— Legendary’s big‑screen adaptation of Capcom’s Street Fighter, directed by Kitao Sakurai from a Dalan Musson script, received an official plot synopsis and joins a newly announced three‑year distribution partnership with Paramount; the film is scheduled for release on October 16, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Street Fighter is set in 1993 and centers on estranged fighters Ryu and Ken returning to a global tournament.
- Release date: October 16, 2026.
- Kitao Sakurai directs; screenplay by Dalan Musson.
- Major cast includes Andrew Koji (Ryu), Noah Centineo (Ken), Callina Liang (Chun‑Li), Jason Momoa (Blanka), and David Dastmalchian (M. Bison).
- Paramount signed a three‑year distribution deal to handle Legendary’s film slate, starting with Street Fighter.
- Certain franchises remain with other distributors (e.g., Warner Bros. will handle titles such as a Minecraft sequel, Dune: Part Three, and Godzilla x Kong: Supernova in 2027).
- Additional cast announcements include Eric André (Don Sauvage), Mel Jarnson (Cammy), and Rayna Vallandingham (Juli).
Verified Facts
The official logline places most of the film’s action in 1993. It follows estranged fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) after Chun‑Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament. The synopsis frames the tournament as both a physical contest and the catalyst for uncovering a dangerous conspiracy that forces characters to confront personal demons.
Production details confirmed by studios: Kitao Sakurai (director) and Dalan Musson (screenwriter) are attached, and Legendary lists a broad ensemble that also includes Orville Peck as Vega, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as Balrog, Roman Reigns as Akuma, Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim, Hirooki Goto as E. Honda, and Andrew Schultz as Dan Hibiki. New cast members announced alongside the logline are Eric André, Mel Jarnson and Rayna Vallandingham.
| Role | Actor |
|---|---|
| Ryu | Andrew Koji |
| Ken Masters | Noah Centineo |
| Chun‑Li | Callina Liang |
| Blanka | Jason Momoa |
| M. Bison | David Dastmalchian |
| Vega | Orville Peck |
| Balrog | Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson |
| Akuma | Roman Reigns |
| Dhalsim | Vidyut Jammwal |
| E. Honda | Hirooki Goto |
| Dan Hibiki | Andrew Schultz |
| Don Sauvage | Eric André |
| Cammy | Mel Jarnson |
| Juli | Rayna Vallandingham |
The release date is firm on studio calendars: October 16, 2026. The distribution update accompanies the publicity push for the film and was disclosed as part of a broader, multi‑year arrangement between Legendary and Paramount.
Context & Impact
Paramount’s three‑year distribution agreement with Legendary signals a strategic collaboration to broaden Legendary’s reach and secure theatrical placements for its tentpoles. Legendary’s CEO framed the deal as a growth step to build franchises with global appeal.
Industry exceptions to the arrangement were specified: Warner Bros. will retain distribution for select existing franchises, including a planned Minecraft sequel, the forthcoming third Dune installment, and Godzilla x Kong: Supernova (2027), keeping certain high‑value properties with their prior partners.
- For Legendary: greater marketing muscle and theater access via Paramount.
- For Paramount: access to an expanded slate of franchise films and international titles.
- For audiences: more coordinated releases, potentially larger global campaigns for films like Street Fighter.
“Street Fighter is the perfect start to our collaboration, which we believe will be strong and lasting,” said Josh Greenstein and Dana Goldberg of Paramount.
Josh Greenstein & Dana Goldberg, Paramount Pictures
“Partnering with Paramount marks an exciting new chapter for Legendary as we continue to pursue diversified growth,” said Legendary CEO Josh Grode.
Josh Grode, Legendary Entertainment
Unconfirmed
- Full plot beats beyond the issued logline have not been released; character arcs and the nature of the conspiracy remain unspecified.
- Marketing plans, trailer schedule, and international release windows beyond the U.S. date have not been detailed.
- Whether this film will launch a connected cinematic franchise or lead to sequels has not been confirmed.
Bottom Line
The Street Fighter adaptation now has a clear release date, an official 1993‑set synopsis, and a high‑profile ensemble. Paramount’s distribution deal with Legendary raises the film’s commercial profile and suggests the studios intend Street Fighter to be a large‑scale tentpole. Fans should expect more marketing and casting details as production continues toward the October 16, 2026 release.