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Street Fighter movie's terrible Rotten Tomatoes score takes us back to the old days of bad video game movies
The new Street Fighter movie has received mixed to negative reviews, with a 41% score on Rotten Tomatoes, though it is still better than the 1994 film's 20% score. Critics found the new adaptation to be tonally inconsistent and overly reliant on 90s nostalgia, while some praised its imaginative qualities.
Street Fighter movie review: "This reboot is far from a perfect knockout"
The Street Fighter movie reboot is an overstuffed and hyper-edited film that struggles with multiple plotlines and relies heavily on dick jokes. While it features excellent animated sequences and some fun slapstick fights, the action lacks visceral impact and the story ends without resolving its main conflict, making it fall short of expectations set by other video game adaptations.
New Street Fighter trailer compiles all of the video game moves featured in the upcoming live-action movie
A new trailer for the upcoming Street Fighter live-action movie showcases iconic fighting moves from the video game series, including the Shoryuken and Chun-Li's Hundred Lightning Kicks. The film, directed by Kitato Sakurai, stars Andrew Koji as Ryu and Noah Centineo as Ken, with a release date set for October 16.
New Street Fighter trailer brings action, camp, and some of the game's most iconic moves to life
A new trailer for the upcoming Street Fighter movie showcases dramatic action and iconic fighting moves, focusing on the relationship between Ryu and Ken, and their fight against M. Bison. The film, directed by Kitao Sakurai, features a star-studded cast and is set to release in theaters on October 16.
For Street Fighter’s Chun-Li, Callina Liang Had To Get Her Thighs In Fighting Shape
Actress Callina Liang underwent rigorous physical training, including martial arts and a high-protein diet, to prepare for her role as Chun-Li in the upcoming Street Fighter movie. She focused on building muscle in her legs, which grew six-and-a-half centimeters each during her training. Liang also studied the character's moves by playing Street Fighter games on her PlayStation 5.
Street Fighter’s New Trailer Doubles Down on Camp, Chaos, and Pure 90s Energy
The new trailer for the Street Fighter film doubles down on its commitment to 90s camp and chaotic energy, featuring the full cast and referencing iconic elements from the fighting game series. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the film stars David Dastmalchian as M. Bison and focuses on Ryu and Ken Masters uncovering a conspiracy during a fighting tournament. The movie is set to release exclusively in theaters on October 16.
Street Fighter Movie: Release Date, Cast, And Everything We Know So Far
The new Street Fighter movie is set to be released on October 16, 2026, with Legendary Entertainment producing. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the film will feature an ensemble cast including Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, and Callina Liang as Chun-Li, among others. The plot centers on Ryu and Ken being drawn back into combat for the World Warrior Tournament.