, followed by Street Fighter II in 1991. I was there,...

Here comes a new challenger. The new Street Fighter movie has found its female lead in the form of Callina Liang, who starred in the haunted house horror film Presencelast year. Deadline reports that Liang will play Chun-Li, one of the franchise's most iconic characters. The film was previously set to hit theaters on March 20, 2026, but has not set a new release date.

In addition to Presence, Liang also starred alongside Benedict Wong in the heist thriller Bad Genius, and appeared in the TV series Foundation and Tell Me Everything. She'll join a cast that also includes Andrew Koji (Warrior) as the martial artist Ryu, Noah Centineo (Warfare) as his friend Ken Masters, Jason Momoa (Aquaman) as the electric beast-man Blanka, Roman Reigns (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw) as the demonic Akuma, and masked country musician Orville Peck, in his big-screen debut, as the similarly masked warrior Vega.

Exclusive: Callina Liang, star of Steven Soderbergh’s recent supernatural thriller Presence, has landed the female lead role of Chun-Li in Legendary’s live-action Street Fighter movie, based on the video games from Capcom, sources tell Deadline.

Reps for Legendary declined to comment, and the film’s plot remains under wraps. One of the most iconic characters in the franchise, Chun-Li is a skilled martial artist and Interpol officer who first appeared in Street Fighter II in 1991. Liang joins a cast that includes the previously announced Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, and Orville Peck. Bad Trip‘s Kitao Sakurai is the flick’s director.

Launched in 1987, Street Fighter is a series of fighting games revolving around intense one-on-one battles between a diverse cast of martial artists. The games often center around a global fighting tournament organized by M. Bison, the leader of the evil organization Shadaloo. Street Fighter...

Anime distributor AnimEigo and parent company MediaOCD have announced the debut of Episode 4 of The Anime Business, a first-of-its-kind documentary series featuring interviews with a variety of pioneers of the Western anime industry. The latest episode features the second half or an extensive interview with John O’Donnell, the former Managing Director of Central Park Media.

Episode 4 is available now on the official AnimEigo YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@AnimEigo/videos

O’Donnell is one of the founding fathers of the North American anime industry. His company, Central Park Media (CPM), was among the first to license, dub and distribute anime home media for domestic audiences. In Episode 4, he reminisces how the retail market for anime exploded in the 1990s and how CPM overcame many of the challenges of licensing content from Japanese media companies and how he convinced major U.S. retailers to stock anime. He also explains...

Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo and Roman Reigns are in early talks to star in Street Fighter for Legendary Entertainment, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.

Based on the popular Street Fighter video game, the project is a partnership with Capcom and has not yet announced its cast. But it’s understood Momoa, Koji, Centineo and Reigns are circling the adaptation in early negotiations.

Kitao Sakurai, best known for writing, directing and exec producing The Eric Andre Show, was earlier announced to direct the adaptation. Capcom is deeply involved with the project, with Legendary co-developing and co-producing alongside the video game developer and publisher.

One of the more enduring fighting video game franchises of all time, the series began life with the 1987 arcade game Street Fighter, and set a high watermark for arcade fighting games with Street Fighter II. The game, released in 1991, was the first to offer a choice of characters and fighting techniques,...

Put your quarters up, World Warriors, because Legendary’s Street Fighter movie is coming out swinging this Wednesday with exciting casting news about the upcoming adaptation of the classic Capcom fighting game! According to Deadline, Andrew Koji, Jason Momoa, Noah Centineo, and WWE superstar Roman Reigns will star in a live-action film, based on the iconic fighting game.

In April 2023, Talk To Me’s Danny & Michael Philippou were attached to the project, but Bad Trip’s Kitao Sakurai signed on to direct in February. Legendary holds exclusive film and television rights to the Street Fighter IP, while Capcom is joining Legendary as co-developer and co-producer. Writers and producers for Street Fighter remain more of a mystery than how many watermelons Chun-Li can crush with one clench of her legendary thighs.

