Street Fighter Live-Action Film Premieres in Hollywood
Kitao Sakurai's Street Fighter held its world premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on October 12, 2026, drawing mixed early reactions.
Kitao Sakurai's live-action Street Fighter film held its world premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX in Hollywood, California, on Monday, October 12, 2026, according to joblo.com.
Early reactions compared the film to Bloodsport and praised its over-the-top action, the outlet reported.
The film is set in 1993 and follows estranged Street Fighters Ryu and Ken Masters, who are recruited by Chun-Li for the next World Warrior Tournament. Andrew Koji plays Ryu, Noah Centineo plays Ken Masters and Callina Liang plays Chun-Li.
Not all reactions were positive. At least one critic felt the film falls flat despite its 2D animation and fight sequences, according to joblo.com.
A previous Street Fighter adaptation from Steven E. de Souza was released in theaters decades ago.
Quick answers
When did the live-action Street Fighter film premiere?
It held its world premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX in Hollywood on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Who stars in the Street Fighter film?
Andrew Koji plays Ryu, Noah Centineo plays Ken Masters and Callina Liang plays Chun-Li.
What is the Street Fighter film about?
It is set in 1993 and follows estranged Street Fighters Ryu and Ken Masters, recruited by Chun-Li for the next World Warrior Tournament.