Street Fighter is one of the most beloved fighting game franchises in history. The first game in the series, Street Fighter,...

The fighting game scene may be thriving today, but when the origins of the genre were much more humble. After Yie Air Kung Fu (1984) and International Karate (1985) introduced the idea of one-on-one martial arts battles, Capcom threw its hat into the digital ring in 1987 with Street Fighter, where a scrappy young fighter named Ryu took on all comers. The game itself might’ve been somewhat underwhelming, but Capcom was far from done. The foundation for the future of gaming was there.

When it arrived in March of 1991, Street Fighter II...

Warner Bros has landed an unexpectedly huge hit with A Minecraft Movie. But then, videogame adaptations have long attracted sizeable audiences…

What was the first ever live-action movie based on a videogame? The popular thinking is that it was 1993’s Super Mario Bros. In reality, it was Mirai Ninja – known in the US as Cyber Ninja – a big-screen rendering of an obscure Namco arcade game released in 1988. A full five years before Hollywood’s Mario adaptation, it featured a striking mix of katana-swinging action and giant Heian period-themed robots, yet largely drifted by unnoticed. Criminal, really. (Good news, though: it’s on archive.org if you want to watch it.)

Super Mario Bros, thanks to the recognisability of its name and the huge marketing campaign surrounding it, soon became infamous for its distinctly loose handling of Nintendo’s bouncy fairytale videogame franchise. Its critical and financial failure set something of...

Episode 2 is available now on the official AnimEigo YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/@AnimEigo/videos

In the latest installment, Robert Napton recalls his days at U.S. Renditions, which was the Special Projects Division of Books Nippan (the American branch of Nippon Shuppan Hanbai) and one of the pioneers of anime home video distribution in North America. Napton reminiscences about titles such as Gunbuster, Eureka Seven, Appleseed, Black Magic M-66, Dangaio The Complete Series, and Outlanders as well as his tenure at Bandai Entertainment and releases such as Lucky Star and more.

The Anime Business Episode 1 is also now available to stream on the AnimEigo YouTube channel and features an interview with John O’Donnell, former Managing Director of Central Park Media.

All episodes will be available in English. Japanese subtitles will also be available via a special grant from the Kleckner Foundation. Additional episodes and interviews are in production now.

Japanese composer and pianist Yoko Shimomura will receive the BAFTA Fellowship at the BAFTA Games Awards on April 8 for her contribution to the games industry, the British Academy said on Monday. She has composed “countless era-defining video game soundtracks enjoyed by millions of players worldwide, including the Kingdom Hearts series, Final Fantasy Xv, Mario & Luigi,” and more, BAFTA highlighted.

The Fellowship is the arts charity’s most prestigious honor.

Shimomura also composed the soundtracks for such games as Xenoblade Chronicles, Streets of Rage, the Mana series, Super Mario RPG, Live A Live, Radiant Historia, Parasite Eve, Breather of Fire, and Street Fighter II.

“I am who I am today thanks to all the people who have supported me, allowing me to continue being involved with the music that I love and discovering the medium of games where that music can flourish, said Shimomura.

Said BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip: “A pioneer of video game music,...

The planned Street Fighter movie is sliding into limbo, while Phoebe Dynevor’s shark thriller is set to make a splash a bit later than planned.

Sony Pictures has removed Legendary’s Street Fighter film off of its theatrical release calendar after having previously scheduled it for March 20, 2026. Based on the popular video game franchise, the project is co-developed and produced with Capcom and had not yet announced its cast.

The Hollywood Reporter reported last month that Kitao Sakurai, who directed Netflix’s Eric André-led comedy feature Bad Trip from 2021, was set to direct the video game adaptation. Directors Danny and Michael Philippou (Talk to Me) had been attached to a previous iteration of the project. Sony and Legendary’s distribution pact ended last year.

Additionally, Tommy Wirkola’s shark feature that stars Dynevor is now titled Shiver after having previously gone by Beneath the Storm. The Sony film...

The martial arts genre is one of the broadest genres in media history. In the same way that the combat sports definition of martial arts encompasses hundreds of different fighting styles, the martial arts genre contains many stories, from grand historical epics covering the rise and fall of kingdoms to gritty modern-day dramas focusing on personal tales of violence and revenge.

The anime medium is no different, as many series have featured martial arts. However, these series are often nothing alike, covering many genres, tones, and styles. Because of this, finding the best martial arts anime movie can be tricky, as no two films use martial arts exactly the same way.

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An imagined Street Fighter live-action movie gets fan art that includes A-list stars. Street Fighter is a classic video game that originated as an arcade game in 1987. After its initial release, it spawned multiple sequels and spinoffs, including Street Fighter II in 1991. In the current era, it is becoming increasingly popular to adapt video games for the big and small screen, as evidenced by recent projects such as The Last of Us, Fallout, and Mortal Kombat II. The Street Fighter game had a feature film adaptation in 1994, which starred Jean-Claude Van Damme.

Now, new AI-assisted fan art from @mkviciogamesoficial imagines what Street Fighter might look like in live-action. The art took the form of a series of still images, which imagine Hollywood stars in some of Street Fighter's key roles. These actors include Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Liu, Jack Black, Owen Wilson, Terry Crews, Amy Schumer, and Ben Stiller. Wilson wears red garb as Ken,...

Stars: Qixuan Kang, Zhuozhao Li, Yichen Chen, Yang Song, Ruoyun Zhang, Elane Zhong | Written and Directed by Yang Li

Sometimes you just want to watch something a little different and this movie was most definitely that.

Escape from the 21st Century is the cinematic equivalent of chugging a Red Bull while playing Street Fighter II, and accidentally sneezing into a time portal, while wearing a hoodie that says “Carpe Diem” in Comic Sans. Directed by Yang Li, this sci-fi comedy is a messed up dream scenario that feels like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World crashed into Everything Everywhere All at Once, with a side of Turbo Kid plated up with some Kung Fu Hustle and a sprinkle of “What did I just watch?” It’s bat shit insane, and it’s the most fun you will have with a movie this nuts, this year!

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Now that J Balvin has made his mark in Japanese animation, after starring in Crunchyroll’s hit anime series “Solo Leveling,” TheWrap thought it’d be a good idea to list all the Hollywood stars who’ve also lent their voices to the genre.

It already takes a lot of training and focus to be an actor, but one must unlock a new skill in the craft when it comes to voice acting, especially when it comes to anime. And now that anime has risen in popularity, more and more stars are carving out their lane in the industry as voice actors.

All the actors listed voiced roles for the English dub versions of these shows and films, many of which you’ll recognize right off the bat. Here are 17 celebrities who rocked the mic as anime characters.

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This article contains spoilers for "Cobra Kai" season 6, part 3.

"The Karate Kid" movies started it, and "Cobra Kai" embraced it: the use of increasingly absurd special moves to win the day. The franchise was known for these game-changing, super techniques well before fighting games like "Street Fighter II" and "Mortal Kombat" made them popular, and the franchise never really stopped. As a result, "Cobra Kai" builds a wealth of these iconic moves to choose from, usually rolling out at least one every season. All of these secret techniques serve a specific purpose, but they vary greatly in power and the way they're used on the show.  

For the purposes of this list, I'll focus exclusively on feats. As such, an efficient move like Johnny Lawrence's (William Zabka) Eagle Fang special, the Flying Tornado Kick, is out, simply because its two most prominent moments are comparatively underwhelming. Plus, one of them...

Disclaimer : Crunchyroll is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex. Last time we posted about the new live-action Street Fighter movie, Sony had it lined up for a March 20, 2026 premiere. Now a director is in place, with The Eric Andre Show writer, director and producer Kitao Sakurai stepping up to the helm. Beyond that, Sakurai is known for directing episodes of the Twisted Metal TV series, among other projects. He also co-wrote and directed Eric Andre's Bad Trip movie in 2021. When Legendary Entertainment initially unveiled plans for the Street Fighter feature, which game creator Capcom is co-producing, Talk to Me directors Danny and Michael Philippou were in talks to direct. Other details, including the story they're going with, haven't been revealed at the time of this writing. Related: Legendary's Street Fighter Film to Premiere on March 20, 2026 Previous Street Fighter...

The road to developing Legendary’s new live-action Street Fighter movie has been a bumpy one; the project lost directors Danny & Michael Philippou last summer when the filmmakers shifted to focus on Bring Her Back. Today, Deadline reports that a new director has taken the reins.

“Twisted Metal” and Bad Trip director Kitao Sakurai is officially taking over directorial duties from the Philippou brothers.

Sony Pictures previously announced that the new movie based on the popular video game franchise was set for theatrical release on March 20, 2026. With the new director in place, this date will likely hold but it’s still early yet.

Legendary is co-developing and producing the live-action feature with Capcom. Capcom’s popular franchise launched in 1987 with the arcade fighting game Street Fighter, followed by the even more popular Street Fighter II in 1991. The most recent edition, Street Fighter 6, was released in June 2023 and won the award...

To live is to fight! To fight is to live! To step up as the director of Legendary’s Street Fighter movie is more potent than a Shoryuken to the chin! Can you do me a favor? Stop thinking about Chun-Li’s hypnotic thighs and signature head stomp (Yosokyaku) for a few moments while I tell you about Kitao Sakurai and his mission to direct a new Street Fighter movie.

Kitao Sakurai, brave enough to direct 62 episodes of The Eric Andre Show and Peacock’s Twisted Metal series, takes on directorial duties for Street Fighter from Talk to Me filmmakers Danny and Michael Philippou. Based on the iconic fighting video game series from Capcom, Street Fighter tells the story of world warriors and their quests for victory, redemption, and pride.

Street Fighter is one of the most beloved fighting game franchises in history. The first game in the series, Street Fighter,...

Legendary Entertainment’s upcoming feature film adaptation of “Street Fighter,” the iconic video game franchise that has sold over 55 million units, will be directed by Emmy nominee Kitao Sakurai, the company announced on Wednesday.

The film is being co-developed and co-produced alongside Capcom, the video game developer and publisher behind the franchise. “Street Fighter” was previously adapted into a live-action film in 1994 with a cast that included Jean-Claude Van Damme, Ming Na Wen and Raul Julia. It was a commercial success despite being a critical failure.

The History of “Street Fighter”

The first “Street Fighter” game was released in arcades in 1987 and has sold over 49 million units worldwide, becoming one of the most well-known and highest-grossing video game franchises of all time. It featured two playable characters, Ryu and Ken, who traveled the world fighting other martial artists in a tournament. Despite its limited gameplay mechanics, the game was a...

Kitao Sakurai is kicking it to the street.

The filmmaker, perhaps best known for writing, directing and exec producing The Eric Andre Show, has been tapped to direct Street Fighter, Legendary Entertainment’s feature adaptation of the classic video game from Capcom.

Capcom is deeply involved with the adaptation, with Legendary co-developing and co-producing alongside the video game developer and publisher. The film has a March 20, 2026, release date from Sony.

One of the more enduring fighting video game franchises of all time, the series began life with the 1987 arcade game Street Fighter, and set a high watermark for arcade fighting games with Street Fighter II. The game, released in 1991, was the first to offer a choice of characters and fighting techniques, revolutionizing one-on-one play. Street Fighter 6, the latest game in the franchise, was released in June 2023 and won the award for best fighting game at the 2023 Game Awards.

Hollywood has...

Street Fighter II is the perfect video game sequel. It took an archaic fighting title and turned it into one of the most influential games of all time. Sfii also marked a step up in what arcade hardware could do, showcasing some fancy digitized voices that gave each character a bit more personality. Hadoken! As […]

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